# global storms vs Kahu Ola

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Kahu Ola at none against global storms's 3. Kahu Ola also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. global storms sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Kahu Ola asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | global storms | Kahu Ola |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-storms/id425914352/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 42.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 81 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kelly Technology Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/393931941) | [Long Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1880028367) |

## 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


### Kahu Ola

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kahu-ola/id6759895987)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is global storms free?

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

### Is Kahu Ola free?

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

### Do global storms or Kahu Ola have ads?

global storms shows ads; Kahu Ola does not.

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