Wind Compass

Name: Wind Compass
Rating: 4.416 (2357 reviews)
Author: Maple Media

By: Maple Media

Live wind compass shows you wind direction, wind speed & daily weather forecasts

Features & Capabilities

Wind Compass is your easy-to-use Chrome extension for live wind direction, wind speed, and detailed weather updates. Simply set your location to receive current weather conditions without any complex setup. It offers multiple wind speed metrics such as miles per hour, kilometers per hour, knots, and more, along with true north or magnetic north compass options.

View current temperature, daily highs and lows, and detailed 24-hour and 7-day forecasts including chance of precipitation. Track sunrise, sunset, first light, and last light times easily. Customize the interface with various background options like vibrant colors, map views, and dynamic temperature-based gradients. Bonus: Wind Compass always points north, making orientation effortless indoors or outdoors.

Powered by Apple Weather and designed for simplicity and accuracy, Wind Compass is ideal for anyone keen on tracking wind and weather at a glance. Please note, continuous GPS usage may impact battery life.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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Version:

1.10.0(96) Last updated: 2025-07-27

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Creation date:

2018-02-14

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Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
com.applovin.array.apphub.permission.BIND_APPHUB_SERVICE Moderate risk
com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk

Size:

77.67MB

Email:

co*****@maplemedia.io

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

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Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-21

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 118,941 ▼ 10

Other rankings

#125 in Weather (Gross) ▼ 9

For Developers

Monetize with App Pass Boost with Extension Booster

Contact the developer

Chrome-Stats does not own this Android app. Please use these information below to contact the Android app developer.

Developed by:

Maple Media

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.anapaapps.android.windcompass

Email:

co*****@maplemedia.io

Website:

https://maplemedia.io

User Reviews

Users praise Wind Compass for accurate wind data and its usefulness for wind-related planning. However, the experience is heavily degraded by intrusive ads and subscription prompts, a disliked UI, and occasional crashes. Overall, the wind data is valued, but the app's monetization and UI problems drive some users away.

Pros

Very accurate wind speed data and reliable wind information.
Useful for planning outdoor activities (e.g., kite flying, boating, RV trips) due to wind data.
Generally easy to use and provides valuable weather information.
Overall helpful and praised as a useful tool by many users.

Cons

Intrusive, excessive ads and pop-ups that disrupt usage (including video/game-like ads and porn ads).
Subscription prompts/upgrades that interrupt workflow and make the free version barely usable.
Poor user interface (UI) and navigation issues.
Occasional bugs/crashes or black screens, sometimes linked to ads or post-subscription issues.

Recent reviews

I couldn't test this app due to full-page adverts that can't be dismissed so I figured it's not any good.

Ge*****, 2026-05-30

Full page ads as soon as open and cannot dismiss..nah bu-bye uninstalled.

Ri*****, 2026-05-19

I like the concept.... but hitting me with full page adds (game) that I can't get out of, even before having the chance to try it out, is a complete waste of my time. It's no wonder there aren't many reviews -- uninstalling!