As the first tropical storm of the season spun up off the coast, I decided to give the Vaavud Wind Meter a whirl. Finding and installing the app was quick and easy in iTunes as well as Google Play. With the wind meter plugged into my smartphone’s headphone jack and the app running I was able to get real-time information and compare it to other Vaavud users that logged results nearby. In addition to providing accurate data, the small form factor makes the wind meter easy to carry. All in all, the Vaavud Wind Meter is an easy-to-use tool for any boater checking the weather before hitting the water. vaavud.com, $50.00
