# RadarScope vs Hail No!

The clearest difference is rating: RadarScope at 4.2 against Hail No!'s 3.1. RadarScope also leads on ratings volume (2.8K vs 14) and chart position (#1 vs #146). Hail No!'s advantage is price ($4.99 vs $9.99) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.6). On review sentiment, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

RadarScope costs $9.99 and Hail No! $4.99 up front. RadarScope sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year and Hail No! sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

RadarScope holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RadarScope has 2.8K ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 51% of RadarScope's written reviews are positive against 44% of Hail No!'s.

RadarScope ships an update monthly, Hail No! every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RadarScope | Hail No! |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **$4.99** |
| Rating | **[4.2 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/radarscope/id288419283/reviews)** | [3.1 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hail-no/id1469253867/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.8K** | 14 |
| Positive reviews | **51.3% of reviews** | 44.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | #146 |
| Size | 310 MB | 41 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Base Velocity, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/288419286) | [Collective Innovation, INC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1469253866) |

## What reviewers say

### RadarScope

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

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Paid · Weather, #10 Top Grossing · Weather, #43 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


### Hail No!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hail-no/id1469253867)

**Currently charting:** #146 Top Paid · Weather (US App Store)

Track hailstorms in real-time and set up custom alerts for your location. This app uses advanced algorithms to provide accurate hail data and notifications, helping you stay safe from severe weather.

**Highlights:** Real-time hail tracking, Real-time hail reports, MRMS Hail Map with 2-minute updates, 24-hour hail map, Radius and size alert options, Push notifications

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO | $4.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RadarScope free?

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

### Is Hail No! free?

Hail No! costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, RadarScope or Hail No!?

RadarScope is rated higher. RadarScope averages 4.2 out of 5 from 2.8K ratings, while Hail No! averages 3.1 from 14 ratings.

### Do RadarScope or Hail No! have ads?

Neither RadarScope nor Hail No! shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, RadarScope or Hail No!?

RadarScope ships an update monthly, and Hail No! every 2 months. Most recently, RadarScope was updated on November 6, 2026 and Hail No! on November 3, 2026.

### Which is more popular, RadarScope or Hail No!?

RadarScope currently peaks at #1 in the App Store charts, and Hail No! at #146. 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.*