| Core Identity |
| Developer | ANZCA | The Weather Channel Interactive | AccuWeather International, Inc. | WeatherBug | WetterOnline - Meteorologische Dienstleistungen GmbH | Windyty, SE | Aviation Data Systems, Inc | Neave Interactive | Kai Luo |
| Category | Weather | Weather | Weather | Weather | Weather | Weather | Weather | Weather | Weather |
| Platform | iOS, Android | Android, iOS | Android, iOS | Android, iOS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android | iOS | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
| Store Metrics |
| Rating | 4.8 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 | 4.9 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Ratings Count | 1,667,951 | 5,821,457 | 1,496,254 | 2,157,393 | 290,927 | 75,871 | 1,064,981 | 35,990 | 11 |
| Price | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free |
| Release Date | May 10, 2016 | Nov 9, 2008 | Dec 22, 2008 | Feb 7, 2019 | Aug 1, 2012 | Oct 31, 2016 | Jul 17, 2009 | Jun 27, 2023 | Mar 13, 2020 |
| Last Updated | Dec 12, 2025 | May 14, 2026 | Apr 10, 2026 | Mar 30, 2026 | Apr 15, 2026 | Mar 24, 2026 | Apr 14, 2026 | Mar 12, 2026 | Apr 13, 2026 |
| Sentiment & Reviews |
| Sentiment | mixed | terrible | negative | mixed | mixed | excellent | positive | - | - |
| Score | 65/100 | 15/100 | 22/100 | 45/100 | 60/100 | 85/100 | 75/100 | - | - |
| Praises | - High forecast accuracy provides reliable utility for daily work and personal planning
| - Live radar functionality provides essential visual tracking for storm monitoring during severe weather events
| | - Forecast Accuracy
- Specialized Weather Features
| - Forecasting Accuracy
- Radar Visualization
| - High-fidelity radar and multi-layer weather visualization tools provide professional-grade utility for outdoor enthusiasts
| - High-fidelity radar imagery provides critical situational awareness during severe weather events for outdoor users
| - | - |
| Complaints | - Application launch failures post-update prevent users from accessing weather data entirely
| - Application fails to launch or remains stuck on the splash screen following the latest update
- Intrusive advertisement frequency and placement disrupt the core weather viewing experience for long-term users
| - Intrusive Advertising
- Forecast Inaccuracy
- Performance
| - Location Services Malfunction
- App Stability and Freezing
| - Intrusive and Deceptive Ads
- Performance Issues
| - Widget functionality regressions post-update cause data loading failures on specific Android device models
| - Aggressive advertising frequency interrupts critical weather monitoring during time-sensitive severe storm tracking sessions
| - | - |
| Requests | - Expanded audio features including weather-specific voice alerts for improved accessibility
| - Option to revert to a classic interface design that prioritizes simple weather data over news
| - | - | - | - Expanded visual indicators for wind direction and storm alerts would improve situational awareness for users
| - One-time purchase option to remove advertisements without requiring a recurring subscription model
| - | - |
| Strategic Intel |
| Strengths | - System-level integration on Xiaomi hardware
- Ad-free interface maintains user trust
| - ForecastWatch 2021-2024 data validates accuracy as a primary brand differentiator
- Massive monthly unique visitor volume provides a foundational B2B distribution moat
| - Proprietary MinuteCast and RealFeel data models
- Strong category rankings (#3 Grossing/Free)
- High iOS rating volume (1.49M+)
| - Proprietary network of 10,000+ professional weather stations
- Unique Spark Lightning Alert technology
- Massive social proof with 4M+ ratings
| - Streamlined 'All-in-One' radar UI
- High perceived accuracy for temperature and rain
- Robust specialized data for ski and coastal niches
| - Multi-model aggregation provides scientific depth for complex meteorological analysis
- 67,000+ webcam network creates a visual-verification loop that competitors lack
- Professional-grade aviation/marine toolset creates high switching costs for power users
| - Patent-pending rain prediction drives daily retention
- Professional radar pack creates high-value enthusiast barrier
- Aviation data layers secure niche professional revenue
| - | - |
| Weaknesses | - Launch failures post-update on Android
- Lack of proactive severe-weather alerts
| - High ad-density and small hit-targets create significant usability friction
- Persistent launch failures and widget regressions erode daily utility
| - Poor Android performance (2.55 rating)
- Ad-load interfering with core utility
- Perceived inaccuracy in severe weather events
| - Critical bugs in location detection
- Frequent app freezing and stability issues
- Perception of low-quality/scammy advertisements
| - Aggressive and inappropriate ad content
- Performance lag (ads loading before data)
- Lack of minute-by-minute precipitation granularity
| - Premium tier lacks the hyper-local simplicity of MinuteCast
- Widget regressions on Android create a 0.16★ platform rating gap
- High battery consumption from persistent location requests
| - Aggressive ad-insertion triggers severe weather churn
- Post-update stability regressions erode trust
- Premium tier lacks one-time purchase option
| - | - |
| Pricing | free | freemium | freemium | freemium | freemium | freemium | freemium | free | freemium |
| Momentum | Zombie | Active | Active | Active | Intense | Active | Intense | Active | Intense |
| Update Cadence | 2 versions, ~1041d avg | 5 versions, 4 majors/6mo, ~10d avg | 4 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~11d avg | 3 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~9d avg | 5 versions, 5 majors/6mo, ~11d avg | 5 versions, 4 majors/6mo, ~20d avg | 5 versions, 5 majors/6mo, ~4d avg | 5 versions | 5 versions |
