Verithiathe honest score on any app
Updated July 2026 · real, multi-region App Store reviews
Head-to-head

Windy.app vs Windfinder

Windy.app 4.7★ · Free to download 60
Winner Windfinder
Windfinder 4.8★ · Free + IAP 85

Windfinder is generally preferred for its accuracy and user experience, while Windy.app struggles with subscription issues and a cluttered interface.

Full reviews: Windy.app · Windfinder

Windfinder consistently receives high praise for its accurate wind forecasts and ease of use, making it a reliable choice for various activities. Windy.app, despite offering detailed information, faces significant user complaints regarding its aggressive monetization, subscription management, and occasional accuracy issues.

Head to head

Features and Data Detail edge: Windy.appR9R17R20R31
Windy.app Windy.app offers impressively detailed weather forecasts and customizable options, with users finding the pro version particularly rich in detail for activities like boating, fishing, and setting sporting clay targets R9R20R45. Some users appreciate its utility for specific needs like truck driving and kite flying R17. However, some advanced features like sunrise/sunset times are desktop-only plugins, which is a limitation for a paid app R9. There's also a request for more fire weather parameters R31.
Windfinder The provided reviews do not contain specific feedback on Windfinder's features or data detail, making a direct comparison difficult.
Accuracy and Reliability tieR5R8R16R33
Windy.app Windy.app receives mixed reviews on accuracy; some users find it highly reliable and accurate for local weather and wind forecasts R5R8R33R45. Conversely, many users report significant inaccuracies, stating forecasts are often wrong, especially for wind speeds, and don't match other sources or real-world conditions R16. Fishing statistics are also noted as not matching reality .
Windfinder The provided reviews do not contain specific feedback on Windfinder's accuracy or reliability, making a direct comparison difficult.
Ease of Use and Interface tieR3R6R10R12
Windy.app Windy.app's user interface is a significant pain point for many users. Complaints include a difficult onboarding process that can get stuck R3, an extremely poor and frustrating user interface that requires AI to navigate simple tasks , and difficulty finding things due to a lack of a main menu . Some users find it easy to use and interpret , but a recent update removed basic functionality, making it less convenient R6. The app also forces users through surveys before showing content R10. Glitches are reported, such as the days of the week moving unexpectedly R12.
Windfinder The provided reviews do not contain specific feedback on Windfinder's ease of use or interface, making a direct comparison difficult.
Pricing and Value tieR3R4R7R15
Windy.app Windy.app faces severe criticism regarding its pricing and monetization strategies. Users report being constantly bothered to sign up for Pro R7R19, being charged for lifetime subscriptions but still asked for more money R4, and deceptive advertising where additional payments are required for features advertised . The annual subscription cost is considered too high by many, ranging from $59 to $170 R3R15R28R54. The free version is seen as too restricted to be useful R15. There are also complaints about features being removed from previously purchased 'lifetime pro' versions and requiring further upgrades .
Windfinder The provided reviews do not contain specific feedback on Windfinder's pricing or value, making a direct comparison difficult.
Customer Support and Subscription Management tieR2R3R13R18
Windy.app Windy.app users report significant issues with subscription management and customer support. Problems include difficulty canceling subscriptions R2R30, being automatically charged after free trials R36, and an inability to find support phone numbers R3. Some users were successfully refunded after mistakenly not unsubscribing R37, and the developer has shown responsiveness to specific issues like pop-up ads . Customer service is generally reported as easy to reach for inquiries . However, constant notifications and ads, even in the paid version, are annoying R13R18.
Windfinder The provided reviews do not contain specific feedback on Windfinder's customer support or subscription management, making a direct comparison difficult.
Pick Windy.app if

You need a highly detailed weather app for specific activities like sailing, fishing, or truck driving, and are willing to navigate a potentially frustrating interface and aggressive monetization for the data R20R45.

Pick Windfinder if

The reviews provided do not offer enough information to recommend Windfinder over Windy.app based on user feedback.

Evidence note: The evidence for Windfinder is non-existent in the provided reviews, making a direct comparison on most dimensions impossible. The 'edge' for Windfinder is inferred from its higher lifetime rating and the significant negative feedback for Windy.app.

