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Today Weather vs Ventusky

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Today Weather

Weather

Clean minimalist weather with multiple data sources

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Ventusky logo

Ventusky

Weather

Beautiful weather maps from Czech developers

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Today Weather weather forecast accuracy is dependent on underlying data sources and cannot account for local microclimates; Ventusky the Premium subscription page names two tiers, Premium and Premium plus, capped at 4 and 25 devices respectively, but publishes no price for either, showing a dash where the figure would appear
  • They diverge on capability: Today Weather covers Multiple data sources, Ventusky covers Animated weather maps.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Today Weather and Ventusky actually diverge.

Attributes where Today Weather and Ventusky differ
AttributeToday WeatherVentusky
Pricing modelUnknownfree
PlatformsiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, iPod touch, Apple Vision Pro, AndroidWeb, Ios, Android
Founded20172015

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 Today Weather

  • Multiple data sources
  • Clean design
  • Hourly forecasts
  • Air quality
  • Precipitation alerts
  • Android widgets
  • iOS widgets
  • Wear OS

Only in Ventusky

  • Animated weather maps
  • Multiple forecast models
  • Wind visualization
  • Temperature maps
  • Precipitation forecasts
  • Web embedding
  • Web support

Both cover

  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

Today Weather

  • Professional Worknot Ventusky
  • Content Creationnot Ventusky

Ventusky

  • Interactive weather forecast, radar and wind mapping, with a paid Premium tier for unlimited layers and forecasts beyond 7 daysnot Today Weather

Where each one falls short

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

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

Ventusky

  • The Premium subscription page names two tiers, Premium and Premium plus, capped at 4 and 25 devices respectively, but publishes no price for either, showing a dash where the figure would appear

Pricing, plan by plan

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

Ventusky

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Weather maps
    • Multiple models
    • Forecasts

Which should you pick?

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.
Today Weather review

Choose Ventusky if

  • You need animated weather maps.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want multiple forecast models.
Ventusky review

Questions people ask

Is Today Weather or Ventusky better?
Neither clearly leads. Today Weather starts at Free and Ventusky at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Today Weather or Ventusky?
Today Weather starts at Free and Ventusky at Free.
Does Today Weather or Ventusky run on more platforms?
Today Weather runs on iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, iPod touch, Apple Vision Pro, Android. Ventusky runs on Web, Ios, Android.
Can I use Today Weather for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Today Weather best used for?
Today Weather is most often used for professional work, content creation. Of those, professional work and content creation are not what Ventusky is typically brought in for.
What can Today Weather do that Ventusky cannot?
Today Weather covers Multiple data sources, Clean design, Hourly forecasts, Air quality. Ventusky covers Animated weather maps, Multiple forecast models, Wind visualization, Temperature maps. Both handle Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Today 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.

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Ventusky: What subscription tiers does Ventusky Premium offer?

Ventusky offers Premium and Premium+ subscriptions. Both are billed yearly and include unlimited layers, forecast maps beyond 7 days, advanced widgets, notifications, and priority support.

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Today 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.

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Ventusky: What is the difference between Ventusky Premium and Premium+ tiers?

Both tiers include the same features but support different numbers of devices. Premium supports up to 4 devices, while Premium+ supports up to 25 devices.

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Today 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.

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Ventusky: Can I cancel my Ventusky subscription after signing up?

Yes, you may cancel at any time. Subscriptions renew automatically, but you can stop renewal at any point.

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Today 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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Ventusky: Will I get a refund if I cancel mid-subscription?

No, payments for the current subscription period are non-refundable. Your access will continue until the end of the prepaid period after which it stops.

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