Comparison

Hurricane Tracker For iPad vs Rain Radar Pro

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Hurricane Tracker For iPad

Stay informed about tropical storms with detailed tracking, real-time updates, and expert analysis. Receive push alerts for new storms and landfall threats, access over 65 maps, and get in-depth discussions to make informed decisions.

Highlights
  • Push alerts for storm formation and landfall
  • 65+ detailed maps and images
  • Audio updates
  • Expert written discussions and analysis
  • Real-time National Hurricane Center advisories
  • Custom graphics and alert levels
  • Tropical wave and invest information
Features
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14 years of tracking storms on iOS devices! Debuted Aug 2009! Hurricane Tracker for iPad is the most used & most comprehensive tracking iPad app available on any platform. What makes Hurricane Tracker for iPad different from the others in the App Store: • Receive push alerts (by region) when a new storm forms or threatens landfall • 65+ maps/images • Current storm count widget • Audio Updates • In-depth written discussions and analysis from our team • Real-time National Hurricane Center Updates (All NHC advisories & maps) • Custom graphics from our team of experts. Exclusive “Alert Level” & “Impact Potential” maps. Not just basic NHC info. • Share information with friends/family via email, SMS, Facebook & Twitter • Super detailed tropical wave/invest information • Dozens of satellites • Much, much more! There is no other Hurricane tracking app out there that can match the amount of information you get-we guarantee it. Get the information you need to make informed decisions. Just look at our ratings for all versions over 14 years. We charge for our app because it’s not just an automated product, our team is constantly creating graphics & writing detailed discussions. This is our full-time job - keeping you informed. Hurricane Tracker for iPad covers The Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean, Atlantic Ocean & Eastern Pacific. Our app also covers any storms that may affect Hawaii. WHAT ARE THEY SAYING: *Houston Press: "Finally, there is Hurricane Tracker. This app may have the best interface of the bunch, with a sliding set of navigation buttons at the bottom of the screen. This one, unlike either of the others, has audio and video updates" *Email from Customer Scott DeLacy: "With the new maps under Outlook, you have SURPASSED everyone else out there...Hurricane Tracker is now British Virgin Islands Airways' primary tropical data source, No one comes close." *Valued Customer Ray 007: "As good a review as you can give a service!" *Valued Customer Dale Gattis: "I've been using this and Hurricane for the last two years and I have really come to rely on this app exclusively. Excellent!" *iPhone version of Hurricane Tracker is also available as its own app purchase. CONTACT US WITH ANY QUESTIONS: Web: www.hurrtracker.com Email: support@ezappsinc.com Twitter: @hurrtrackerapp (live, real-time updates) *Hurricane Tracker is an extremely data-intensive application. A WiFi or strong cellular signal is recommended for the best experience.

About

Rain Radar Pro

Track precipitation with animated maps and real-time forecasts. Get estimates for rain arrival and view tropical cyclone data. Core features are free, with optional subscriptions for enhanced access.

Highlights
  • Animated precipitation maps
  • Real-time rain arrival estimates
  • Tropical cyclone information
  • Interactive weather map
  • Core radar and map features free
Features
Currently charting
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See where rain is moving with Rain Radar. Explore animated precipitation on an interactive map, follow nearby rain arrival estimates and view tropical cyclone information. The orange Rain Radar app contains no advertising. Core radar and map features remain available without a subscription. Monthly and annual subscriptions are available. The app shows the local price and billing period before purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple Account settings. Weather information is for general planning. Coverage, availability and forecast accuracy vary by location and data source. Privacy Policy: https://www.deluxeware.com/privacy_policy.html Terms of Use: https://www.deluxeware.com/terms_and_conditions.html

