# Weather Scope vs Cloud Identifier

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Weather Scope at 51% against Cloud Identifier's 0%. Weather Scope also leads on rating (4.7 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (2.5K vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Weather Scope sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Cloud Identifier sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Weather Scope holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Weather Scope has 2.5K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 51% of Weather Scope's written reviews are positive against 0% of Cloud Identifier's.

Weather Scope ships an update every 5 weeks, Cloud Identifier every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Weather Scope | Cloud Identifier |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (2.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weather-scope-noaa-radar-live/id1644911162/reviews)** | [1.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloud-identifier/id6737172770/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.5K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | **51.4% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#152** | — |
| Size | 87 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.5 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Aviator Assistant LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1537443093) | [Asil Arslan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1495845191) |

## What reviewers say

### Weather Scope

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weather-scope-noaa-radar-live/id1644911162)

**Currently charting:** #152 Top Free · Weather (US App Store)

Access detailed weather tracking powered by NOAA data. Get real-time updates, forecasts up to 10 days, and alerts for precipitation, lightning, and hurricanes. Features include air quality monitoring and aviation tracking.

**Highlights:** Real-time NOAA weather radar, 10-day forecasts, Minute-by-minute precipitation forecast, Hurricane tracking, Lightning and NWS alerts, Air quality monitoring, Aviation tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Features | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Features Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Features | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Features | $34.99 | per year |
| Premium Features Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Features | Free | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Speedier performance
- 🔍 Accurate weather forecasts
- 🌟 Excellent features
- 💻 Intuitive interface
- 🌐 Comprehensive data and overlays

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Issues with premium subscription activation
- 🔍 Radar data not always up-to-date
- 🌡️ Inaccurate temperature descriptions
- 📱 Drains battery quickly
- 🗺️ Difficulty setting home location

**Reported bugs**

- Premium features not unlocking correctly
- Hourly forecast redirecting to paywall
- App UI shifting and displaying black bar
- Incorrect day/date display
- Notifications for distant locations

**Requested features**

- Share severe weather warnings to SMS/email
- Large font size options
- Celsius/metric units support
- Home screen widgets
- Ability to track multiple locations


### Cloud Identifier

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloud-identifier/id6737172770)

Identify cloud types by taking a photo of the sky. Learn about their formations, weather implications, and track patterns. This app offers insights for enthusiasts, students, and the curious.

**Highlights:** AI-powered cloud identification, Learn cloud formations and weather implications, Track weather patterns, Detailed cloud history, Save and track cloud photos, Ad-free experience

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3-Day Trial | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Plan | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Weather Scope free?

Weather Scope 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, Weather Scope or Cloud Identifier?

Weather Scope is rated higher. Weather Scope averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.5K ratings, while Cloud Identifier averages 1.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Weather Scope or Cloud Identifier have ads?

Neither Weather Scope nor Cloud Identifier shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Weather Scope or Cloud Identifier?

Weather Scope ships an update every 5 weeks, and Cloud Identifier every 2 months. Most recently, Weather Scope was updated on October 30, 2026 and Cloud Identifier on October 30, 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.*