# Hello Weather vs CuteWeather

The clearest difference is monetization model: Hello Weather at free with in-app purchases against CuteWeather's subscription. Hello Weather also leads on chart position (#86 vs unranked). CuteWeather's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hello Weather sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and CuteWeather sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Hello Weather holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9.6K and 7.5K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of Hello Weather's written reviews are positive against 71% of CuteWeather's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 9, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hello Weather | CuteWeather |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (9.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hello-weather/id978393692/reviews)** | [4.5 (7.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cuteweather-weather-widget/id1530683814/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9.6K** | 7.5K |
| Positive reviews | **75.7% of reviews** | 71.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#86** | — |
| Size | 314 MB | 658 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Electric Dream Machine LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1122168340) | [Skyrocket Apps Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1509447690) |

## What reviewers say

### Hello Weather

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hello-weather/id978393692)

**Currently charting:** #86 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Get beautiful, trustworthy weather forecasts with hyperlocal real-time updates. Easily understand current conditions and future predictions with a joyful, information-rich design. Access detailed charts and radar, all customizable to your preferences.

**Highlights:** Information-rich design, Detailed data charts, Multiple data providers, Human-readable weather stats, Customizable layout and appearance, Widgets and Apple Watch app, Built-in radar

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Monthly Family | $2.99 | per month |
| Monthly Family | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly Family | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime (Family) | $149.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate weather data
- 👍 Clean, intuitive interface
- 🔒 Respects user privacy
- 🌓 Customizable dark/light mode
- 💡 Multiple weather data sources

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Slow widget/complication updates
- 💰 Subscription-only for advanced features
- 🌍 Limited international data sources
- 🌧 Inconsistent precipitation forecasting

**Reported bugs**

- Location detection issues
- Radar tab not functioning properly

**Requested features**

- Moon phase information
- Precipitation amount details
- Severe weather notifications
- Expanded international data sources


### CuteWeather

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cuteweather-weather-widget/id1530683814)

This app offers a highly customizable weather experience with a focus on aesthetic appeal. Users can personalize widgets, wallpapers, icons, and layouts to match their style. It provides detailed forecasts, radar, and current weather information for any location.

**Highlights:** Customizable widgets, wallpapers, and icons, Multiple weather layout options, Weather radar for global locations, Current weather and detailed forecasts, Kawaii/cute icon choices, iOS 14, 15, & 16 widget support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Premium | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month | $2.99 | per month |
| Spread some Cuteness! | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week with Trial | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Plan | $9.99 | per year |
| 1 year | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Plan | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Plan | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Cute and aesthetically pleasing design
- ⚙️ Customizable widgets and app icons
- 🌡️ Accurate weather information
- 🧠 Helpful features like moon phase tracking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription-based model with limited free options
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches with widgets and location tracking
- 🔁 Constant prompts to leave a review
- 📈 Inaccurate weather data in some cases

**Reported bugs**

- Widgets not working or displaying incorrect information
- App crashes or freezes when trying to access certain features
- Location services not functioning properly

**Requested features**

- More free customization options
- Dark mode support
- Ability to add multiple locations
- Improved weather data accuracy


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hello Weather free?

Hello Weather is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is CuteWeather free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Hello Weather or CuteWeather?

Hello Weather is rated higher. Hello Weather averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.6K ratings, while CuteWeather averages 4.5 from 7.5K ratings.

### Do Hello Weather or CuteWeather have ads?

Neither Hello Weather nor CuteWeather shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Hello Weather or CuteWeather?

Hello Weather ships an update every 2 weeks, and CuteWeather every 2 weeks. Most recently, Hello Weather was updated on November 9, 2026 and CuteWeather on November 9, 2026.

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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.*