Cyclono vs Windy Anemometer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Cyclono
Get accurate 48-hour wind forecasts for thousands of marine spots globally. Measure real wind speed using your smartphone's microphone and receive smart alerts for optimal conditions. Plan your next water sport adventure with detailed wind data.
- Real-time wind speed measurement via smartphone microphone
- 48-hour accurate wind speed and direction forecast
- Global map of thousands of marine and surf spots
- Customizable wind strength alerts
- Save favorite spots
- Air temperature and weather conditions
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Cyclono gives you accurate wind forecast for thousands of marine spots worldwide. Check wind speed, direction and temperature for the next 48 hours — and measure real wind speed on the spot using only your smartphone. Cyclono is designed for surfers, kiters, windsurfers, sailors and anyone who depends on reliable wind data. FEATURES Measure wind without a wind meter • Use your smartphone as a wind speed sensor • Point the phone’s microphone against the wind • Cyclono detects wind speed based on sound levels • No external devices required Accurate 48-hour wind forecast • Detailed wind speed and direction • Air temperature and weather conditions • High-precision global coverage for marine spots Global spot map • Thousands of wind and surf spots worldwide • Search, navigate and explore new locations • Request new spots if something is missing Favorites & smart wind alerts • Save your favorite spots • Get push notifications about strong wind • Set custom thresholds (e.g., only above 8 m/s) Plan your perfect session Whether you surf, sail or enjoy any wind-driven activity, Cyclono helps you be in the right place at the right time. SUBSCRIPTION PRICING AND TERMS Cyclono offers two auto-renewing subscription options: $1.99 per month $13.99 per year These prices are for United States customers. Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence. The subscription will automatically renew unless turned off in your iTunes Account Settings at least 24 hours before current period ends. You can go to your iTunes Account settings to manage your subscription and turn off auto-renew. Your iTunes Account will be charged when the purchase is confirmed. Read the terms and conditions here - https://ostasoft.com/wind/terms Read the privacy policy here - https://ostasoft.com/wind/policy
Windy Anemometer
This app connects to external wireless sensors to measure wind speed, direction, and air temperature. It provides real-time data, historical graphs, and customizable alarms for various wind conditions.
- Wind speed measurement (current, average, max)
- Wind direction tracking
- Air temperature and windchill
- Graphical and sound alarms
- History graphs
- Data logging
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Windy Anemometer use external Navis wireless sensors to measure wind speed, direction and air temperature. Compatible sensors: WINDY B/S, WINDY B/SD, WINDY FB Features: - current, average and maximum wind speed - wind direction - air temperature - windchill - graphical and sound alarm - history graphs - logging data to internal memory - sending data to Navis LIVEDATA web interface Don't have Navis wind sesnsors yet? Get them at http://www.navis-anemometers.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cyclono at 67% against Windy Anemometer's 14%. Cyclono also leads on rating (4.2 vs 1.0) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 9 months). Windy Anemometer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Cyclono sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Windy Anemometer asks for nothing beyond the download.
Cyclono holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cyclono has 26 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Cyclono's written reviews are positive against 14% of Windy Anemometer's.
Cyclono ships an update every 2 months, Windy Anemometer every 9 months. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.
| Parameter | Cyclono | Windy Anemometer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (26 ratings) — better | 1.0 (4 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews — better | 14.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 26 — better | 4 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 9 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 62 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ilya Ostashkov | Miha Korosec |
Customer experience
Cyclono
Windy Anemometer
In-app purchases
Cyclono
- Cyclono - Monthly subscription$1.991 Month
- Cyclono - Annual subscription$13.991 Year
- Cyclono - Add your spot$6.99
- Cyclono Pro - Forever$33.99
Windy Anemometer
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Cyclono free?
Is Windy Anemometer free?
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