Comparison

Wind Power Calculator vs Simple Xwind

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Wind Power Calculator

Estimate the power output of a windmill using key factors like air density, windmill efficiency, cross-sectional area, and wind velocity. Understand how wind speed significantly impacts energy generation and calculate year-round energy production for informed decisions.

Highlights
  • Estimate available wind power
  • Calculate power based on key factors
  • Understand wind velocity impact
  • Calculate year-round energy generation
  • Unlock wind energy potential
Features
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Wind Power Calculator helps estimate the available power generated by a windmill based on several key factors. The formula for available power in the wind is expressed as: Pa = 1/2 ξ ρ A v^3 Where: P = power (W) ρ = air density (kg/m^3) ξ = windmill efficiency (typically below 0.4 or 40%) A = cross-sectional area perpendicular to the wind (m^2) v = wind velocity (m/s) Keep in mind that air density decreases with temperature and altitude, but the most significant factor in power generation is wind velocity. A mere 20% increase in wind velocity can boost power generation by a remarkable 73%. The energy produced by a windmill depends on the power generation, as outlined above, and the frequency of wind speeds at the specific location—referred to as the 'wind speed frequency distribution.' To calculate the total energy generated over a year, you need to sum the power generation for all wind velocities (from the windmill's cut-in speed to its shut-down speed) and multiply it by the hours the wind blows at those speeds. Maximize your wind energy potential and gain insights into year-round energy generation. With Wind Power Calculator, you can unlock the true potential of wind power and make informed decisions for a sustainable future. Thanks for your support and do visit nitrio.com for more apps for your iOS devices.

About

Simple Xwind

Quickly calculate crosswind and tailwind limits during flight. This app provides fast, precise calculations without clutter or unnecessary graphics, designed for immediate use when conditions change unexpectedly.

Highlights
  • Quick crosswind calculations
  • Precise tailwind limits
  • Fast and reliable
  • Simple, clutter-free interface
  • Designed for speed
Features
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You're on short final when the tower provides updated winds. The conditions have changed more than expected, and there’s no time for mental math to determine if you're within crosswind and tailwind limits. Xwind gives you quick and precise calculations when you need them most. No clutter, no unnecessary graphics—just a fast, reliable crosswind calculator built for ease of use. Unlike other bulky apps, Xwind is designed for speed and simplicity, so you can get the data you need instantly. No extra clicks, no distractions—just numbers.

Screenshots

Wind Power Calculator4 screens
Simple Xwind3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Simple Xwind at Free against Wind Power Calculator's $2.99. Wind Power Calculator's advantage is iOS requirement (13 vs 15.6). On rating, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Simple Xwind is free to download; Wind Power Calculator costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Wind Power Calculator against 5.0 for Simple Xwind. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Wind Power Calculator versus Simple Xwind: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWind Power CalculatorSimple Xwind
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews—66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings12 — better
Update frequencyEvery 29 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNitrioAlex Deutz

Customer experience

Wind Power Calculator

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Simple Xwind

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

None

Wind Power Calculator

No in-app purchases

None

Simple Xwind

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Wind Power Calculator free?
Wind Power Calculator costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Simple Xwind free?
Simple Xwind is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Wind Power Calculator or Simple Xwind?
Wind Power Calculator and Simple Xwind are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do Wind Power Calculator or Simple Xwind have ads?
Neither Wind Power Calculator nor Simple Xwind shows ads.

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