Introducing SMS Weather On Demand, a simple alternative to the "credit" system for weather forecasts on ACR Bivy Stick devices. Our service is a pay-as-you-go solution that works on your existing phone—no new hardware or monthly contracts required.
Stop tracking "credits" and only pay for forecasts you need without a monthly fee.
| Feature | SMS Weather On Demand | ACR Bivy Stick |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware Cost | SMS Weather On Demand $0 | ACR Bivy Stick ~$200 to $300 |
| Requirement | SMS Weather On Demand Uses your phone | ACR Bivy Stick Requires Bivy device |
| Monthly Subscription | SMS Weather On Demand $0 | ACR Bivy Stick ~$20 to $60 (3 month contract minimum) |
| Weather Forecast Usage Cost | SMS Weather On Demand Simple Pay-Per-Forecast | ACR Bivy Stick Monthly plan determines how many credits are used |
| Activation Fee | SMS Weather On Demand $0 | ACR Bivy Stick ~$29.99 |
| Free Trial | SMS Weather On Demand Yes | ACR Bivy Stick No |
Competitor pricing and plan details are based on publicly available data in USD and are subject to change. Please verify all details with the provider.
The Bottom Line: The ACR Bivy Stick is a solid device for SOS and satellite messaging but can be complex to use and manage. If you prefer a simple, pay-as-you-go service for weather forecasts without managing "credits" on top of a monthly fee, SMS Weather On Demand unbundled service is a flexible alternative.
Your first weather forecasts are free!
Get a feel for how the app works both online and offline to see the value for yourself. After you've used your initial free requests, you can continue the service and setup your account whenever you are online with our straightforward, usage-based subscription.
The initial setup happens while you're online, so that you're ready to go when you're off the grid.
Create your account and use the "Add to Home Screen" feature to install and run our lightweight progressive web application.
Head out even where there's no internet. As long as you have a capability to send texts, you're covered.
Open the app from your home screen. It uses your GPS location and settings to help prepare a unique text for your forecast request.
Just hit 'send' in your messaging app. You'll get a weather forecast texted back in moments.
Please note: Standard messaging rates from your cellular or satellite carrier will apply for the SMS messages you send and receive. Coverage and Deliverability are also dependent on the cellular/satellite messaging providers you use.
Know if a storm is rolling in before you're exposed on a ridge.
Get forecasts and wind data far from shore.
Access essential weather data from remote airfields and airstrips.
Plan your route with confidence, knowing the conditions ahead.
Stay up-to-date when your home internet is unreliable or down.
Get weather forecasts if messaging services recover faster than data infrastructure in a disaster area.
Get the forecasts you need without the hardware cost or monthly fees. Try SMS Weather On Demand for free today.