Comparison

The Weather Forecast App vs StormLytics

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

The Weather Forecast App

Get hyper-local weather forecasts with detailed hourly and 16-day predictions. Receive severe weather alerts, daily notifications, and access to real-time radar maps. Includes atmospheric data for sun and moon, plus a special feature for photographers.

Highlights
  • Hyper-local weather forecasts
  • Hourly and 16-day predictions
  • Severe weather alerts
  • Real-time radar maps
  • Sun and moon data
  • Photographer's golden hour feature
Features
Currently charting
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The Weather Forecast App is the most accurate weather app you need to navigate any weather conditions such as floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, snow, extreme wind, sun and rain. Get accurate hyper-local weather forecasts whenever and wherever you need them: - Up to 48 hours of detailed hourly data - Up to 16 day forecasts - Severe weather alerts for your current location - Daily notifications that keep you up-to-date with weather changes - Ability to choose the weather app text size according to your preferences and needs The Weather Forecast app has multiple detailed metrics like temperature, humidity, pressure, snow, clouds, rain and wind. It's all present on our main screen, alongside precise real-time 30+ radar layers to choose from. More weather info? No problem! The app also provides atmospheric information about the moon and sun which include sunrise, sunset, moonrise, moonset and moon phases to help with waves, tides and windstorms. Photographers want something more? We have a special feature for photographers so they know when the blue and golden hours start for shooting beautiful photos. All the weather info you need, packaged in a delightfully designed app. ---------------------------------------------- The Weather Forecast Premium App Subscription ---------------------------------------------- Join "The Weather Forecast App Premium Features Club” to get: - Detailed map weather alerts with instructions of how to stay safe for a weather event - Personalize the main screen to see the weather info that is important for you - Immediate detailed hourly forecasts - Immediate detailed daily forecasts - 30+ radar layers - No ads The Weather Forecast App has different subscription plans. Subscription payments are charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period or trial. Subscriptions starting with a trial automatically renew for the indicated price after the trial period ends. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a premium subscription during the trial period. Subscriptions may be managed by you and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after purchase ("Settings" -> "iTunes & App Store" -> "Apple ID" and select "Subscriptions") * Link to Terms of Use: http://theweatherforecastapp.com/pp.html#terms-of-service * Link to Privacy Policy: http://theweatherforecastapp.com/pp.html#privacy-policy

About

StormLytics

Understand weather impacts on your plans with detailed forecasts, radar, and official alerts. Explore advanced features like forecast changes, probability, and outcome ranges for deeper insights. Offers a clear, dark interface with no account required.

Highlights
  • Current conditions, radar, and forecasts
  • Official weather bulletins and alerts
  • Forecast changes and probabilities
  • Extended outlook and planning details
  • Storm, snow, marine, and event weather intelligence
  • Clear, dark interface
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Weather is more useful when you understand what it means for your plans. StormLytics brings current conditions, radar, forecasts, and official weather bulletins together in a clear, dark interface. Check the hours ahead, explore the extended outlook, and open an available alert to see its area, timing, and official text. With StormLytics Plus, go deeper into the forecast: - What Changed: see meaningful shifts between forecast runs. - Odds That Matter: explore forecast probabilities for useful thresholds and time windows. - Possible Outcomes: compare available forecast ranges, rather than relying on one number alone. - Full Forecast Explorer: investigate more forecast detail for planning. - Additional Storm, Snow, Marine, and Event Weather Watch intelligence. No StormLytics account or sign-in is required. Subscribe to Plus through Apple in the app. Available plans, prices, and purchase terms are shown in the app and on the store confirmation screen. Feature availability and weather coverage vary by product and location. Forecasts can change. Always consult current official warnings and local authorities for safety decisions. Apple processes iOS subscription payments. Monthly and annual subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled through Apple. Manage your subscription in your Apple Account settings. Deleting the app does not cancel an Apple subscription. Privacy Policy: https://stormlytics.com/privacy-policy/ Terms and subscription information: https://stormlytics.com/terms/ Apple Standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

The Weather Forecast App4 screens
StormLytics4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: StormLytics at 5.0 against The Weather Forecast App's 4.5. The Weather Forecast App's advantage is ratings volume (51K vs 1) and chart position (#34 vs #196). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. The Weather Forecast App sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and StormLytics sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

StormLytics holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Weather Forecast App has 51K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
The Weather Forecast App versus StormLytics: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe Weather Forecast AppStormLytics
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (51K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews47.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings51K — better1
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank#34 — better#196
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size187 MB59 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPosition Mobile Ltd SEZCJustin Perry

Bugs and requests

The Weather Forecast App

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Blank weather screens
  • Incorrect temperature readings
  • Radar not working as expected

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to cancel subscription easily
  • More granular location-based forecasts
  • Integration with other weather data sources

StormLytics

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

The Weather Forecast App

Subscriptions9
  • Premium Weekly With Trial3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Premium Weekly With Trial3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Premium Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
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  • Weather Premium3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Premium Weekly3 Days trial$7.497 Days
  • Premium Weekly With Trial3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Weather Premium3 Days trial2 variants$9.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly With Trial3 Days trial$11.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly With Trial3 Days trial$39.991 Year
2 purchases

StormLytics

Subscriptions2
  • StormLytics Plus Monthly$4.991 Month
  • StormLytics Plus Annual$39.991 Year

Questions

Is The Weather Forecast App free?
The Weather Forecast App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is StormLytics free?
StormLytics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, The Weather Forecast App or StormLytics?
StormLytics is rated higher. The Weather Forecast App averages 4.5 out of 5 from 51K ratings, while StormLytics averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do The Weather Forecast App or StormLytics have ads?
Neither The Weather Forecast App nor StormLytics shows ads.
Which is more popular, The Weather Forecast App or StormLytics?
The Weather Forecast App currently peaks at #34 in the App Store charts, and StormLytics at #196. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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