# CloudSpotter vs Cloud Identifier

The clearest difference is review sentiment: CloudSpotter at 49% against Cloud Identifier's 0%. CloudSpotter also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and chart position (#163 vs unranked). Cloud Identifier's advantage is rating (4.4 vs 3.8) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CloudSpotter sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Cloud Identifier sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Cloud Identifier holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 36 and 21 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 49% of CloudSpotter's written reviews are positive against 0% of Cloud Identifier's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

CloudSpotter ships an update every 3 weeks, Cloud Identifier weekly. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | CloudSpotter | Cloud Identifier |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (36 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloudspotter/id1314437708/reviews) | **[4.4 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloud-identifier-scanner/id6642709811/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **36** | 21 |
| Positive reviews | **48.7% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#163** | — |
| Size | 66 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cloud Appreciation Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1039373550) | [Rick-y Media](https://appshunter.io/developer/1439554319) |

## What reviewers say

### CloudSpotter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloudspotter/id1314437708)

**Currently charting:** #163 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Explore the sky and identify 58 cloud formations and optical effects with expert insights and user-submitted photos. Build your personal cloud collection and get community feedback on your spottings.

**Highlights:** Identify 58 cloud formations and optical effects, Expert text from the Cloud Appreciation Society, Build a personal collection of spottings, Community verification of spottings, View new spottings from users worldwide, Access 'Cloud-a-Days' with curated content

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CAS Membership (Monthly) | $3.99 | per month |
| CAS Membership (Annual) | $39.99 | per year |


### Cloud Identifier

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloud-identifier-scanner/id6642709811)

Identify cloud types instantly by taking a photo. Learn fascinating facts about their formation, weather implications, and typical locations. This user-friendly app connects you with the environment through AI-powered sky exploration.

**Highlights:** Instant cloud identification via photo, Fascinating cloud facts and details, User-friendly interface, Educational meteorology tool, AI-powered sky exploration

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Cloud Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Cloud Yearly | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CloudSpotter free?

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

### Is Cloud Identifier free?

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

### Which has better reviews, CloudSpotter or Cloud Identifier?

Cloud Identifier is rated higher. CloudSpotter averages 3.8 out of 5 from 36 ratings, while Cloud Identifier averages 4.4 from 21 ratings.

### Do CloudSpotter or Cloud Identifier have ads?

Neither CloudSpotter nor Cloud Identifier shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, CloudSpotter or Cloud Identifier?

CloudSpotter ships an update every 3 weeks, and Cloud Identifier weekly. Most recently, CloudSpotter was updated on November 4, 2026 and Cloud Identifier on November 4, 2026.

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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.*