# Lightning Tracker vs Lightning Tracker My Radar Map

Lightning Tracker and Lightning Tracker My Radar Map both sit at 4.3 stars, but that hides the real split: 76% of Lightning Tracker's written reviews are positive against 17% of Lightning Tracker My Radar Map's. Lightning Tracker also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). Lightning Tracker My Radar Map's advantage is chart position (#191 vs unranked). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Lightning Tracker sells 1 one-off in-app purchase 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 — 4.3 for Lightning Tracker against 4.4 for Lightning Tracker My Radar Map. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 574 and 232 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 76% of Lightning Tracker's written reviews are positive against 17% of Lightning Tracker My Radar Map's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lightning Tracker | Lightning Tracker My Radar Map |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (574 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightning-tracker/id1473753714/reviews) | **[4.4 (232 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightning-tracker-my-radar-map/id6670304902/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **574** | 232 |
| Positive reviews | **75.6% of reviews** | 16.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#191** |
| Size | 127 MB | 132 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Elecont LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/401533969) | [Kain Suite Pte. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1761133001) |

## What reviewers say

### Lightning Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightning-tracker/id1473753714)

Visualize real-time lightning strikes across North and South America on a dynamic map. Receive predictive alerts for strike patterns and intensity, with estimated arrival times for your location. Monitor current and historical lightning activity to stay informed and protected.

**Highlights:** Live lightning map, Real-time strike visualization, Predictive lightning alerts, Estimated time of arrival (ETA) for strikes, Monitor saved locations, 6-hour strike history

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads & Limits | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate and real-time lightning tracking
- 👍 Helpful for safety and planning outdoor activities
- 💡 Useful for weather monitoring and storm tracking
- ⭐ Excellent app overall

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 📢 Intrusive ads in free version
- 🚫 Lack of important features like distance, alerts, and history

**Reported bugs**

- App not detecting lightning strikes even when visible
- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Issues with app updates and functionality changes

**Requested features**

- Add distance/radius information for lightning strikes
- Implement push notifications/alerts for lightning within a certain radius
- Provide historical data and the ability to view past lightning activity
- Improve overall app stability and performance


### 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 Tracker free?

Lightning Tracker 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 Tracker or Lightning Tracker My Radar Map?

Lightning Tracker My Radar Map is rated higher. Lightning Tracker averages 4.3 out of 5 from 574 ratings, while Lightning Tracker My Radar Map averages 4.4 from 232 ratings.

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

Both Lightning Tracker 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.*