Comparison

Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker vs Disaster ID

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

Head to head
About

Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker

Stay informed about seismic and volcanic activity worldwide. Track earthquakes, tsunamis, and eruptions with real-time data from trusted sources. Receive customizable alerts and explore detailed maps and historical data.

Highlights
  • Real-time earthquake alerts
  • Worldwide seismic and volcanic activity tracking
  • Tsunami and volcanic eruption updates
  • Customizable maps, alerts, and filters
  • Historical earthquake data
  • ShakeMap for impact assessment
Features
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Earthquake+ keeps you informed when seismic and volcanic activity occurs. See what’s happening around you and worldwide with fast, reliable data from over 30 trusted sources, including USGS, EMSC, and the Smithsonian Institution. Track earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic activity with powerful maps, alerts, and real-time updates. =================================== FREE VERSION: =================================== - Receive real-time earthquake alerts for up to 20 locations. - See the latest earthquakes and volcanic activity worldwide and near you. - View recent events, seismic time-lapses, and weekly summaries. - Get real-time updates on volcanic eruptions. - View current and historical tsunami bulletins on the map. - Customise maps, alerts, lists, and filters. - Set custom earthquake alert magnitudes to one decimal place. - Explore earthquake history (since 2010) with tectonic and fault data. - Save favourite events and search locations easily. - Share updates via SMS, email, or Facebook. - Access daily summaries through the Home or Today widget. - Visualise data with multiple map layers. - Customise alert sounds so you never miss an event. - Stay informed about air travel disruptions from volcanic activity. =================================== PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION: =================================== - Unlock advanced features for deeper insights and control - Remove all advertisements - Customise alerts with advanced filters and sound options - View earthquakes in 3D with additional map layers - Assess impact instantly with ShakeMap - Track volcanic ash clouds in real time - Create animations of earthquake activity =================================== SUBSCRIPTION INFO: =================================== We offer an auto-renewable Earthquake+ subscription that provides access to Premium features. Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal in your App Store account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when a subscription is purchased. Terms of Use: http://earthquakesapp.com/terms.html

About

Disaster ID

This app helps first responders visually identify and locate individuals during emergencies. It uses color-coded signals to indicate different groups and their status, such as needing medical assistance or being safe. An updated version, Visual 911+, also offers GPS location sharing with family and friends.

Highlights
  • Visual identification for responders
  • Color-coded signals for groups
  • Status indicators (OK/Medical Assistance)
  • GPS location sharing (Visual 911+)
  • Emergency signaling device
Features
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When a disaster has struck during the night or under adverse conditions (ex. blacked out building), activate your Disaster ID app to help responders visually identify/locate you faster. The color code follows: Red = Children Green = Special Needs Blue = Adults Yellow = Service Animals/Pets Steady signal = I’m OK Flashing signal = Need medical assistance Try the updated version of the Disaster ID app called Visual 911+ app. Visual 911+ not only turns your screen into a visual signaling device, but if networks are up an running it also transmits your general GPS location to your family/friends via email when you activate an "Alert" status, including "I'm Safe". For longer lasting visual signaling capability purchase the original Everything/Tactical Lights at TsunamiLights.com . They will last from 4 to 9 days on a solid color selection and 7 to 15 days on a flashing selection. The Everything/Tactical Light have a lock feature that prevents the lights from being inadvertently changed or turned off. Featuring a last selection memory, the Everything/Tactical Light will turn back on the selected color in case power is lost due to shock received by the light. Everything/Tactical Lights are pressure tested to 200 ft. of water and are combat proven. Buy one for each member of your family and empower yourself and your loved ones to help first responders help you and your family. Great back up emergency lights!

Screenshots

Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker4 screens
Disaster ID4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker at 4.7 against Disaster ID's 3.0. Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 21 months) and ratings volume (23K vs 2). Disaster ID's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and review sentiment (100% vs 82%). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

Both are free to download. Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Disaster ID asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker has 23K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 82% of Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker's written reviews are positive against 100% of Disaster ID's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker ships an update monthly, Disaster ID every 21 months. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker versus Disaster ID: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEarthquake+ Alerts & TrackerDisaster ID
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (23K ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews81.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings23K — better2
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 21 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size146 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSlava BaroulineSouthwest Synergistic Solutions LLC

Customer experience

Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker

All ratings22,584 ratings
Positive93.1%
Neutral3.9%
Negative3.0%
Written reviews1,167 reviews
Positive81.9%
Neutral5.2%
Negative12.9%

Disaster ID

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Server connection issues and missing data
  • Duplicate earthquake entries in the list
  • Premium features not working as expected
  • Notifications not triggering for some users

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved accessibility options
  • Earthquake prediction and early warning system
  • Integration with other emergency services
  • Offline mode for areas with poor connectivity
  • More detailed historical earthquake data

Disaster ID

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium Subscription14 Days trial$2.491 Month
  • Annual Premium Subscription14 Days trial$19.491 Year
One-time4
  • Custom AlertsFree
  • Custom FiltersFree
  • Ad Free$2.99
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  • Bonus Pack$2.99
None

Disaster ID

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker free?
Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Disaster ID free?
Disaster ID is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker or Disaster ID?
Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker is rated higher. Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker averages 4.7 out of 5 from 23K ratings, while Disaster ID averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker or Disaster ID have ads?
Neither Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker nor Disaster ID shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker or Disaster ID?
Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker ships an update monthly, and Disaster ID every 21 months. Most recently, Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker was updated on November 12, 2026 and Disaster ID on November 1, 2026.

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