Use PredictWind if…
You sail offshore, race competitively, or plan ocean passages.
4.8★ on the App Store
vs PredictWind
PredictWind alternative — for the rest of us
PredictWind is the gold standard for offshore sailors and pros — proprietary models, departure planning, and routing. WindUp is for the 90% of riders who just want to know if their spot will be on this afternoon, without paying offshore-pro money.
Pick the one that fits how you actually use a wind app.
Use WindUp if…
You want a free live alarm at your local spot, with zero learning curve.
5.0★ · 20+ reviews · Free
What PredictWind does brilliantly.
This isn't a hit piece. PredictWind is a serious app — here's where they shine.
- Proprietary forecast models (PWG, PWE) trusted offshore
- Departure planner and routing for ocean passages
- Industry standard for racing and pro sailors
What PredictWind doesn't do.
And where WindUp picks up the slack.
- Pro features carry a serious subscription price
- Overkill for daily kitesurfers, drone pilots, hikers
- No alarm that bypasses Do Not Disturb
Feature comparison
| Feature | WindUp | PredictWind |
|---|---|---|
| Live wind alarm | — | |
| Cuts through Do Not Disturb / Silent | — | |
| Free (no subscription) | Freemium | |
| Proprietary forecast models | — | |
| Departure planner / routing | — | |
| Live wind stations | 10,000+ | Yes |
| Beginner-friendly UI | — |
WindUp vs PredictWind — FAQ
Is WindUp a PredictWind alternative?
If you sail offshore or race, no — PredictWind is in a different league for routing and proprietary models. If you're a daily rider just trying to catch wind at a local spot, WindUp is simpler, free, and has a live alarm PredictWind doesn't.
Why use WindUp over PredictWind?
PredictWind is built for pros and offshore navigation. WindUp is built for the rest of us — kitesurfers, drone pilots, weekend sailors who just want a free alarm at their spot.
Can I use both?
Absolutely. Many sailors use PredictWind for the passage and WindUp for daily local sessions.
Try WindUp. Free, alongside PredictWind.
You don't have to choose. Most riders use both — keep PredictWind for the forecast and add a free live wind alarm that wakes you the moment your spot fires.