Comparison

Anemometer vs Seander

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

Head to head
About

Anemometer

This app provides real-time wind speed, gust intensity, and direction with a built-in compass. It offers hourly forecasts for up to three days and allows users to save favorite locations for easy access to wind conditions.

Highlights
  • Current wind speed and gusts
  • Wind direction with compass
  • Hourly wind forecasts up to 3 days
  • Interactive wind speed charts
  • Save and switch between favorite locations
  • Multiple measurement units
Features
Currently charting
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How strong is the wind where you are? With Anemometer, you can check wind speed, gust intensity and the direction the wind is coming from, all on one screen with a built-in compass. Whether you're planning a sailing trip, a fishing outing or a day outdoors, Anemometer helps you keep track of wind conditions at your current location or your favorite places. WIND AT A GLANCE • Current wind speed and gusts, clearly shown side by side. • Wind origin shown as a compass direction and in degrees. • Built-in compass that follows your device's orientation. • Five measurement units: km/h, mph, m/s, knots and the Beaufort scale. • Weather conditions and time of the latest update. FORECASTS AND INTERACTIVE CHARTS (PRO) See how the wind is expected to change throughout the day and over the coming days: • Hourly wind forecasts for up to 3 days. • Easy-to-read charts for wind speed and gusts. • Hourly details for speed, gusts and wind direction. • Compare different days at the same time of day. • Daily minimum and maximum wind speeds and peak gust. YOUR LOCATIONS • Check wind conditions at your current location. • Search for other places and save them as favorites. • Switch quickly between locations. • iCloud support. A REDESIGNED EXPERIENCE • Modern, intuitive interface optimized for iPhone and iPad. • Portrait and landscape orientation support. • New compass accuracy checks and calibration guidance. Wind and gust data are provided by a weather service; they are not measured directly by an anemometer sensor in your device. Actual local conditions may differ from forecasts. SUPPORT Need help? Contact us at info@lionsapp.com Website: www.lionsapp.com

About

Seander

Features
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Seander helps you decide where to anchor and when to go, with a clear read of marine weather tailored to each anchorage — not just a generic forecast for the area. Check marine forecasts, explore Mediterranean anchorages, save your spots, and get a quick interpretation so you can sail with more judgement and confidence. What you can do with Seander: • View wind, swell and the day’s evolution, with a full forecast expandable from Home. • See each anchorage’s status (comfortable, fair or rough) based on wind, sea state and shelter protection. • Explore anchorages and harbours on the map, with detail sheets, comfort timeline and shelter rose. • Ask Seander Advisor in plain language: should I stay here?, where should I anchor?, how’s the weather evolving? • Save favourite locations and see top picks nearby when conditions allow. • Use the app in light or dark mode, built for daytime checks and night watches on board. Seander is built for skippers, crews and sailing enthusiasts who want useful, direct, actionable information — less noise, more judgement before you leave. Terms of use (Apple EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Anemometer4 screens
Seander4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Seander at Free against Anemometer's $2.99. Seander also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 4 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). Anemometer's advantage is chart position (#124 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases 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

Seander is free to download; Anemometer costs $2.99 up front. Anemometer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Seander sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Anemometer ships an update every 4 months, Seander every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Anemometer versus Seander: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAnemometerSeander
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating4.9 (47 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews17.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings47 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#124 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS26.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLionsApp di Nallbati EltonPau Bonet

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Anemometer

One-time1
  • Anemometer Pro$2.99
2 purchases

Seander

Subscriptions2
  • Seander Pro Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Seander Pro Annual1 Year trial$17.991 Year

Questions

Is Anemometer free?
Anemometer costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Seander free?
Seander is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Anemometer or Seander have ads?
Neither Anemometer nor Seander shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Anemometer or Seander?
Anemometer ships an update every 4 months, and Seander every 10 days. Most recently, Anemometer was updated on November 6, 2026 and Seander on October 31, 2026.

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