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1Weather vs Today Weather

Today Weather
Weather
Clean minimalist weather with multiple data sources
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The short version
- Each has a real cost: 1Weather free version includes banner ads, creating visual clutter in weather interface; Today Weather weather forecast accuracy is dependent on underlying data sources and cannot account for local microclimates
- They diverge on capability: 1Weather covers Animated backgrounds, Today Weather covers Multiple data sources.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which 1Weather and Today Weather actually diverge.
| Attribute | 1Weather | Today Weather |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Android, iOS | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, iPod touch, Apple Vision Pro, Android |
| Founded | 2011 | 2017 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (Unknown), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Weather).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in 1Weather
- Animated backgrounds
- 12-day forecasts
- Customizable widgets
- Radar maps
- Severe alerts
- Wearos support
Only in Today Weather
- Multiple data sources
- Clean design
- Hourly forecasts
- Air quality
- Precipitation alerts
- iOS widgets
- Ios support
Both cover
- Android widgets
- Wear OS
- Android support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
1Weather
- Checking current conditions and 24-hour forecastsnot Today Weather
- Live radar and severe weather warningsnot Today Weather
- Tracking air quality index and pollen levels (premium)not Today Weather
- Minute-by-minute precipitation tracking (premium)not Today Weather
- Sun/moon tracking and home-screen weather widgetsnot Today Weather
Today Weather
- Professional Worknot 1Weather
- Content Creationnot 1Weather
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
1Weather
- Free version includes banner ads, creating visual clutter in weather interface
- Smaller global weather data coverage compared to AccuWeather and Apple Weather integration
- Limited offline functionality compared to competitors with cached forecast systems
Today Weather
- Weather forecast accuracy is dependent on underlying data sources and cannot account for local microclimates
- App does not provide offline forecast capability
- Premium features require subscription or one-time purchase
Pricing, plan by plan
1Weather
Free- FreeFree
- Weather forecasts
- Radar maps
- Widgets
- Pro$undefined/mo
- All free features
- No ads
- Extended 10-day forecasts
Today Weather
Free- FreeFree
- Weather forecasts
- Basic radar
- Air quality and UV index
- Premium$2.99/year
- Ad removal
- Full radar capabilities
- Advanced weather alerts
- Premium (Lifetime)$17.99/one-time
- All premium features
- Perpetual license
Which should you pick?
Choose 1Weather if
- You need animated backgrounds.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Android, iOS.
- You also want 12-day forecasts.
Choose Today Weather if
- You need multiple data sources.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, iPod touch, Apple Vision Pro, Android.
- You also want clean design.
Questions people ask
- Is 1Weather or Today Weather better?
- Neither clearly leads. 1Weather starts at Free and Today Weather at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, 1Weather or Today Weather?
- 1Weather starts at Free and Today Weather at Free.
- Does 1Weather or Today Weather run on more platforms?
- 1Weather runs on Android, iOS. Today Weather runs on iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, iPod touch, Apple Vision Pro, Android.
- Can I use 1Weather for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is 1Weather best used for?
- 1Weather is most often used for checking current conditions and 24-hour forecasts, live radar and severe weather warnings, tracking air quality index and pollen levels (premium), minute-by-minute precipitation tracking (premium). Of those, checking current conditions and 24-hour forecasts and live radar and severe weather warnings are not what Today Weather is typically brought in for.
- What can 1Weather do that Today Weather cannot?
- 1Weather covers Animated backgrounds, 12-day forecasts, Customizable widgets, Radar maps. Today Weather covers Multiple data sources, Clean design, Hourly forecasts, Air quality. Both handle Android widgets, Wear OS, Android support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
1Weather: What are 1Weather's core features?
1Weather provides current conditions, 12-week hourly forecasts, 10-day forecasts, animated radar maps with minute-by-minute precipitation tracking, air quality metrics, and customizable widgets for up to 12 locations.
SourceToday Weather: Is Today Weather free?
Today Weather is free to download and use, with premium features available. Premium subscriptions are $2.99/year (with additional one-time purchase options at $17.99 for perpetual access), which unlock ad removal and full radar capabilities.
Source1Weather: What platforms does 1Weather support?
1Weather is available on both Android and iOS platforms, developed by OneLouder Apps. It has 180+ million downloads and is rated 4.32 out of 5 stars on app stores.
SourceToday Weather: What weather data sources does Today Weather use?
Today Weather integrates data from multiple sources including NOAA, AccuWeather, Dark Sky, Weatherbit, OpenWeatherMap, Foreca, and national meteorological services for each country such as Weather.gov (US) and UK Met Office.
Source1Weather: What widget options does 1Weather offer?
1Weather offers a wide range of attractive, customizable widgets for home screen display. Multiple widget styles allow users to personalize their at-a-glance weather updates.
SourceToday Weather: What platforms does Today Weather support?
Today Weather is available on iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac (M1+), iPod touch, and Apple Vision Pro. An Android version is also available on Google Play.
Source1Weather: Is there a paid version of 1Weather?
Yes. 1Weather is free with ads (small banner ads), while the Pro version removes ads and unlocks additional features like extended 10-day forecasts and air quality index cards.
SourceToday Weather: Does Today Weather offer widgets?
Yes, Today Weather includes 23 customizable widgets with multiple styles, allowing users to see weather data they need directly on their home screen.
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