# RadarScope vs StormClear

The clearest difference is review sentiment: StormClear at 100% against RadarScope's 51%. StormClear also leads on price (Free vs $9.99) and rating (5.0 vs 4.2). RadarScope's advantage is ratings volume (2.8K vs 2) and chart position (#1 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

StormClear is free to download; RadarScope costs $9.99 up front. RadarScope sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year and StormClear sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

StormClear 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 2, 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 100% of StormClear's.

RadarScope ships an update monthly, StormClear daily. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RadarScope | StormClear |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.2 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/radarscope/id288419283/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stormclear/id6806899042/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.8K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 51.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | — |
| Size | 310 MB | 261 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Base Velocity, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/288419286) | [Weather Dudes LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6806899044) |

## What reviewers say

### RadarScope

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

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Paid · Weather, #11 Top Paid, #13 Top Grossing · Weather (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


### StormClear

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stormclear/id6806899042)

Get clear, plain-English weather updates and AI-powered briefings. Understand what's coming, when it will arrive, and what to do about it. Includes official warnings and radar, with options for advanced predictive timing and alerts.

**Highlights:** AI-powered weather briefings, Plain-English explanations, Predictive storm arrival times, Official NWS warnings, NOAA radar, Customizable avatars, Home screen widgets

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| StormClear Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| StormClear Pro Annual | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RadarScope free?

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

### Is StormClear free?

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

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

StormClear is rated higher. RadarScope averages 4.2 out of 5 from 2.8K ratings, while StormClear averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do RadarScope or StormClear have ads?

Neither RadarScope nor StormClear shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, RadarScope or StormClear?

RadarScope ships an update monthly, and StormClear daily. Most recently, RadarScope was updated on October 13, 2026 and StormClear on October 15, 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.*