# global storms pro vs Windy.com

The clearest difference is price: Windy.com at Free against global storms pro's $9.99. Windy.com also leads on review sentiment (89% vs 56%) and ratings volume (79K vs 663). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Windy.com is free to download; global storms pro costs $9.99 up front. global storms pro sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Windy.com sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Windy.com holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Windy.com has 79K ratings behind it against 663, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of global storms pro's written reviews are positive against 89% of Windy.com's.

global storms pro ships an update every 2 months, Windy.com every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | global storms pro | Windy.com |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.6 (663 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-storms-pro/id897511324/reviews) | **[4.8 (79K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windycom/id1161387262/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 663 | **79K** |
| Positive reviews | 55.6% of reviews | **88.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #105 | **#4** |
| Size | 6 MB | 172 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kelly Technology Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/393931941) | [Windyty, SE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1161387261) |

## What reviewers say

### global storms pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-storms-pro/id897511324)

**Currently charting:** #105 Top Paid · Weather (US App Store)

Access real-time weather data, including tropical storm tracking, animated satellite views, and marine information. Get US-specific alerts for tornadoes and severe thunderstorms, plus UV index and radar.

**Highlights:** Tropical storm tracking (Atlantic & Pacific), Worldwide animated satellite views, Marine information, US ultraviolet index, US storm alerts (tornadoes, thunderstorms), Animated US radar, Animated US forecast chart

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Global Tropical Hazards | $0.99 | one-time |
| Global Climate Imagery | $0.99 | one-time |
| Additional Satellite Imagery | $1.99 | one-time |
| Space Weather | $3.99 | one-time |
| Ocean Conditions Forecast | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Excellent animated satellite imagery and weather visualizations
- 📊 Comprehensive weather data and meteorological information
- 🌪️ Valuable hurricane tracking and severe weather alerts
- 📚 Educational content that helps users understand weather science
- 🌍 Global satellite coverage with world-wide weather views

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐢 Slow app performance and loading times
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- ❌ Content unavailable errors in some regions
- 🎯 Confusing and outdated user interface design
- 📱 Not user-friendly compared to modern app standards

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup
- Content unavailable errors during active weather events
- Ad-free upgrade not removing ads properly
- Smart invert colors compatibility broken after update
- Missing regional maps (Central US)

**Requested features**

- Bottom toolbar navigation for easier access
- Modern, open-face app redesign
- Favorites or bookmarks section for quick map access
- Local forecast and radar functionality
- Grouping of data by specific hurricane for clarity


### Windy.com

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windycom/id1161387262)

**Currently charting:** #4 Top Free · Weather, #11 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

This app offers advanced weather forecasting with over 50 detailed maps and 15 weather models, including live radar, satellite imagery, and hurricane tracking. It provides customizable alerts for storms, wind, and snow, making it ideal for outdoor activities and aviation.

**Highlights:** Live weather radar & satellite, Over 50 weather maps, 15+ weather models, Hurricane tracker, Customizable weather alerts, Aviation-specific forecasts, Air quality index

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Donate 3 EUR/USD a month | $2.99 | per month |
| Windy Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| Donate 6 EUR/USD a month | $5.49 | per month |
| Windy Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Donate approx 5 EUR/USD | $4.99 | one-time |
| Donate approx 10 EUR/USD | $9.99 | one-time |
| Donate approx 20 EUR/USD | $19.99 | one-time |
| Windy Premium | $29.99 | one-time |
| Donate approx 50  EUR/USD | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌊 Accurate weather forecasts
- 🌍 Comprehensive global coverage
- 🔍 Detailed weather data and models
- 🛥️ Useful for marine/sailing activities
- 🛫 Valuable for aviation planning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤯 Overwhelming number of features and options
- 🔍 Small text and cluttered interface on mobile
- 🤖 Occasional app crashes or stability issues
- 💰 Paywall for some advanced features
- 🌐 Lack of offline functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Map dragging issues on newer iPhone models
- Inconsistent temperature display units
- Premium features not always working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add weather front data on isobar charts
- Improve font size and layout for better readability
- Provide option to hide webcams or certain layers
- Implement weather warning notifications
- Add support for Apple Watch and other wearables


## Frequently asked questions

### Is global storms pro free?

global storms pro costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Windy.com free?

Windy.com is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, global storms pro or Windy.com?

Windy.com is rated higher. global storms pro averages 4.6 out of 5 from 663 ratings, while Windy.com averages 4.8 from 79K ratings.

### Do global storms pro or Windy.com have ads?

Neither global storms pro nor Windy.com shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, global storms pro or Windy.com?

global storms pro ships an update every 2 months, and Windy.com every 3 weeks. Most recently, global storms pro was updated on September 26, 2026 and Windy.com on September 28, 2026.

### Which is more popular, global storms pro or Windy.com?

global storms pro currently peaks at #105 in the App Store charts, and Windy.com at #4. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*