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Apple Weather (Dark Sky) vs Climate FieldView

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Apple Weather (Dark Sky)

Weather

Hyperlocal precipitation forecasts built into iOS

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Climate FieldView logo

Climate FieldView

Weather

Digital agriculture platform for data-driven farming

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Apple Weather (Dark Sky) dark Sky as a standalone app and API no longer exists, it was removed from the App Store and its API shut down; Dark Sky's technology now only exists folded into the built-in Apple Weather app, so any 'Dark Sky' branded product/API can no longer be evaluated or purchased; Climate FieldView the Plus plan starts at $649 per year and is billed annually
  • They diverge on capability: Apple Weather (Dark Sky) covers Minute-by-minute precipitation, Climate FieldView covers Real-time data collection.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Apple Weather (Dark Sky) and Climate FieldView actually diverge.

Attributes where Apple Weather (Dark Sky) and Climate FieldView differ
AttributeApple Weather (Dark Sky)Climate FieldView
Pricing modelfreesubscription
PlatformsiOS, macOSWeb, Ios, Android, Api
Founded20112006

Identical on both: starting price (Free), 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 Apple Weather (Dark Sky)

  • Minute-by-minute precipitation
  • Next-hour forecasts
  • Severe weather alerts
  • Air quality
  • UV index
  • iOS widgets
  • Siri
  • Apple Watch

Only in Climate FieldView

  • Real-time data collection
  • Field health imagery
  • Yield analysis
  • Variable rate seeding
  • Nitrogen management
  • Equipment connectivity
  • Manual scouting tools
  • Data sharing & connectivity

Both cover

  • Ios support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Apple Weather (Dark Sky)

  • Checking hyperlocal current conditions and next-hour precipitation forecasts on iPhone/iPad/Mac/Apple Watchnot Climate FieldView
  • Viewing hourly forecasts for the next 10 daysnot Climate FieldView
  • Viewing high-resolution precipitation radar mapsnot Climate FieldView
  • Receiving severe weather notificationsnot Climate FieldView

Climate FieldView

  • Collecting and visualising planting, yield and application data from farm machinerynot Apple Weather (Dark Sky)
  • Building variable rate seeding prescriptionsnot Apple Weather (Dark Sky)
  • Field scouting with satellite imagery and field health mapsnot Apple Weather (Dark Sky)

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Apple Weather (Dark Sky)

  • Dark Sky as a standalone app and API no longer exists, it was removed from the App Store and its API shut down; Dark Sky's technology now only exists folded into the built-in Apple Weather app, so any 'Dark Sky' branded product/API can no longer be evaluated or purchased
  • Apple Weather has no public pricing/API tier of its own comparable to the old Dark Sky API, developers must use Apple's separate WeatherKit product instead
  • Apple Weather (the consumer app) is limited to Apple's own platforms; it is not available on Android or Windows

Climate FieldView

  • The Plus plan starts at $649 per year and is billed annually
  • The free Basic plan lists only Online Support and a Data Inbox as its included features
  • Collecting in-cab data requires buying the FieldView Drive hardware separately
  • The vendor states the plan content is subject to change and will be updated regularly

Pricing, plan by plan

Apple Weather (Dark Sky)

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Full weather features
    • Minute-by-minute rain
    • Severe alerts

Climate FieldView

Free
  • FieldView DriveFree
    • Data collection & storage
    • Basic field mapping
    • Equipment connectivity
  • FieldView Plus$4/acre/year
    • Everything in Drive
    • Field health imagery
    • Scouting with drop pins
  • FieldView Pro$10/acre/year
    • Everything in Plus
    • Seed scripting
    • Nitrogen advisor

Which should you pick?

Choose Apple Weather (Dark Sky) if

  • You need minute-by-minute precipitation.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, macOS.
  • You also want next-hour forecasts.
Apple Weather (Dark Sky) review

Choose Climate FieldView if

  • You need real-time data collection.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android, Api.
  • You also want field health imagery.
Climate FieldView review

Questions people ask

Is Apple Weather (Dark Sky) or Climate FieldView better?
Neither clearly leads. Apple Weather (Dark Sky) starts at Free and Climate FieldView at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Apple Weather (Dark Sky) or Climate FieldView?
Apple Weather (Dark Sky) starts at Free and Climate FieldView at Free.
Does Apple Weather (Dark Sky) or Climate FieldView run on more platforms?
Apple Weather (Dark Sky) runs on iOS, macOS. Climate FieldView runs on Web, Ios, Android, Api.
Can I use Apple Weather (Dark Sky) for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Apple Weather (Dark Sky) best used for?
Apple Weather (Dark Sky) is most often used for checking hyperlocal current conditions and next-hour precipitation forecasts on iphone/ipad/mac/apple watch, viewing hourly forecasts for the next 10 days, viewing high-resolution precipitation radar maps, receiving severe weather notifications. Of those, checking hyperlocal current conditions and next-hour precipitation forecasts on iphone/ipad/mac/apple watch and viewing hourly forecasts for the next 10 days are not what Climate FieldView is typically brought in for.
What can Apple Weather (Dark Sky) do that Climate FieldView cannot?
Apple Weather (Dark Sky) covers Minute-by-minute precipitation, Next-hour forecasts, Severe weather alerts, Air quality. Climate FieldView covers Real-time data collection, Field health imagery, Yield analysis, Variable rate seeding. Both handle Ios support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Apple Weather (Dark Sky): Is Dark Sky still available as a standalone service?

No. Dark Sky is no longer a standalone service. The Dark Sky API was discontinued on March 31, 2023, and replaced by Apple's WeatherKit API. Apple integrated Dark Sky's features into its native Weather app.

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Climate FieldView: How much does Climate FieldView cost?

Climate FieldView does not publish pricing on its main website. The company directs customers to visit their pricing page or contact their support team for personalized plan details.

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Apple Weather (Dark Sky): What features from Dark Sky are now in Apple Weather?

Apple Weather includes hyperlocal forecasts down to 0.001° precision, next-hour precipitation forecasts with charts and maps, extended hourly forecasts for 10 days, high-resolution weather maps with precipitation and air quality overlays, and government-issued severe weather alerts.

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Climate FieldView: What kind of plans does Climate FieldView offer?

The website mentions 'Personalized Plans' but does not specify plan names, tiers, or pricing structures on the publicly accessible content.

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Apple Weather (Dark Sky): What API replaced Dark Sky's API?

Developers who used Dark Sky API can now use Apple's WeatherKit API, which works across multiple platforms and replaces the deprecated Dark Sky API.

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Climate FieldView: Is there customer support included?

Yes, Climate FieldView mentions offering 'Full Support' with its plans, but specific support details and how they vary by plan are not disclosed.

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Apple Weather (Dark Sky): What versions of Apple OS support the new Weather features?

Apple Weather with the new features is accessible on iOS 16, iPadOS 16, and macOS 13 Ventura or newer, available through the App Store.

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Climate FieldView: How do I get a pricing quote?

Click the 'Find a Plan' button on the Climate FieldView homepage, or contact their support team directly to discuss personalized pricing for your agricultural operation.

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