Suggestions appear as you type. Use the up and down arrows to choose one and Enter to open it.

This page's audience real numbers from our own analytics — open to see them
–Visitors
–Page views
–Clicks to vendors
–Time on page
–Reading now
Clicks to vendors, by tool
  • –
Top countries
  • –
Devices
  • –

– · counted by iTechGuides's own first-party analytics, bots removed, every figure rounded down · how we count

Head-to-head · Weather Apps for Android

The Weather Network vs Ventusky

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Higher score The Weather Network #1 in Weather Apps for Android 9.3/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 2 of 2 features Visit site
Ventusky #8 in Weather Apps for Android 8.6/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 2 of 2 features Visit Ventusky

The Weather Network leads on 0 checks, Ventusky on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreThe Weather Network · 9.3/10
  • Free planboth

The Weather Network scores higher on our rubric for weather apps for android: 9.3 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #8.

The Weather Network is the better fit for broad forecasts, radar and alerts. Ventusky is the better fit for map-led forecasts and severe-weather alerts.

  • The Weather Network fits best

    Broad forecasts, radar and alerts

  • Ventusky fits best

    Map-led forecasts and severe-weather alerts

Advertiser disclosure: iTechGuides is reader-supported. Vendors can pay for top positions in our rankings and for a place on other products' pages, and we may earn a commission when you click some links. How we rank.

Side by side

Feature The Weather Network 9.3/10 Visit ↗ Ventusky 8.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.3 8.6
Ranking #1 in Weather Apps for Android #8 in Weather Apps for Android
Best for Broad forecasts, radar and alerts Map-led forecasts and severe-weather alerts
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price Free plan Free plan
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Email, Docs Email, Docs, Community
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business
Features The Weather Network 2/2 · Ventusky 2/2
Radar layers ✓ ✓
Severe-weather alerts ✓ ✓
Specs
Minimum Android version Not checked yet Not checked yet
Forecast horizon 14 days 14 days
Weather focus General General
Update interval 15 minutes 10 minutes for EURAD and USRAD radar-based models
Our review
Pros
  • Hourly, 7-day and 14-day local and travel forecasts
  • Radar and satellite maps include precipitation, wind, fire and highway layers
  • Severe-weather alerts, government warnings and air-quality reports
  • Map layers cover wind, pressure, clouds, precipitation and temperature.
  • Timeline controls animate forecasts across a 14-day horizon.
  • Custom alerts, radar and webcam widgets support ongoing local monitoring.
Cons
  • Android pricing for paid features is not established here
  • General-purpose coverage may be more than users need for a single weather task
  • Support channels are limited to email and documentation
  • Forecast maps beyond seven days require Premium.
  • Its map-first approach may not suit readers who prefer a simple forecast view.
  • The 10-minute update interval applies to EURAD and USRAD radar-based models.
Our verdict

The Weather Network brings forecasts, current observations and weather maps together in an Android app for people who want both a quick local outlook and more context for changing conditions. It covers local and travel weather with hourly,…

Read the review →

Ventusky is a weather-forecasting app for people who want to explore conditions on maps, from wind and pressure to cloud cover, precipitation and temperature. It is available on Android, iOS and the web, with a general weather focus and a…

Read the review →
  1. The Weather NetworkWeather Apps for Android 9.3Free plan
  2. VentuskyWeather Apps for Android 8.6Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • The Weather Network — where it wins

    • Hourly, 7-day and 14-day local and travel forecasts
    • Radar and satellite maps include precipitation, wind, fire and highway layers
    • Severe-weather alerts, government warnings and air-quality reports

    Where it doesn't

    • Android pricing for paid features is not established here
    • General-purpose coverage may be more than users need for a single weather task
    • Support channels are limited to email and documentation

  • Ventusky — where it wins

    • Map layers cover wind, pressure, clouds, precipitation and temperature.
    • Timeline controls animate forecasts across a 14-day horizon.
    • Custom alerts, radar and webcam widgets support ongoing local monitoring.

    Where it doesn't

    • Forecast maps beyond seven days require Premium.
    • Its map-first approach may not suit readers who prefer a simple forecast view.
    • The 10-minute update interval applies to EURAD and USRAD radar-based models.
  • The Weather Network9.3/10 · Free plan

    An all-around Android weather app with long-range forecasts, layered maps and official warnings.

    Visit siteFull verdict →
  • Ventusky8.6/10 · Free plan

    A map-led weather app with radar, a 14-day forecast and customizable alerts.

    Visit VentuskyFull verdict →

More comparisons

All weather apps for android comparisons → · Full ranking →

Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

Last updated · How we research and update