# MyObservatory vs Safety tips

The clearest difference is rating: MyObservatory at 3.1 against Safety tips's 2.1. MyObservatory also leads on review sentiment (40% vs 17%) and device support (4 vs 2). Safety tips's advantage is chart position (#69 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

MyObservatory holds the better App Store score, 3.1 against 2.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 32 and 18 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of MyObservatory's written reviews are positive against 17% of Safety tips's.

MyObservatory ships an update monthly, Safety tips fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | MyObservatory | Safety tips |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.1 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myobservatory/id361319719/reviews)** | [2.1 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/safety-tips/id858357174/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **32** | 18 |
| Positive reviews | **39.8% of reviews** | 16.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | — | **#69** |
| Size | 253 MB | 97 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hong Kong Observatory](https://appshunter.io/developer/355216376) | [RC Solution Co.](https://appshunter.io/developer/398954886) |

## What reviewers say

### MyObservatory

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myobservatory/id361319719)

Access real-time weather data, including temperature, humidity, and wind conditions. View weather photos from nearby stations and receive timely updates on rainfall. Get alerts for weather warnings and special tips.

**Highlights:** Current weather conditions, Weather photos from stations, Rainfall data updates, Weather warning notifications, Location-based rain forecast, Customizable location settings

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Safety tips

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/safety-tips/id858357174)

**Currently charting:** #69 Top Free · Weather (US App Store)

This app provides real-time alerts for various natural disasters and civil protection information in Japan. It supports multiple languages and offers useful resources for foreign tourists, including medical facility listings and emergency contact numbers.

**Highlights:** Real-time disaster alerts (EEW, Tsunami, Volcanic, Weather, Heat illness), Civil Protection Information notifications, Multi-language support (5 languages), Medical institution finder for foreigners, Evacuation advice and shelter information, Emergency contact numbers, Disaster preparedness learning materials

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MyObservatory free?

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

### Is Safety tips free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MyObservatory or Safety tips?

MyObservatory is rated higher. MyObservatory averages 3.1 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while Safety tips averages 2.1 from 18 ratings.

### Do MyObservatory or Safety tips have ads?

Neither MyObservatory nor Safety tips shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MyObservatory or Safety tips?

MyObservatory ships an update monthly, and Safety tips fortnightly. Most recently, MyObservatory was updated on October 23, 2026 and Safety tips on October 23, 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.*