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Hello Weather vs The Weather Channel
The Weather Channel
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America's most trusted weather source with real-time forecasts
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The short version
- Each has a real cost: Hello Weather limited features in free version compared to competitors with native rain alerts; The Weather Channel premium radar features are limited to iOS and macOS; not available on Android or other platforms
- They diverge on capability: Hello Weather covers Multiple data sources, The Weather Channel covers 10-day forecasts.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Hello Weather and The Weather Channel actually diverge.
| Attribute | Hello Weather | The Weather Channel |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | iOS, iPadOS, Android, watchOS | iOS, Android, Web, Apple TV, Samsung Smart TV, Roku |
| Founded | 2016 | 1982 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (Unknown), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).
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 Hello Weather
- Multiple data sources
- Simple design
- Comparison mode
- Custom icons
- Widgets
- Apple Watch
- iOS widgets
- Siri shortcuts
Only in The Weather Channel
- 10-day forecasts
- Hourly predictions
- Interactive radar
- Severe weather alerts
- Air quality index
- Smart home devices
- Connected cars
- Wearables
Both cover
- Ios support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Hello Weather
- Professional Worknot The Weather Channel
- Content Creationnot The Weather Channel
The Weather Channel
- Checking daily and 10-day local weather forecastsnot Hello Weather
- Tracking storms and hurricanes via Storm Radarnot Hello Weather
- Viewing weather radar mapsnot Hello Weather
- Getting severe weather alertsnot Hello Weather
- Accessing weather news and video content on weather.comnot Hello Weather
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Hello Weather
- Limited features in free version compared to competitors with native rain alerts
- Smaller development team means slower feature updates compared to enterprise weather apps
- No native invoicing or team management for business use
The Weather Channel
- Premium radar features are limited to iOS and macOS; not available on Android or other platforms
- Premium subscription required for advanced radar customization
- Premium perks tied to partner deals which may change
Pricing, plan by plan
Hello Weather
Free- FreeFree
- Current, hourly, daily forecasts
- Multiple data source options
- Dark mode
- VIP$3/year
- Home screen and lock screen widgets
- Push notifications for precipitation
- Apple Watch app
The Weather Channel
Free- FreeFree
- Rain radar and storm tracker
- Allergy tracker
- 24-hour future radar
- Premium$29.99/year
- All free features
- Premium perks program (up to USD 187 value)
- 18Birdies golf app access (30% off plus free week)
Which should you pick?
Choose Hello Weather if
- You need multiple data sources.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on iOS, iPadOS, Android, watchOS.
- You also want simple design.
Choose The Weather Channel if
- You need 10-day forecasts.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on iOS, Android, Web, Apple TV, Samsung Smart TV, Roku.
- You also want hourly predictions.
Questions people ask
- Is Hello Weather or The Weather Channel better?
- Neither clearly leads. Hello Weather starts at Free and The Weather Channel at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Hello Weather or The Weather Channel?
- Hello Weather starts at Free and The Weather Channel at Free.
- Does Hello Weather or The Weather Channel run on more platforms?
- Hello Weather runs on iOS, iPadOS, Android, watchOS. The Weather Channel runs on iOS, Android, Web, Apple TV, Samsung Smart TV, Roku.
- Can I use Hello Weather for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Hello Weather best used for?
- Hello Weather is most often used for professional work, content creation. Of those, professional work and content creation are not what The Weather Channel is typically brought in for.
- What can Hello Weather do that The Weather Channel cannot?
- Hello Weather covers Multiple data sources, Simple design, Comparison mode, Custom icons. The Weather Channel covers 10-day forecasts, Hourly predictions, Interactive radar, Severe weather alerts. Both handle Ios support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Hello Weather: What is Hello Weather's business model?
Hello Weather is free to download from the App Store with optional VIP membership. VIP costs $3 for one year, $5 for two years, or $7 for lifetime access.
SourceThe Weather Channel: What is the cost of The Weather Channel Premium?
The Weather Channel Premium subscription costs USD 29.99 annually with a 7-day free trial before the annual charge is applied.
SourceHello Weather: What weather data sources does Hello Weather support?
Hello Weather supports multiple weather data sources including Apple Weather, AccuWeather, Foreca, OpenWeather, Pirate Weather, The Weather Company, Tomorrow.io, Visual Crossing, Weatherbit, and Xweather.
SourceThe Weather Channel: What premium features are included?
The Weather Channel Premium includes premium perks program offering up to USD 187 in partner deals, access to 18Birdies golf app (30% off plus free week), and professional-grade customizable radar with high-resolution single-site radar on iOS and macOS devices.
SourceHello Weather: What platforms does Hello Weather support?
Hello Weather is available on iPhone, iPad, and Android. It includes Apple Watch app and complications, plus home screen and lock screen widgets.
SourceThe Weather Channel: What are the free features available?
Free features include rain radar, storm tracker, allergy tracker, 24-hour future radar, storm alerts, Feels Like temperature, hourly and daily forecasts, weather widgets with dark mode support, and air quality monitoring.
Hello Weather: Is Hello Weather an independent project?
Yes, Hello Weather is developed by indie developers Jonas Downey and Trevor as a side project. The team describes themselves as friends with day jobs who make the app for fun.
SourceThe Weather Channel: What devices are supported?
The Weather Channel app is available on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Samsung Smart TV, Roku, and other streaming platforms.
Hello Weather: When was Hello Weather first launched?
Hello Weather was launched in 2016 and has achieved half a million downloads with thousands of paying VIP customers.
SourceRelated pages
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