# DeerCast vs SpaceWeatherLive

The clearest difference is rating: DeerCast at 4.5 against SpaceWeatherLive's 4.0. DeerCast also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). SpaceWeatherLive's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DeerCast sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year and SpaceWeatherLive sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DeerCast holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DeerCast has 6.8K ratings behind it against 189, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of DeerCast's written reviews are positive against 54% of SpaceWeatherLive's.

DeerCast ships an update every 3 weeks, SpaceWeatherLive every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DeerCast | SpaceWeatherLive |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (6.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deercast-prep-predict-pursue/id1425879996/reviews)** | [4.0 (189 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spaceweatherlive/id1435501021/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6.8K** | 189 |
| Positive reviews | **62.9% of reviews** | 53.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#9** | — |
| Size | 173 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [GSM Outdoors](https://appshunter.io/developer/1813997223) | [Parsec vzw](https://appshunter.io/developer/1435501020) |

## What reviewers say

### DeerCast

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deercast-prep-predict-pursue/id1425879996)

**Currently charting:** #9 Top Grossing · Weather, #31 Top Free · Weather (US App Store)

This app provides hourly whitetail deer movement predictions based on weather data. It offers advanced weather forecasts, GPS mapping tools for hunters, and a community forum for sharing hunting experiences and advice.

**Highlights:** Hourly deer movement predictions, Advanced weather forecasts, GPS mapping tools, Property line and hunting land maps, Anatomical deer tracking advice, Hunting articles and community forum

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DeerCast Pro | $9.99 | per year |
| DeerCast Elite | $29.99 | per year |
| DeerCast Elite + | $49.99 | per year |
| DeerCast Unlimited | $74.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Accurate deer movement predictions
- 🚀 Comprehensive hunting data in one app
- 💡 Helpful features like wind check and shot tracker
- 🔍 Customizable to local hunting areas
- 📽️ Informative videos and content from experts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔍 Inaccurate predictions for some regions
- 🤔 Inconsistent performance and updates
- 🚫 Not available for Canadian users
- 🔍 Deer movement not always matching predictions

**Reported bugs**

- Screens freezing or crashing when using certain features
- Incorrect sunrise/sunset times and moon phase information
- Deer movement predictions changing unexpectedly throughout the day

**Requested features**

- Ability to view forecast more than 5 days in advance
- Option to switch between Celsius and Fahrenheit
- More detailed historical weather and deer movement data
- Improved app stability and performance


### SpaceWeatherLive

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spaceweatherlive/id1435501021)

Track aurora and solar activity in real-time with detailed forecasts and historical data. Receive customizable push notifications for significant space weather events. Explore an extensive archive and learn from expert reports.

**Highlights:** Aurora and solar activity tracking, Real-time forecasts, Push notifications for space weather events, Dark mode for night use, Detailed graphs and reports, Extensive historical data archive, Beginner-friendly explanations

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ad-free - monthly package | $0.99 | per month |
| Ad-free - half-yearly package | $5.49 | per 6 months |
| Ad-free - yearly package | $9.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent space weather information
- 🔍 Detailed and informative data
- 📚 Helpful tutorials and explanations
- 🌍 Useful for aurora chasers and enthusiasts
- 🤖 Comprehensive data from various sources

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Overwhelming amount of information
- 🔔 Too many notifications/alerts
- 💰 Ads becoming too intrusive
- 🔌 Notifications not always working
- 🤔 Confusing navigation at times

**Reported bugs**

- Video links not working
- Alerts disappearing after opening the app
- Inconsistent performance after updates
- Notification count not clearing properly

**Requested features**

- Customizable notification settings
- Dark mode option
- Location-based alerts
- Ability to track solar activity trends
- Integration with other weather/astronomy apps


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DeerCast free?

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

### Is SpaceWeatherLive free?

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

### Which has better reviews, DeerCast or SpaceWeatherLive?

DeerCast is rated higher. DeerCast averages 4.5 out of 5 from 6.8K ratings, while SpaceWeatherLive averages 4.0 from 189 ratings.

### Do DeerCast or SpaceWeatherLive have ads?

SpaceWeatherLive shows ads; DeerCast does not.

### Which is updated more often, DeerCast or SpaceWeatherLive?

DeerCast ships an update every 3 weeks, and SpaceWeatherLive every 4 months. Most recently, DeerCast was updated on September 25, 2026 and SpaceWeatherLive on September 23, 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.*