# WeatherBug vs global storms

The clearest difference is ratings volume: WeatherBug at 2.2M against global storms's 13K. WeatherBug also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and review sentiment (61% vs 42%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. WeatherBug sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and global storms sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

WeatherBug holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WeatherBug has 2.2M ratings behind it against 13K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 61% of WeatherBug's written reviews are positive against 42% of global storms's.

WeatherBug ships an update fortnightly, global storms every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | WeatherBug | global storms |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (2.2M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weatherbug-weather-forecast/id281940292/reviews)** | [4.5 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-storms/id425914352/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.2M** | 13K |
| Positive reviews | **60.7% of reviews** | 42.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#6** | — |
| Size | 237 MB | 81 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [WeatherBug](https://appshunter.io/developer/281940295) | [Kelly Technology Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/393931941) |

## What reviewers say

### WeatherBug

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weatherbug-weather-forecast/id281940292)

**Currently charting:** #6 Top Free · Weather, #27 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Get accurate, real-time weather forecasts and severe storm alerts powered by a global professional weather network. Visualize conditions with interactive maps, track lightning, and stay informed about pollen, air quality, and more.

**Highlights:** Real-Time Pinpoint Forecasts, Enhanced Interactive Map, Severe Weather Alerts, Lightning Proximity Alerts, Pollen Count, Air Quality Information

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Ad Free Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Annual Ad Free Subscription | $10.99 | per year |
| Ad Free Subscription Holiday Promo | $10.99 | per year |
| Premium Annual | $24.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate weather forecasts
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- ⚡️ Reliable lightning and storm tracking
- 📍 Customizable location settings
- 🌤️ Detailed weather information (humidity, UV, air quality)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent data updates
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 🤔 Contradictory weather information between hourly and daily forecasts
- 🗺️ Inaccurate radar and location mapping in some areas
- 💤 Slow app loading times

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup
- Widget functionality issues
- Incorrect location and weather data for some areas

**Requested features**

- Improved radar and storm tracking coverage
- Ability to disable unnecessary notifications
- More accurate and up-to-date weather data
- Metric unit support for international users


### global storms

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-storms/id425914352)

Access real-time severe weather alerts, including hurricanes, typhoons, and tornadoes. View worldwide animated satellite imagery, marine data, and US radar. Track global climate and space weather phenomena.

**Highlights:** Hurricane, typhoon, and tropical storm tracking, Worldwide animated satellite views, Marine weather information, US tornado and thunderstorm alerts, Animated US radar and forecast charts, Global climate and space weather data

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | per month |
| Global Tropical Hazards | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ocean Conditions Forecast | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌐 Accurate weather information
- 📊 Useful satellite imagery and data
- 🔍 Comprehensive hurricane tracking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Difficult to navigate past ads
- ⏱️ Lengthy ads that cannot be skipped
- 🚫 Ads blocking access to content
- 🔋 High battery consumption due to ads

**Reported bugs**

- Ads not closing or loading properly
- Satellite imagery not loading consistently

**Requested features**

- Option to disable ads for a fee
- Improved ad placement and user experience
- Ability to save favorite locations


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WeatherBug free?

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

### Is global storms free?

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

### Which has better reviews, WeatherBug or global storms?

WeatherBug is rated higher. WeatherBug averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.2M ratings, while global storms averages 4.5 from 13K ratings.

### Do WeatherBug or global storms have ads?

Both WeatherBug and global storms show ads.

### Which is updated more often, WeatherBug or global storms?

WeatherBug ships an update fortnightly, and global storms every 3 weeks. Most recently, WeatherBug was updated on October 25, 2026 and global storms on October 25, 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.*