Head-to-head · Weather Apps for Android
Windy Weather World vs Zoom Earth
Windy Weather World leads on 0 checks, Zoom Earth on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreWindy Weather World · 8.8/10
- Free planboth
Windy Weather World scores higher on our rubric for weather apps for android: 8.8 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #7.
On weather focus, Zoom Earth gives you Radar where Windy Weather World offers General.
Windy Weather World is the better fit for model comparisons and interactive global maps. Zoom Earth is the better fit for radar, satellite imagery and storm tracking.
- Windy Weather World fits best
Model comparisons and interactive global maps
- Zoom Earth fits best
Radar, satellite imagery and storm tracking
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Side by side
| Feature | Windy Weather World 8.8/10 Visit ↗ | Zoom Earth 8.7/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.8 | 8.7 |
| Ranking | #6 in Weather Apps for Android | #7 in Weather Apps for Android |
| Best for | Model comparisons and interactive global maps | Radar, satellite imagery and storm tracking |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | Free plan | Free plan |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Community | |
| Built for | Solo, Small business | Solo, Small business |
| Features Windy Weather World 2/2 · Zoom Earth 2/2 | ||
| Radar layers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Severe-weather alerts | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Minimum Android version | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Forecast horizon | 15 days | Not checked yet |
| Weather focus | General | Radar |
| Update interval | Free users: twice a day; Premium: every model run as available | Geostationary satellite images updated every 10 minutes; HD polar-orbiting satellite images updated twice daily |
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| Our verdict | Windy Weather World is a weather-forecast visualization app for Android and web, aimed at general weather users and people whose plans depend on conditions, including pilots, sailors, surfers and paragliders. Its main appeal is the ability… Read the review → |
Zoom Earth is an interactive weather map and storm-tracking app for people who want to monitor rain, snow, storms and environmental events. Available on Android, iOS and the web, it combines radar, forecast maps and satellite imagery in a… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Windy Weather World — where it wins
- Compares multiple global and regional forecast models.
- Combines interactive maps with Doppler radar and satellite imagery.
- Includes wind, wave and tide forecasts alongside location forecasts.
Where it doesn't
- Free forecasts update only twice daily.
- The 15-day forecast outlook is a Premium feature.
- Radar and satellite loops and archives require Premium.
Zoom Earth — where it wins
- Rain and snow radar includes radar nowcasting.
- Geostationary satellite images update every 10 minutes.
- Maps include hurricane tracking, fire overlays and weather notifications.
Where it doesn't
- Optional Pro features require a subscription.
- Forecast maps rely on DWD ICON and NOAA/NCEP/NWS GFS model data.
- Satellite update frequency differs: HD polar-orbiting images update twice daily.
- Windy Weather World8.8/10 · Free plan
A free Android weather app for comparing forecast models on interactive global maps.
Visit siteFull verdict → - Zoom Earth8.7/10 · Free plan
A radar-focused weather app with storm tracking and frequent satellite imagery updates.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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