# AuroraCast vs Aurora Tracker

The clearest difference is rating: Aurora Tracker at 5.0 against AuroraCast's 2.3. Aurora Tracker also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2). AuroraCast's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 16.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AuroraCast sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Aurora Tracker asks for nothing beyond the download.

Aurora Tracker holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AuroraCast | Aurora Tracker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/auroracast-aurora-forecast/id1270592946/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aurora-tracker/id1667950599/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 16.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 112 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dunbar Technology, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1200379778) | [Arseniy Churanov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1659881110) |

## What reviewers say

### AuroraCast

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/auroracast-aurora-forecast/id1270592946)

This app provides detailed aurora forecasts, including KP index, magnetic field data, and cloud cover maps. It also features live webcams, light pollution maps, and customizable alerts to help you find and view the Northern and Southern Lights.

**Highlights:** KP & Magnetic Field Info, Aurora Forecast Graphs, Live Aurora Maps, Light Pollution Map, Cloud Cover Map, Live Webcams, Aurora Alerts, Widgets

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AuroraCast Pro Discounted | $3.99 | one-time |
| AuroraCast Pro | $5.99 | one-time |


### Aurora Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aurora-tracker/id1667950599)

Discover the magic of the Northern Lights with real-time forecasts and an interactive map. Plan your aurora-watching adventures with this intuitive and powerful tool.

**Highlights:** Real-time aurora forecasts, Interactive map, Aurora viewing planning, Intuitive design, Accurate predictions

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AuroraCast free?

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

### Is Aurora Tracker free?

Aurora Tracker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, AuroraCast or Aurora Tracker?

Aurora Tracker is rated higher. AuroraCast averages 2.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Aurora Tracker averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do AuroraCast or Aurora Tracker have ads?

Neither AuroraCast nor Aurora Tracker shows 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.*