# Hurricane Tracker vs Storm Tracker°

The clearest difference is ads: Hurricane Tracker at none against Storm Tracker°'s shown. Hurricane Tracker also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.6) and review sentiment (56% vs 46%). Storm Tracker°'s advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs paid). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hurricane Tracker sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Storm Tracker° sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Hurricane Tracker holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 45K and 82K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of Hurricane Tracker's written reviews are positive against 46% of Storm Tracker°'s.

Hurricane Tracker ships an update monthly, Storm Tracker° every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hurricane Tracker | Storm Tracker° |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (45K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hurricane-tracker/id327193945/reviews)** | [4.6 (82K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storm-tracker/id945662980/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 45K | **82K** |
| Positive reviews | **55.8% of reviews** | 46.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | #105 | **#53** |
| Size | 9 MB | 299 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [EZ Apps, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/303585709) | [Impala Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/1063279743) |

## What reviewers say

### Hurricane Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hurricane-tracker/id327193945)

**Currently charting:** #105 Top Free · Weather (US App Store)

Stay informed about tropical storms with detailed tracking, real-time updates, and expert analysis. Receive push alerts for storm formation and landfall threats, access numerous maps and images, and get audio updates. Make informed decisions with exclusive impact potential maps and comprehensive data.

**Highlights:** Push alerts for storm formation and landfall, 65+ maps and images, Audio updates, Written discussions and analysis, Real-time National Hurricane Center updates, Custom expert graphics, Tropical wave/invest information

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Category 1 Contribution | $0.99 | one-time |
| Category 2 Contribution | $1.99 | one-time |
| Category 3 Contribution | $3.99 | one-time |
| Category 4 Contribution | $5.99 | one-time |
| Category 5 Contribution | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Detailed information
- 🚀 Comprehensive hurricane tracking
- 🚀 Reliable and accurate
- 👍 Useful for hurricane-prone areas
- 👍 Easy to use interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent updates and data
- 🐛 Crashes and performance issues
- 💰 Paywall for premium features
- 👎 Difficult to navigate
- 👎 Lack of customization options

**Reported bugs**

- Outdated information on active storms
- Forced login issues for premium users
- Compatibility problems with newer devices

**Requested features**

- More detailed graphics and maps
- Improved push notifications and alerts
- Ability to save images and data
- Integration with other weather services
- Customizable tracking preferences


### Storm Tracker°

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storm-tracker/id945662980)

**Currently charting:** #53 Top Grossing · Weather, #79 Top Free · Weather (US App Store)

Track severe weather events like storms, tornadoes, and hurricanes with real-time radar and forecasts. Get NOAA alerts for floods and other hazards. Monitor weather patterns up to 10 days in advance.

**Highlights:** Live storm tracking, Doppler radar for rain and snow, NOAA weather warnings and alerts, Hourly and 10-day forecasts, HD quality map, Unlimited locations

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium Subscription | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Full Access for a Week | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Full Access for a Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Limited Time Offer | $9.99 | per year |
| Limited Time Offer | $14.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual full access with no ads | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual full access with no ads | $24.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate weather forecasts
- 🔍 Detailed radar imagery
- 💡 Helpful storm tracking features
- 👍 Easy to use interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔔 Excessive notifications and alerts
- 💰 Paywall for advanced features
- 📺 Intrusive ads
- 🐛 Inaccurate weather data in some areas

**Reported bugs**

- Weather data not updating in real-time
- App crashing or freezing on some devices
- Saved locations not syncing properly

**Requested features**

- Add wind speed indicator
- Improve radar coverage in remote areas
- Provide more customization options
- Offer a one-time purchase option instead of subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hurricane Tracker free?

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

### Is Storm Tracker° free?

Storm Tracker° is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Hurricane Tracker or Storm Tracker°?

Hurricane Tracker is rated higher. Hurricane Tracker averages 4.8 out of 5 from 45K ratings, while Storm Tracker° averages 4.6 from 82K ratings.

### Do Hurricane Tracker or Storm Tracker° have ads?

Storm Tracker° shows ads; Hurricane Tracker does not.

### Which is updated more often, Hurricane Tracker or Storm Tracker°?

Hurricane Tracker ships an update monthly, and Storm Tracker° every 2 months. Most recently, Hurricane Tracker was updated on September 25, 2026 and Storm Tracker° on September 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Hurricane Tracker or Storm Tracker°?

Hurricane Tracker currently peaks at #105 in the App Store charts, and Storm Tracker° at #53. 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.*