Comparison

iWeatherMap vs Paws Weather

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

Head to head
About

iWeatherMap

Access past, present, and future weather forecasts globally with an intuitive map interface. Pinpoint specific locations and times for detailed predictions, with options for unit systems and data export.

Highlights
  • Past, present, and future weather forecasting
  • Interactive world map with custom location search
  • Date and time picker for specific forecasting
  • Imperial and Metric unit system options
  • View raw weather station data
  • Export forecasts via email and Dropbox
Features
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Hassle free, past and present weather forecasting with accurate short-term and longterm future predictions, anywhere in the world. The simple to use UI comes into it's own when choosing a geographical location within a specific point in time, making it ideal for a variety of forecasting requirements. • Simple to follow graphical weather dashboard • Easy to use world map with custom or auto locate feature • Date and time picker for past, present and future forecasting • Choose between Imperial and Metric system • Switch between Mph and Mps, regardless of selected unit type • Retrieve location information from current co-ordinates • Custom location search bar • View raw weather station data • Copy to clipboard, location information and raw weather station data • Export forecasts via email and dropbox • Granular Data Sample data available to download from the support website. iWeatherMap may take a short while to initialise when launching for the first time. In order to use the GPS feature, the app must first be authorised to use the location service. This can be enabled in (Settings/Privacy/Location Services/iWeatherMap). Real-time mapping and forecasting is subject to mobile broadband coverage and speed. Your operator may charge you for 3G/4G/5G data usage. The continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

About

Paws Weather

Features
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Paws Weather displays current weather and forecasts for up to ten days, either for your current location or any place in the world. The app can be used free of charge. The basic version shows the latest measured weather data including weather conditions, temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind, as well as the time for sunrise and sunset for the selected location. Weather forecasts are unlocked with a PLUS subscription. The first few days - or the week if you purchase an annual subscription - are a trial period, allowing you to test all the app's features at no cost. The PLUS subscription significantly expands the available information. Multi-day forecasts include weather conditions and temperatures per hour, as well as aggregated per day, including expected rainfall, humidity, and wind conditions. Weather forecasts are displayed depending on the availability of information for the location. Typically, hourly information is available for at least five days - and up to 10 days ahead with aggregated forecasts and predictions of temperature and weather conditions. With the PLUS subscription, access to widgets is provided. The widgets come in two sizes and can be placed on the home screen to display the current weather. PLUS also allows the app to be used for Apple Watch with an accompanying widget and complications for the watch face. Additionally, the PLUS subscription unlocks several attractive background colors to choose from for the iPhone app and widget. Privacy policy: https://greypaws.net/privacy Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

iWeatherMap4 screens
Paws Weather4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iWeatherMap at none against Paws Weather's 3. iWeatherMap also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Paws Weather sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.39 per month. iWeatherMap asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iWeatherMap ships an update every 2 weeks, Paws Weather every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 4 level
iWeatherMap versus Paws Weather: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriWeatherMapPaws Weather
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS8.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB138 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZonk TechnologyGrey Paws AB

In-app purchases

None

iWeatherMap

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Paws Weather

Subscriptions3
  • Weather Plus, 1 month3 Days trial$0.391 Month
  • Weather Plus, 3 month7 Days trial$0.793 Months
  • Weather Plus, 12 months7 Days trial$2.491 Year

Questions

Is iWeatherMap free?
iWeatherMap is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Paws Weather free?
Paws Weather is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do iWeatherMap or Paws Weather have ads?
Paws Weather shows ads; iWeatherMap does not.
Which is updated more often, iWeatherMap or Paws Weather?
iWeatherMap ships an update every 2 weeks, and Paws Weather every 4 months. Most recently, iWeatherMap was updated on October 24, 2026 and Paws Weather on October 25, 2026.

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