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DTN Weather vs OpenWeatherMap

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DTN Weather

Weather

Enterprise weather solutions for agriculture and energy

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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OpenWeatherMap

Weather

Developer-friendly weather API with global coverage

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only OpenWeatherMap has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: DTN Weather dTN Ag Weather Tools subscription does not automatically renew; users must resubscribe at the end of each term, per the App Store listing; OpenWeatherMap free tier capped at 60 calls/minute and 1,000,000 calls/month
  • They diverge on capability: DTN Weather covers Precision forecasts, OpenWeatherMap covers Weather API.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which DTN Weather and OpenWeatherMap actually diverge.

Attributes where DTN Weather and OpenWeatherMap differ
AttributeDTN WeatherOpenWeatherMap
Starting priceOn requestFree
Pricing modelquotefreemium
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, Api, MobileWeb
Founded19842017

Identical on both: 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 DTN Weather

  • Precision forecasts
  • Agricultural weather
  • Energy forecasting
  • Risk analysis
  • Enterprise APIs
  • Custom integrations
  • Data feeds
  • Mobile support

Only in OpenWeatherMap

  • Weather API
  • Current conditions
  • Forecasts
  • Weather maps
  • REST API
  • JSON format
  • Widgets

Both cover

  • Historical data
  • Web support
  • Api support

What people use each for

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

DTN Weather

  • Professional weather data for aviation operationsnot OpenWeatherMap
  • Weather intelligence for agriculture decision-makingnot OpenWeatherMap
  • Decision-grade weather data for energy, utilities, and transportation industriesnot OpenWeatherMap
  • 24/7 weather operations monitoring and alert servicesnot OpenWeatherMap

OpenWeatherMap

  • Embedding current weather and short-term forecasts into third-party apps/websitesnot DTN Weather
  • Pulling historical and statistical weather data for researchnot DTN Weather
  • Displaying weather map overlays (precipitation, clouds, etc.) via the Weather Maps APInot DTN Weather
  • Monitoring air pollution levels via the Air Pollution APInot DTN Weather
  • Geocoding locations for weather lookupsnot DTN Weather

Where each one falls short

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

DTN Weather

  • DTN Ag Weather Tools subscription does not automatically renew; users must resubscribe at the end of each term, per the App Store listing
  • No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period, per the App Store listing for DTN Ag Weather Tools
  • Any unused portion of the 30 day free trial is forfeited when the user purchases a subscription, per the App Store listing for DTN Ag Weather Tools
  • DTN Ag Weather Tools pricing stated in the App Store listing as $16.99 for one month or $169.99 for a full year (USD)

OpenWeatherMap

  • Free tier capped at 60 calls/minute and 1,000,000 calls/month
  • Free tier limited to current weather, 3-hour/5-day forecast, air pollution, 15 map layers, and geocoding only
  • One Call API free allowance is only 1,000 calls/day before pay-per-call charges apply
  • Paid tier (Startup, Developer, Professional, Expert) exact USD prices are not published on the public pricing page

Pricing, plan by plan

DTN Weather

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the DTN Weather review.

OpenWeatherMap

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 1,000 free API calls per day

Which should you pick?

Choose DTN Weather if

  • You need precision forecasts.
  • You work on Web, Api, Mobile.
  • You also want agricultural weather.
DTN Weather review

Choose OpenWeatherMap if

  • You need weather api.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want current conditions.
OpenWeatherMap review

Questions people ask

Is DTN Weather or OpenWeatherMap better?
Neither clearly leads. DTN Weather starts at On request and OpenWeatherMap at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, DTN Weather or OpenWeatherMap?
OpenWeatherMap has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for DTN Weather and Free for OpenWeatherMap.
Does DTN Weather or OpenWeatherMap run on more platforms?
DTN Weather runs on Web, Api, Mobile. OpenWeatherMap runs on Web.
Can I use OpenWeatherMap for free?
Yes. OpenWeatherMap has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. DTN Weather starts at On request.
What is DTN Weather best used for?
DTN Weather is most often used for professional weather data for aviation operations, weather intelligence for agriculture decision-making, decision-grade weather data for energy, utilities, and transportation industries, 24/7 weather operations monitoring and alert services. Of those, professional weather data for aviation operations and weather intelligence for agriculture decision-making are not what OpenWeatherMap is typically brought in for.
What can DTN Weather do that OpenWeatherMap cannot?
DTN Weather covers Precision forecasts, Agricultural weather, Energy forecasting, Risk analysis. OpenWeatherMap covers Weather API, Current conditions, Forecasts, Weather maps. Both handle Historical data, Web support, Api support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

DTN Weather: How is DTN Weather pricing structured?

DTN does not disclose specific pricing plans, costs, or tiers on their weather solutions page. The company uses a custom quote model, as solutions are tailored to industry-specific needs across aviation, mining, utilities, transportation, marine, and outdoor safety.

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OpenWeatherMap: How much does OpenWeatherMap cost?

OpenWeatherMap operates on a pay-as-you-call usage-based pricing model. The platform offers a free tier with 1,000 API calls per day, and customers can purchase additional calls based on their needs.

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DTN Weather: How do I get pricing for DTN Weather services?

Contact DTN directly through their 'Contact Us' link or 'Talk To Our Team' call-to-action button on their website. Existing customers can access their specific plans through login portals.

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OpenWeatherMap: Is there a free weather API service?

Yes. OpenWeatherMap provides a free tier that includes up to 1,000 API calls per day. Users can subscribe for free at home.openweathermap.org without providing payment information.

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DTN Weather: What industries does DTN Weather serve?

DTN Weather provides industry-specific solutions for aviation, mining, utilities, transportation, marine, and outdoor safety. Pricing and capabilities are customized based on industry and operational needs.

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OpenWeatherMap: Does OpenWeatherMap offer enterprise plans?

OpenWeatherMap offers separate service tiers for enterprise customers, with pricing and features determined on a case-by-case basis. Contact the company directly for enterprise plan details and custom pricing.

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