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OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report vs OpenSnow

OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 4.8★ · Free + IAP 60
Winner OpenSnow
OpenSnow 4.7★ · Free to download 85

OpenSnow is the better choice for serious skiers and outdoor enthusiasts due to its superior accuracy, detailed forecasts, and lack of intrusive ads, despite its higher cost.

Full reviews: OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report · OpenSnow

OpenSnow offers highly accurate and detailed snow forecasts from professional meteorologists, making it a reliable tool for planning ski trips and outdoor activities. OnTheSnow, while free, struggles with inconsistent accuracy, frequent bugs, and an overwhelming number of ads and notifications that detract from the user experience.

Head to head

Accuracy of Snow Reports & Forecasts edge: OpenSnowR1R7R10R12
OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report Many OnTheSnow users report wildly inaccurate snow forecasts and current conditions, often differing significantly from resort websites or actual snowfall R1R7R12. Some users also note that lift and trail reports do not match mountain websites R10.
OpenSnow OpenSnow is widely praised for its highly accurate and reliable forecasts, with users, including ski professionals, consistently finding the information spot on and essential for planning R79. However, a few users mention moderate to wild inaccuracies at times .
Ease of Use & Interface edge: OpenSnowR2R4R11R13
OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report OnTheSnow has an easy-to-use interface for quick information R2R11R14. However, some users find it frustrating that they must add resorts to favorites to see updates or that the app doesn't allow sorting by snowfall . There are also reports of the app being sluggish, freezing, or displaying blank pages R4R13.
OpenSnow OpenSnow is generally considered easy to use, clean, and efficient for tracking weather . Users appreciate the quick glance overview and the ability to dive into more depth . However, one user found the UI clunky and difficult to find basic weather data .
Features & Content Depth edge: OpenSnowR5R6R9R12
OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report OnTheSnow provides a succinct view of conditions and allows users to submit photos R6R12. However, some features are limited to the website, and users desire interactive maps or the ability to find resorts by region without favoriting them R5. There are also complaints about missing coverage for certain regions like Greece or Japan R9.
OpenSnow OpenSnow is praised for its info-dense, detailed, and in-depth content, including raw NOAA forecasts, regional forecasters, and mapping layers for snowpack . It also offers webcams and conditions reports .
Ads & Notifications edge: OpenSnowR6R16R22R25
OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report OnTheSnow users frequently complain about excessive and intrusive ads, including spam notifications and browser pop-ups that make the app unusable R6R16R22R25. Some users would prefer to pay for the app to avoid third-party cookies and ads R16.
OpenSnow OpenSnow reviews do not mention issues with ads or excessive notifications. The focus is on the value of the paid subscription and recent price changes.
Price & Value edge: OpenSnowR14R16R22R25
OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report OnTheSnow is free with in-app purchases, and some users appreciate that it's free despite its flaws R14. However, the numerous ads and bugs lead some to question its value, with some indicating they'd rather pay to avoid ads R16R22R25.
OpenSnow OpenSnow users express disappointment over recent price increases and changes to subscription tiers, feeling that features previously standard are now behind a higher-priced 'Premium' tier R61R66R70R76. Despite this, many still find the app's detailed and accurate information worth the cost .
Pick OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report if

you are a casual user looking for a free app, are willing to tolerate ads and occasional inaccuracies, and primarily need quick, basic information on your favorite resorts R14.

Pick OpenSnow if

you are a serious skier, snowboarder, or outdoor enthusiast who prioritizes highly accurate, detailed, and reliable snow forecasts and conditions, and are willing to pay for a premium, ad-free experience .

Evidence note: OpenSnow's reviews are overwhelmingly positive regarding accuracy and detail, with most negative feedback related to recent pricing changes rather than core functionality. OnTheSnow's reviews are more mixed, with significant complaints about accuracy, bugs, and ads.