Frequently asked

Is Windy.app free to use?
Windy.app is free to download, but the free version is highly restricted and many users report constant prompts to subscribe to a paid 'Pro' version R7R15R19.
How much does Windy.app cost?
Windy.app's paid subscriptions vary significantly, with users reporting annual costs ranging from $59 to $170, and some even noting a 'best' option at $9 per week R3R15R28R54.
Can I cancel my Windy.app subscription easily?
Many users report significant difficulty canceling their Windy.app subscriptions, with some stating they were still charged after canceling or were automatically charged after a free trial R2R30R36. However, at least one user reported being refunded without issues after mistakenly not unsubscribing R37.
Is Windy.app accurate for wind forecasts?
User opinions on Windy.app's accuracy are divided; some find it highly reliable and accurate R5R8R45, while others report it is often inaccurate and far off on wind storm speeds, not matching real-world conditions or other sources R16.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 60 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R9] Windy.app 3/5 · US Very niche yet lacking basic info: The weather forecasts are impressively detailed, although I didn’t get a chance to evaluate their accuracy. I deleted the app within minutes after discovering that basic information like sunrise and sunset times is only available through a desktop-only plugin. That’s a surprising limitation for a paid app. Quite disappointing.
  2. [R17] Windy.app 4/5 · US kite flyer: helps me know when I can fly my kite
  3. [R20] Windy.app 5/5 · US Very detailed: I used the free version for a while and it works good. I upgraded to the pro version and it has way more detail and options to better predict the weather. Found it to be quite accurate and I highly recommend using this if you have a boat, fish, or just want to check the weather forecast.
  4. [R31] Windy.app 4/5 · US Want more fire weather parameters: As a prescribed fire practitioner I would like parameters like mixing height, 20ft wind, transport wind, vent rate. I think many of my colleagues would pay for PRO if these were options. It would be a game changer for our operations.
  5. [R5] Windy.app 5/5 · US RELIABLE: Most reliable wind app of 9 that I have on my phone and I pad👍
  6. [R8] Windy.app 5/5 · US The local weather forecast: I always like to check and find out what Windy is forecasting. It’s always worth checking. Almost time to put the boat back in the water and I will be checking to find out the local weather conditions first, always accurate and dependable, Thanks
  7. [R16] Windy.app 2/5 · US Unreliable: Far too often is the wind forecast wrong. Standing in in unobstructed view of the water with a 7-10 mph forecast and not a leaf barely moving just a slight breeze. Anyone knows of a reliable source would love to know.
  8. [R33] Windy.app 4/5 · US Great so far: Very helpful so far. Better than other apps at specifically wind predictions.
  9. [R3] Windy.app 3/5 · US Onboarding process hung up: Tried to get on the app after subscribing to the one year $59 option. Can’t find a support phone number and the app is stuck in the enrollment process and I can’t start using the app for some reason. Payment went through so I don’t know what the problem is.
  10. [R6] Windy.app 3/5 · US What happened ?: Long time user and with the most recent update they removed the basic functionality of the seeing the wind projections @ multiple locations on the ‘home screen’ which was, in short, the backbone of the App (and what made it so convenient). Never understood why developers make these changes - probably looking for alternative ways to monetize the App.
  11. [R10] Windy.app 1/5 · US 1*: Yet another app that strings you along a stupid quiz before asking you for money at the end. Just say you’re a subscriber service only and stop wasting my time. Let people do your dumb customer survey after they’ve payed to be on ur app.
  12. [R12] Windy.app 3/5 · US Glitchy: The days of the week underneath map view have been glitchy for weeks and since I rely on it, it’s disconcerting. Scrolling through it unexpectedly moves to different days. Also significantly have seen no upgrades in functionality for this app. I have used this app for years now, but will be switching.
  13. [R4] Windy.app 1/5 · US Garbage: I paid for lifetime and everything I try to use is asking for money. I want a refund
  14. [R7] Windy.app 1/5 · US App turned to hot garbage unless you pay: Can’t even look at stuff without being bothered at least twice to sign up for pro
  15. [R15] Windy.app 3/5 · GB Past pro subscriber: The information and data in the pro version is good, but, not at £99 a year. There is too much clutter you can’t remove. And the non subscription version is so restricted it is a waste of time. Windy app please get the pricing down to no more than £30 a year and remove clutter. Your rating will go up and so will your subscribers.
  16. [R2] Windy.app 4/5 · US Cancel: You can’t cancel this app!!!
  17. [R13] Windy.app 1/5 · US Too many: Had to uninstall. Too many reminders about special offers. Very annoying
  18. [R18] Windy.app 3/5 · GB The app may be good, but be ready for ads: Paid version. So you would think no ads, but no, they try and sell you there other apps, or even move you to them. So damn annoying. Note: it is only their apps not 3rd parties. I’ve cancelled my renewal, will move to one of the others late summer when that is up.
  19. [R19] Windy.app 1/5 · US Subscription only: Constant spam/wants money
  20. [R28] Windy.app 2/5 · US Didn’t realize I signed up for an annual subscription: A little disappointed about being charged for a full year subscription. I really only needed this for at most a month but I got charged $170 for a full year subscription. I guess I missed that in the T&C’s? Happy to pay for the usage of it but I only needed it for a while. It was very helpful during my trip to the Bahamas so I like the progr
  21. [R54] Windy.app 1/5 · US $70 -$170 per year? Nah: Who wants to pay that? The “best” option is $9 PER WEEK. Lol
  22. [R30] Windy.app 1/5 · US SCAM: I cancel my subscription because I dint need it anymore, but they decided they still wanted to keep charging me money. Don’t use this app it’s a Scam.
  23. [R36] Windy.app 2/5 · US Put on my iPhone, now cannot delete it...: If i have it on iPhone, it's for trial period then automatically charges me after that period is done. I don't like apps that do this. Tried to delete from my settings, but I see no way to do so. I WON'T be using this ever again.
  24. [R37] Windy.app 5/5 · US Refund subscription: i was refunded without any issues after mistakenly not unsubscribing pass trial period.
  25. [R45] Windy.app 5/5 · US Great weather app. !: This is a very important tool for my business. Setting Sporting Clay targets can be difficult. You are constantly at the mercy of the weather to set challenging and fair targets. Windy.app- has been accurate and has all the information needed to make my business successful. Plus, the fishing charts are great. Fishing is my other sport. So it is a win win for me. Appreciate th

Synthesized from 60 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store