# Lightning Alarm vs Lightning Tracker My Radar Map

Lightning Alarm and Lightning Tracker My Radar Map both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 80% of Lightning Alarm's written reviews are positive against 17% of Lightning Tracker My Radar Map's. Lightning Alarm also leads on ratings volume (889 vs 232). Lightning Tracker My Radar Map's advantage is chart position (#191 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Lightning Alarm sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per year and Lightning Tracker My Radar Map sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Lightning Alarm against 4.4 for Lightning Tracker My Radar Map. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 889 and 232 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 80% of Lightning Alarm's written reviews are positive against 17% of Lightning Tracker My Radar Map's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lightning Alarm | Lightning Tracker My Radar Map |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (889 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightning-alarm/id1015876499/reviews)** | [4.4 (232 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightning-tracker-my-radar-map/id6670304902/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **889** | 232 |
| Positive reviews | **80.5% of reviews** | 16.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#191** |
| Size | 79 MB | 132 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Infoplaza BV](https://appshunter.io/developer/419311197) | [Kain Suite Pte. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1761133001) |

## What reviewers say

### Lightning Alarm

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightning-alarm/id1015876499)

Receive timely notifications about approaching thunderstorms and lightning strikes in your vicinity. This app provides accurate lightning detection and displays real-time information on a map, ensuring safety during outdoor activities.

**Highlights:** Real-time lightning detection, Approaching storm notifications, Lightning distance display, Map view of lightning strikes, Textual storm information, Push message alerts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lightning Alarm Premium | $2.99 | per year |
| 1 month ad free | $0.99 | one-time |
| 3 months ad free | $1.99 | one-time |
| 1 year ad free | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐️ Excellent app
- 👍 Works great
- 🚀 Accurate and precise
- 🔔 Helpful notifications
- 🌩️ Tracks lightning effectively

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes or freezes
- ⚠️ Inaccurate or unreliable
- 🔍 Difficult to set location
- 🔢 Metric units not preferred

**Reported bugs**

- Notifications not working
- Map tiles not loading properly
- App crashing on launch

**Requested features**

- Option to switch between miles and kilometers
- Add multiple locations to track
- Improve map visuals and details
- Customizable alert radius


### Lightning Tracker My Radar Map

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightning-tracker-my-radar-map/id6670304902)

**Currently charting:** #191 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Track lightning strikes in real-time with this app. It provides accurate alerts for nearby lightning and thunderstorms, helping you stay safe outdoors. Monitor global lightning activity and receive instant weather updates.

**Highlights:** Real-time lightning strike map, Predictive thunderstorm tracking, Accurate lightning alerts, Live weather radar, Weather forecasts, Customizable notifications

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Subscription | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lightning Alarm free?

Lightning Alarm is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Lightning Tracker My Radar Map free?

Lightning Tracker My Radar Map is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Lightning Alarm or Lightning Tracker My Radar Map?

Lightning Alarm is rated higher. Lightning Alarm averages 4.5 out of 5 from 889 ratings, while Lightning Tracker My Radar Map averages 4.4 from 232 ratings.

### Do Lightning Alarm or Lightning Tracker My Radar Map have ads?

Both Lightning Alarm and Lightning Tracker My Radar Map show ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*