Frequently asked

Is OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report accurate?
OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report receives frequent complaints about inaccurate snow forecasts, snowfall amounts, and lift/trail reports, with users often needing to cross-check information with other sources or resort websites R1R7R10R12.
Does OpenSnow cover international resorts?
OpenSnow claims to cover Europe, but one user reported needing a US ZIP Code to register and found European resort data to be outdated and inaccurate R78. In contrast, many US users praise its accuracy for individual locations and topography R79R111.
Are there many ads in OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report?
Yes, OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report users frequently complain about an abundance of intrusive ads, including spam notifications and browser pop-ups that can make the app difficult or unusable R6R16R22R25.
What is the pricing model for OpenSnow?
OpenSnow offers a free download, but many useful features are behind a paid subscription, which has recently seen changes from an 'All-Access' to a 'Base' subscription, with a new, higher-priced 'Premium' tier introduced, leading to user dissatisfaction over increased costs and reduced features for the original price R61R66R70R76.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R1] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 1/5 · US Wildly innacurate: Will say 11+ inches when the resort itself is predicting 3 inches. ?? Unreliable, better off with other sources
  2. [R7] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 1/5 · US What is going on with the accuracy: The info provided in the app is inaccurate. Doesn’t make it very useful if I have to double check everything using other weather tools and cross check on individual resort websites.
  3. [R10] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 2/5 · US Inaccurate trail reports: Interface is easy to use which is great, but the reports of how many trials / lifts are open do not match the mountains websites. It should be updating in real-time in order to ensure correct info.
  4. [R12] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 3/5 · US Temps aren’t accurate: …Nor are the snowfall amounts. I like that readers can submit photos. Celsius sponsorship means nothing when it’s not broadly available at most of these resorts. And, where some flavor Dan he found, it’s an after thought in the way it’s merchandised.
  5. [R2] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 4/5 · US Love the app!: Love the app use it religiously in the winter season! Easy to use. The only reason I’m giving 4/5 stars is because frequently I wake up at 4am to go ski and the report for the day is sometimes updated for the day and sometimes not. For example this morning 1/6/26 at 4:15am I checked to see if my favorite Colorado resorts got any snow. Nothing. Then rechecked the app after seeing a F
  6. [R4] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 1/5 · US Very unstable and buggy app.: Pages appear blank or freeze randomly.
  7. [R11] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 5/5 · US Quick information: Great app for what I need to know.
  8. [R13] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 1/5 · US Not working: Not working. I am not able to find any ski resort.
  9. [R5] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 4/5 · US Maps and stuff: I enjoy using the app but a lot of features seems to be limited to the website. I feel it would be super useful to have an interactive map that you can click on to find resorts by state/region/country. For me, if I want to plan a trip and find the best option for either a solo or family trip I still have to visit the website. To me this seems like an easy fix.
  10. [R6] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 3/5 · US Work well, but spams: Dos what you want it to do. Gives you a succinct view of conditions at your resorts. Will send you spam notifications though.
  11. [R9] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 3/5 · US Incomplete: Does not include any of the 24 ski areas in Greece
  12. [R16] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 1/5 · US Too many cookies: I am canceling because the app will not let me opt out of cookies. It is letting Amazon collect info. Get on the right side of peoples rights! Too bad, I like the app for the most part. I would rather pay for the app than allow third party cookies.
  13. [R22] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 1/5 · US Ad implementation is an abomination that makes the app unusable: Used to enjoy and rely on this app, but it’s now FREQUENTLY opening ads in Safari, seemingly at random. I understand being ad supported, but this crosses a line into outright user hostile.
  14. [R25] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 2/5 · US Great app but annoying bug made it unusable: This has been my go-to app for monitoring snow conditions across several ski resorts in the US and around the world. However, as of the last update, I now get a browser pop up every single time I try to interact with a resort’s page. I hope this gets fixed but until then, use something else.
  15. [R14] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 5/5 · US Awesome app!: Awesome app. I don’t see what all the negative reviews are for,this app is free no mo/yr charges. I used to be a big skier back in the 70’s early 80’s ( New England)not any more. I still like to keep up with the resorts and weather. The snowfall, weather and cams makes this app. I would add three things to update this app. 1) add an iPad app 2) Have an app sign in to sync all yo
  16. [R78] OpenSnow 1/5 · GB US only: Says it covers Europe, but when I try to register I need a US ZIP Code. When I checked some European resorts the data was woefully out of date and inaccurate. Useless
  17. [R79] OpenSnow 5/5 · US Spot on: The forecasts for individual places were spot on, even those in a general geographic area but tweaked for individual locations and topography. My go to every morning.
  18. [R111] OpenSnow 5/5 · US Most accurate forecasts: I lived in Truckee/Tahoe for a decade, and OpenSnow was the go-to, trusted source for weather and snow reports for myself and literally all of my co-workers (at a large, luxury resort, what up, BA!). Radar is notoriously tricky in the mountains, but we knew we could always get quality data and forecasting from this app. Fast forward, I’ve been living in the CO Rockies for t
  19. [R61] OpenSnow 2/5 · US Bait and switcharoo with “All Access”: I enjoyed using OpenSnow and appreciated its pricing model for the All-Access subscription. However, OpenSnow cancelled the All-Access subscription and changed subscribers to their Base subscription and introduced a higher subscription, Premium. I didn’t appreciate being baited and switched to a subscription that was no longer fitting of the original name, so
  20. [R66] OpenSnow 1/5 · US Used to be my favorite app: We’ve had the family plan since open snow first rolled it out and it was great. Slowly migrating all of the useful features away from something we were paying $90 a year for into something they want us to pay $180 a year for feels slimy and scammy. Especially when most of the map layers are re-skinned NWS products, and someone decided a few weeks ago to give the radar l
  21. [R70] OpenSnow 1/5 · US Disappointed increased cost: Great app but are now charging too much, now you have to upgrade to get the services that were always standard before… had to debate renewal
  22. [R76] OpenSnow 2/5 · GB In App upgrade gives you nothing more: I tried this app for the first time this season, but was immediately a little frustrated only getting 3 days forecast. I decided to upgrade, figuring the only thing it could expand was the length of forecast, but not only does it not do that, I’ve been unable to find anything at all that I get for my $18. Total rip off

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store