| Core Identity |
| Developer | Viachaslau Tysianchuk | WetterOnline - Meteorologische Dienstleistungen GmbH | Apptico | Yahoo | Mosaic S.r.l. | Damuben Kachhad | Carl Henningsson | MeteoLab Inc. |
| Category | Weather | Weather | Weather | Weather | Weather | Weather | Weather | Weather |
| Platform | iOS, Android | iOS, Android | iOS, Android | Android, iOS | Android, iOS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android | iOS |
| Store Metrics |
| Rating | 4.7 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 4.0 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Ratings Count | 7,024 | 290,927 | 30,418 | 188,921 | 397,589 | 152 | 9 | 30,337 |
| Price | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free | $1.99 | Free |
| Release Date | Oct 9, 2013 | Aug 1, 2012 | Dec 1, 2020 | Apr 18, 2013 | Nov 26, 2013 | Sep 10, 2025 | Jan 2, 2019 | Jul 22, 2015 |
| Last Updated | Mar 24, 2026 | Apr 15, 2026 | Apr 2, 2026 | Feb 26, 2026 | Mar 28, 2026 | Jan 9, 2026 | Feb 21, 2025 | Apr 17, 2026 |
| Sentiment & Reviews |
| Sentiment | mixed | mixed | mixed | positive | mixed | negative | negative | - |
| Score | 55/100 | 60/100 | 55/100 | 75/100 | 45/100 | 25/100 | 25/100 | - |
| Praises | - Simple interface design allows users to check current weather conditions quickly without navigating complex menus
- Hyper-local weather reporting provides accurate micro-climate data for specific user locations
| - Forecasting Accuracy
- Radar Visualization
| - Extended forecast visibility provides better planning utility than the default system weather application
| - High forecast accuracy and reliable data updates keep users returning for daily weather planning
- Visual presentation through high-quality background photography creates an engaging and pleasant user experience
| - Visual design and widget customization options provide a highly personalized experience for daily weather tracking
| - Accurate temperature readings provide utility for users testing household heating equipment performance
| - Minimalist design aesthetic provides a clean visual experience for users who prefer simplicity
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| Complaints | - Inaccurate temperature reporting creates distrust in the data provided by the application
- Aggressive advertising and intrusive content distract from the core utility of the weather tool
| - Intrusive and Deceptive Ads
- Performance Issues
| - Aggressive monetization strategy restricts access to basic weather information behind a subscription paywall
- Frequent advertisement interruptions degrade the user experience during quick weather checks
| - Post-update regressions including missing animations and UI freezing disrupt the established user experience
- Aggressive ad placement and frequent review prompts detract from the overall usability of the interface
| - Aggressive monetization and subscription pricing models alienate long-term users who previously purchased lifetime access
| - Aggressive advertisement frequency disrupts every user action and obscures the entire screen interface
| - Weather forecast data accuracy is significantly lower than competing news and weather applications
- Inflexible temperature unit settings force users to perform extra clicks for basic conversions
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| Requests | - Widget support would allow users to view temperature data without opening the full application
| - | - | - Users desire a toggle to disable background photography in favor of a plain interface
| - Support for wearable device integration to allow quick weather checks on smartwatches
| - | - Permanent unit toggle settings are requested to avoid repeated manual interaction for Fahrenheit users
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| Strategic Intel |
| Strengths | - Minimalist interface design reduces cognitive load for quick checks
- AI-aggregation provides localized micro-climate data
- Manual map pinning removes GPS-dependency friction
| - Streamlined 'All-in-One' radar UI
- High perceived accuracy for temperature and rain
- Robust specialized data for ski and coastal niches
| - Animated backgrounds increase session time [Engagement loop]
- Health-focused AQI data differentiates from standard weather apps [Premium-tier gate]
| - Aesthetic photography integration creates a distinct brand identity
- High forecast accuracy sustains daily user retention
- Accessibility support broadens the total addressable market
| - Widget customization drives daily active habit
- Visual radar overlays differentiate from text-heavy competitors
| - Web-based remote monitoring bridge enables cross-device utility
- Global temperature map creates a unique community-data network effect
| - Minimalist UI functions as a premium brand moat against ad-heavy competitors
- 100-language localization lowers global acquisition costs
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| Weaknesses | - Temperature reporting discrepancies of 5-10 degrees
- Aggressive ad-clutter distracts from core utility
- Lack of landscape orientation on tablets
| - Aggressive and inappropriate ad content
- Performance lag (ads loading before data)
- Lack of minute-by-minute precipitation granularity
| - Premium tier gates basic weather data [Monetization friction]
- High ad density disrupts core utility [User experience]
- Inaccurate location services reported [Data quality]
| - Recent stability regressions (freezing, missing animations) erode user trust
- Aggressive ad placement disrupts the interface
- Lack of manual location reordering limits user control
| - Subscription-only transition alienates legacy user base
- Widget freezing issues disrupt daily reliability
| - Ad density obscures core functionality
- Inconsistent measurement accuracy reported by users
- Questionable ad content risks user security
| - 2.33★ rating on iOS indicates severe utility failure
- $1.99 price point creates high barrier for inaccurate data
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| Pricing | free | freemium | freemium | free | freemium | free | paid | freemium |
| Momentum | Intense | Intense | Intense | Maintenance | Maintenance | - | Zombie | Intense |
| Update Cadence | 5 versions | 5 versions, 5 majors/6mo, ~11d avg | 5 versions | 5 versions, ~30d avg | 5 versions, ~38d avg | - | 5 versions | 5 versions |
