# global storms vs Global

The clearest difference is ratings volume: global storms at 13K against Global's 51. global storms also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). Global's advantage is review sentiment (59% vs 42%). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. global storms sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Global sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

global storms holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: global storms has 13K ratings behind it against 51, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 42% of global storms's written reviews are positive against 59% of Global's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

global storms ships an update every 3 weeks, Global every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | global storms | Global |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-storms/id425914352/reviews)** | [4.4 (51 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-weather/id639323743/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 51 |
| Positive reviews | 42.1% of reviews | **58.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 81 MB | 71 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kelly Technology Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/393931941) | [Best Search Infobrokerage, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/417401890) |

## What reviewers say

### global storms

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-storms/id425914352)

Access real-time severe weather alerts, including hurricanes, typhoons, and tornadoes. View worldwide animated satellite imagery, marine data, and US radar. Track global climate and space weather phenomena.

**Highlights:** Hurricane, typhoon, and tropical storm tracking, Worldwide animated satellite views, Marine weather information, US tornado and thunderstorm alerts, Animated US radar and forecast charts, Global climate and space weather data

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | per month |
| Global Tropical Hazards | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ocean Conditions Forecast | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌐 Accurate weather information
- 📊 Useful satellite imagery and data
- 🔍 Comprehensive hurricane tracking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Difficult to navigate past ads
- ⏱️ Lengthy ads that cannot be skipped
- 🚫 Ads blocking access to content
- 🔋 High battery consumption due to ads

**Reported bugs**

- Ads not closing or loading properly
- Satellite imagery not loading consistently

**Requested features**

- Option to disable ads for a fee
- Improved ad placement and user experience
- Ability to save favorite locations


### Global

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-weather/id639323743)

Get instant weather forecasts by tapping anywhere on a world map. Customize your screen with personal photos and explore global cloud formations from space. Search for cities and airports worldwide, and view both analog and digital clocks.

**Highlights:** Tap map for instant forecasts, Customizable personal screens, Global cloud formation view, City and airport search, Analog and digital world clock, GPS privacy protection

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Extended Forecast | $1.49 | per year |
| GLOBAL WEATHER No Ads | $1.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is global storms free?

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

### Is Global free?

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

### Which has better reviews, global storms or Global?

global storms is rated higher. global storms averages 4.5 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Global averages 4.4 from 51 ratings.

### Do global storms or Global have ads?

Both global storms and Global show ads.

### Which is updated more often, global storms or Global?

global storms ships an update every 3 weeks, and Global every 3 months. Most recently, global storms was updated on October 28, 2026 and Global 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.*