Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar
authentic ratingWindy.app is more accurate than most competitors for wind and waves in active outdoor sports, but the free tier is heavily limited and forecast accuracy is unstable at low speeds. Its strong niche is marine navigation, fishing, and kitesurfing.
62real score
4.7store star
72,446ratings
About the rating
Ratings are distributed organically: real sailors, fishermen, and kiters alternate with users unhappy about monetization, a pattern typical of a niche app.
Strengths
What users love
- Out of nine wind apps on the phone
- This one holds up better than the rest
- Especially for getting out on the water.
Weak spots
What users hate
- Wind forecasts at low speeds (7-10 mph) often miss reality
- Leaves don't move where a breeze was promised.
Who it is for
Sailors, anglers, and kitesurfers