# RadarScope vs My Lightning Tracker Pro

The clearest difference is rating: My Lightning Tracker Pro at 4.8 against RadarScope's 4.2. My Lightning Tracker Pro also leads on review sentiment (81% vs 51%) and price ($4.99 vs $9.99). RadarScope's advantage is chart position (#1 vs #3). On ratings volume, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

RadarScope costs $9.99 and My Lightning Tracker Pro $4.99 up front. RadarScope sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year and My Lightning Tracker Pro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

My Lightning Tracker Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.7K and 6K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 51% of RadarScope's written reviews are positive against 81% of My Lightning Tracker Pro's.

RadarScope ships an update monthly, My Lightning Tracker Pro every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | RadarScope | My Lightning Tracker Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **$4.99** |
| Rating | [4.2 (2.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/radarscope/id288419283/reviews) | **[4.8 (6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-lightning-tracker-pro/id1175031995/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2.7K | **6K** |
| Positive reviews | 51.0% of reviews | **80.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | #3 |
| Size | 310 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Vision Pro |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Base Velocity, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/288419286) | [JRustonApps B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/549019599) |

## What reviewers say

### RadarScope

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/radarscope/id288419283)

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Paid · Weather, #10 Top Grossing · Weather, #14 Top Paid (US App Store)

Visualize professional-grade weather radar data with advanced tools for meteorologists, storm spotters, and enthusiasts. Access real-time radar information, severe weather alerts, and historical data with optional subscription tiers for enhanced capabilities.

**Highlights:** Single-site radar data visualization, Severe weather alerts and warnings, NWS-generated storm tracks, Historical radar data archive, GOES satellite products, Multi-Radar Multi-Sensor products

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Tier 1 | $9.99 | per year |
| Pro Tier 2 | $14.99 | per month |
| Pro Tier 2 | $99.99 | per year |
| RadarScope Pro Subscription | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent radar app
- 🔍 Detailed radar data and features
- ⚡ Lightning detection
- 📍 Accurate location tracking
- 🌪️ Helpful for storm tracking and chasing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive with additional subscription fees
- 🗺️ Limited map details without subscription
- 🕰️ Radar data can be delayed
- 🇨🇦 Limited support for Canadian users
- 🤔 Steep learning curve for novice users

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription issues and failed purchases
- Inconsistent radar updates and connectivity problems
- Apple Watch app limitations and bugs

**Requested features**

- Winter weather advisories and precipitation coloring
- Ability to view multiple radars simultaneously
- More detailed road maps
- Archived radar data access
- Customizable alert colors and notifications


### My Lightning Tracker Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-lightning-tracker-pro/id1175031995)

**Currently charting:** #3 Top Paid · Weather, #153 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Monitor global lightning strikes in near real-time with detailed maps and historical data. Receive timely alerts for nearby storms and share strike information with friends. Track weather radar for incoming conditions.

**Highlights:** Global lightning strike detection, Real-time storm monitoring, Lightning strike history, Detailed map view, Proximity storm alerts, Weather radar integration, Strike sharing

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buy us a coffee | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⚡ Accurate lightning tracking
- 📍 Pinpoints lightning strike locations
- 🔔 Helpful notifications
- 🌧️ Useful radar overlay
- 🔍 Detailed information on strikes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🕰️ Delayed notifications
- 🗺️ Inaccurate mapping of strikes
- 🔍 Difficulty adjusting detection radius
- 💤 Slow radar updates
- 🔴 Persistent issues with free version

**Reported bugs**

- Radar not loading properly
- Notifications not working as expected
- Crashes or freezes on certain devices

**Requested features**

- Add option to view strike history
- Improve Apple Watch integration
- Implement real-time strike tracking
- Add weather radar animation/time-lapse
- Provide more customization options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RadarScope free?

RadarScope costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is My Lightning Tracker Pro free?

My Lightning Tracker Pro costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, RadarScope or My Lightning Tracker Pro?

My Lightning Tracker Pro is rated higher. RadarScope averages 4.2 out of 5 from 2.7K ratings, while My Lightning Tracker Pro averages 4.8 from 6K ratings.

### Do RadarScope or My Lightning Tracker Pro have ads?

Neither RadarScope nor My Lightning Tracker Pro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, RadarScope or My Lightning Tracker Pro?

RadarScope ships an update monthly, and My Lightning Tracker Pro every 3 weeks. Most recently, RadarScope was updated on September 25, 2026 and My Lightning Tracker Pro on September 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, RadarScope or My Lightning Tracker Pro?

RadarScope currently peaks at #1 in the App Store charts, and My Lightning Tracker Pro at #3. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*