# RadarScope vs StormSITREP

The clearest difference is price: StormSITREP at Free against RadarScope's $9.99. StormSITREP also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.2) and in-app purchases (none vs 4). RadarScope's advantage is ratings volume (2.8K vs 1) and chart position (#2 vs unranked). On ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

StormSITREP is free to download; RadarScope costs $9.99 up front. RadarScope sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. StormSITREP asks for nothing beyond the download.

StormSITREP holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RadarScope has 2.8K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | RadarScope | StormSITREP |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.2 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/radarscope/id288419283/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stormsitrep/id6802048740/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.8K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 51.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#2** | — |
| Size | 310 MB | 80 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **16.4** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Base Velocity, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/288419286) | [JUSTIN MICHAEL BACON](https://appshunter.io/developer/6802048742) |

## What reviewers say

### RadarScope

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

**Currently charting:** #2 Top Paid · Weather, #13 Top Grossing · Weather, #48 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


### StormSITREP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stormsitrep/id6802048740)

Get real-time storm information, severe weather alerts, and detailed radar analysis. This app helps you track developing storms, understand their structure, and stay prepared for changing weather conditions.

**Highlights:** Real-time storm information, Severe weather updates, Radar analysis, Cloud identification, Storm structure analysis, Meteorology education, Live location tracking

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RadarScope free?

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

### Is StormSITREP free?

StormSITREP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, RadarScope or StormSITREP?

StormSITREP is rated higher. RadarScope averages 4.2 out of 5 from 2.8K ratings, while StormSITREP averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do RadarScope or StormSITREP have ads?

Neither RadarScope nor StormSITREP shows ads.

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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.*