Screenshots

Rain Radar Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Hurricane Tracker For iPad at Free against Rain Radar Pro's $12.99. Hurricane Tracker For iPad also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (11K vs 1.6K). Rain Radar Pro's advantage is chart position (#106 vs unranked) and device support (3 vs 1). On review sentiment, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Hurricane Tracker For iPad is free to download; Rain Radar Pro costs $12.99 up front. Hurricane Tracker For iPad sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Rain Radar Pro sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Hurricane Tracker For iPad holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hurricane Tracker For iPad has 11K ratings behind it against 1.6K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Hurricane Tracker For iPad's written reviews are positive against 65% of Rain Radar Pro's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hurricane Tracker For iPad ships an update every 5 weeks, Rain Radar Pro monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Hurricane Tracker For iPad versus Rain Radar Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHurricane Tracker For iPadRain Radar Pro
PriceFree — better$12.99
Rating4.8 (11K ratings) — better4.5 (1.6K ratings)
Positive reviews69.2% of reviews — better64.6% of reviews
Number of ratings11K — better1.6K
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationPaidFreemium — better
Best chart rank—#106 — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB48 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperEZ Apps, Inc.DeluxeWare

Customer experience

Hurricane Tracker For iPad

All ratings11,136 ratings
Positive96.4%
Neutral2.2%
Negative1.4%
Written reviews185 reviews
Positive69.2%
Neutral8.1%
Negative22.7%

Rain Radar Pro

All ratings1,633 ratings
Positive89.2%
Neutral5.3%
Negative5.5%
Written reviews353 reviews
Positive64.6%
Neutral9.6%
Negative25.8%

User reviews

Hurricane Tracker For iPad

From 11K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Comprehensive hurricane information
  • 🌍 Useful for coastal residents
  • 📊 Detailed graphics and data
  • 🔔 Timely alerts and updates
  • 💻 Accessible on multiple devices

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🔍 Cluttered and confusing interface
  • 💰 Aggressive upselling for premium features
  • ⏱️ Slow to update with latest information
  • 🔒 Login and subscription issues

Rain Radar Pro

From 1.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Fantastic weather app
  • 🌍 Detailed weather information
  • 🌤️ Accurate weather forecasts
  • 💻 Visually appealing interface
  • 🌎 Ability to check weather worldwide

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes or freezes
  • 🔍 Inaccurate temperature/weather data
  • 🔍 Limited radar/precipitation information
  • 💰 Requires paid upgrades for full functionality
  • 🗺️ Difficulty changing or adding locations

Bugs and requests

Hurricane Tracker For iPad

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Inability to log in or access premium features
  • Outdated information not being updated promptly
  • Compatibility issues with newer devices and OS versions
  • Frequent crashes and freezes during high-usage periods
  • Push notifications not working as expected

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved user interface and navigation
  • Faster and more reliable updates
  • Better integration with other weather services
  • Ability to customize notifications and alerts
  • Offline access to critical hurricane data

Rain Radar Pro

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Connection errors preventing data updates
  • Temperature badge not updating consistently
  • Radar maps not functioning properly
  • Incorrect city/location data in some areas

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add wind speed and direction information
  • Improve radar and precipitation maps
  • Provide more detailed weather insights
  • Allow customization of temperature units
  • Implement a dark mode option

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Hurricane Tracker For iPad

One-time5
  • Category 1 Contribution$0.99
  • Category 2 Contribution$1.99
  • Category 3 Contribution$3.99
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  • Category 4 Contribution$5.99
  • Category 5 Contribution$9.99
5 purchases

Rain Radar Pro

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly Premium Access$6.991 Month
  • RainRadar Premium Special Offer3 Months trial$9.991 Month
  • Monthly Premium Access$9.991 Month
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  • Annual Premium Access2 variants$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$79.99

Questions

Is Hurricane Tracker For iPad free?
Hurricane Tracker For iPad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Rain Radar Pro free?
Rain Radar Pro costs $12.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Hurricane Tracker For iPad or Rain Radar Pro?
Hurricane Tracker For iPad is rated higher. Hurricane Tracker For iPad averages 4.8 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while Rain Radar Pro averages 4.5 from 1.6K ratings.
Do Hurricane Tracker For iPad or Rain Radar Pro have ads?
Neither Hurricane Tracker For iPad nor Rain Radar Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hurricane Tracker For iPad or Rain Radar Pro?
Hurricane Tracker For iPad ships an update every 5 weeks, and Rain Radar Pro monthly. Most recently, Hurricane Tracker For iPad was updated on November 3, 2026 and Rain Radar Pro on November 1, 2026.

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