Meteomatics Weather Widget: customer experiences
Reviewers report mixed experiences with the Meteomatics Weather Widget, with a roughly balanced split between positive and negative feedback across 39 mentions. While some users praise its clean design and reliable data display, others highlight persistent technical issues such as non-functioning widgets, failure to refresh, and lack of customization. The overall trend shows a gradual improvement in ratings over time, with a notable shift from 3-star reviews in early 2025 to higher scores in late 2026, peaking at 5 stars in June 2026. This suggests that recent updates may have addressed some earlier problems, though recurring complaints about functionality and usability remain. The feedback indicates that while the widget is seen as visually appealing and useful by some, reliability and consistency continue to be key concerns for a significant portion of users.
What customers praise
Customers appreciate the widget’s clean, simple design and its ability to deliver accurate, localized weather data. Several users describe it as intuitive and reliable, with one calling it 'simple and trustworthy' and another praising its 'excellent, well-made' layout. The absence of ads and the free access to the widget are also highlighted as strong positives. The visual clarity and straightforward presentation of weather information are frequently mentioned as standout features.
What customers said:
- „Excellent, well done, simple and clear.“
„Excellent, well done, simple and clear.“
Original„Hervorragend Richtig gut gemacht, schlicht und übersichtlich.“
- „Simple and reliable, well done.“
„Simple and reliable, well done.“
Original„Semplice e affidabile complimenti.“
- „It does a good job with the displayed data.“
„It does a good job with the displayed data.“
Original„Kommt ganz gut hin mit den angezeigten Daten.“
Common complaints
Common complaints center on the widget’s reliability and functionality. Multiple users report that the widget fails to load, shows 'Loading' indefinitely, or does not refresh automatically. Some note that it only displays data for a single favorite location instead of the user’s current location, limiting its usefulness. Others mention that after app updates, the widget stops working entirely, with no clear fix provided. These issues suggest ongoing technical challenges that affect core usability.
What customers said:
- „I can't find any solution suggestions anywhere.“
„I can't find any solution suggestions anywhere.“
Original„Ich finde auch niergens einen Lösungsvorschlag.“
- „The lovely home screen widget, doesn't refresh.“
- „Songs work; however, the widgets do not function, making the app barely usable for me.“
„Songs work; however, the widgets do not function, making the app barely usable for me.“
Original„Lieder funktionieren gerade die Widgets nicht wodurch die App kaum brauchbar ist für mich.“
How it has changed over time
Over time, the widget’s performance appears to have improved, as reflected in rising average ratings. Early 2025 reviews were mostly 3-star, with frequent complaints about non-functioning features. By mid-2026, ratings climbed to 3.5 and 4.25 stars, with a 5-star review recorded in June 2026. This upward trend may indicate that recent updates resolved some of the earlier bugs, particularly around loading and refresh issues. However, the persistence of negative feedback suggests that not all problems have been fully addressed.
What customers said:
- „The time for sunset is only shown with the first letter, which is inconvenient.“
„The time for sunset is only shown with the first letter, which is inconvenient.“
Original„bei mir wird die Zeit für den Sonnenuntergang nur mit dem ersten Buchstaben angezeigt.“
- „Unfortunately, the temperature in the iOS widget is now only being displayed as a…“
„Unfortunately, the temperature in the iOS widget is now only being displayed as a single digit followed by three dots.“
Original„Leider wird die Temperatur im iOS Widget neuerdings nur noch einstellig gefolgt von drei Punkten dargestellt.“
- „Really well done, simple and clear.“
„Really well done, simple and clear.“
Original„Auch die Widgets gefallen mir.“
Practical takeaways
For users considering the widget, it’s important to note that while the design and data accuracy are strong points, technical reliability remains inconsistent. If you rely on real-time updates, be prepared for potential delays or failures. Customization options are limited, and some users report issues with display formatting, such as truncated time labels or incorrect forecasts. The lack of a transparent or small-format widget option is also a recurring concern. Testing the widget after updates is recommended to avoid unexpected issues.
What customers said:
- „Bug report: The 5x2 widget is shifted by one day.“
„Bug report: The 5x2 widget is shifted by one day.“
Original„Fehlerreport: Das Widget 5x2 ist um einen Tag verschoben.“
- „Very well done, it accurately indicates the fractions of my city, even the smallest ones.“
„Very well done, it accurately indicates the fractions of my city, even the smallest ones.“
Original„Molto ben fatta, indica con precisione le frazioni della mia città anche quelle più piccole.“
- „the widget can only be showing the temperature of one of your favorites in your places…“
„the widget can only be showing the temperature of one of your favorites in your places not just simply your current location!“
Over time
Data as table
| Month | Avg. rating | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-04 | 3.00 | 2 |
| 2025-05 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 2025-06 | 3.50 | 2 |
| 2025-07 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 2025-08 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 2025-10 | 3.50 | 2 |
| 2026-02 | 3.50 | 8 |
| 2026-03 | 3.00 | 7 |
| 2026-04 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 2026-05 | 3.75 | 4 |
| 2026-06 | 4.25 | 4 |
| 2026-07 | 5.00 | 1 |
Sentiment over time
Data as table
| Month | Positive | Neutral | Negative | Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-04 | 0% | 50% | 50% | 2 |
| 2025-05 | 100% | 0% | 0% | 1 |
| 2025-06 | 0% | 50% | 50% | 2 |
| 2025-07 | 0% | 100% | 0% | 1 |
| 2025-08 | 0% | 100% | 0% | 1 |
| 2025-10 | 0% | 50% | 50% | 2 |
| 2026-02 | 38% | 25% | 38% | 8 |
| 2026-03 | 0% | 57% | 43% | 7 |
| 2026-04 | 0% | 0% | 100% | 1 |
| 2026-05 | 75% | 0% | 25% | 4 |
| 2026-06 | 50% | 50% | 0% | 4 |
| 2026-07 | 100% | 0% | 0% | 1 |
Customer voices
Short excerpts - full reviews are available at the original source.
„Unfortunately, nowhere is humidity displayed - neither current nor forecasted.“
„It would be nice if you used the internal sensors of the smartphone to display room temperature“
„A transparent widget would be cool“
„I give one star because the widget doesn't work“
„The lack if widgets is also quite disappointing“
„The widget is useful with forecasts too.“
„I particularly liked the widgets.“
„Similar to online weather, just a bit nicer and especially completely ad-free and totally free.“