Hurricane Tracker US vs NHC Hurricane Tracker
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Hurricane Tracker US
Track hurricanes, tropical storms, and tropical depressions with detailed storm tracks. This app provides weather information and allows manual logging of hurricane and storm data.
- Storm Tracks
- Hurricane Tracks
- Tropical Storm Tracks
- Tropical Depression Tracks
- Weather Information
- Manual Storm Logging
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Main Features: - Storm Tracks -Hurricane Tracks -Tropical Storm Tracks -Tropical Depression Tracks - Weather - Hurricane and storm manually log
NHC Hurricane Tracker
Track hurricanes and tropical storms in real time with live maps, official data, and advanced spaghetti models. Receive instant notifications and access historical storm data to stay informed and prepared for severe weather events.
- Live interactive map of storm paths
- Official NHC and NOAA data
- Spaghetti model visualizations
- Real-time storm notifications
- Historical hurricane database
- Home screen storm tracking widgets
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Worried about tracking the next hurricane? Stay informed and prepared with Cyclo: Hurricane Tracker! Whether you live in a hurricane-prone area or just want to stay updated, our app gives you everything you need to track hurricanes in real time, so you can feel safer and more in control. Using real NHC data, live updates and spaghetti models, you'll always be able to stay ahead of the storm. Key Features: - Live Map: Visualize forecasted paths and advisories, on a live, interactive map. See where the storm is headed and plan ahead! - NHC & NOAA Data: Cyclo: Hurricane Tracker pulls information from trusted sources like the National Hurricane Center (NHC) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), so you’re getting accurate, official updates. Upgrade to Pro for access: - Spaghetti Models: A chart of the paths projected by all models, letting you see the information used by meteorologists to predict the storms. Spaghetti models make Cyclo an advanced hurricane tracker in your pocket. - Real-Time Notifications: Get instant updates on storm advisories and warnings, so you know the latest information as soon as it's available. - Historical Hurricanes: Curious about past hurricanes? Explore a rich database of historical storms and their paths, so you can see how similar events unfolded. A past and present hurricane tracker. - Storm Tracking Widgets: Keep track of real-time storm updates right from your home screen with our customizable widgets. Always know what’s happening without even opening the app. Whether it's a tropical storm, hurricane, or cyclone, Cyclo: Hurricane Tracker helps you stay informed with the latest data. This app is the ultimate solution for anyone looking to stay updated on the latest weather developments—no more constantly refreshing your browser or hunting for spaghetti models! Peace of mind is just a tap away. Download Cyclo: Hurricane Tracker now and stay ahead of the storm! Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: NHC Hurricane Tracker at 4.7 against Hurricane Tracker US's 4.0. NHC Hurricane Tracker also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 11 days vs every 14 months). Hurricane Tracker US's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 18.0). On price and device support 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
Both are free to download. NHC Hurricane Tracker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Hurricane Tracker US asks for nothing beyond the download.
NHC Hurricane Tracker holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NHC Hurricane Tracker has 326 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Hurricane Tracker US ships an update every 14 months, NHC Hurricane Tracker every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Hurricane Tracker US | NHC Hurricane Tracker |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (2 ratings) | 4.7 (326 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 87.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 326 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 14 months | Every 11 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.4 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 30 MB | 82 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Leticia Vila | Glitchbuster Labs, LLC |
Customer experience
Hurricane Tracker US
NHC Hurricane Tracker
Bugs and requests
Hurricane Tracker US
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
NHC Hurricane Tracker
Reported bugs
2 issues- Lifetime perk not working
- Monthly subscription leads directly to payment
Requested features
1 request- Need typhoon tracking
In-app purchases
Hurricane Tracker US
No in-app purchases
NHC Hurricane Tracker
- Hurricane Tracker Pro$4.991 Month
- Hurricane Tracker Pro3 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Lifetime Pro$99.99
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