# global storms vs Cyclono

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cyclono at 68% against global storms's 42%. global storms's advantage is ratings volume (13K vs 26) and rating (4.5 vs 4.2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. global storms sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Cyclono sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

global storms holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: global storms has 13K ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 42% of global storms's written reviews are positive against 68% of Cyclono'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, Cyclono every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | global storms | Cyclono |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-storms/id425914352/reviews)** | [4.2 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cyclono-wind-forecast/id864012257/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 26 |
| Positive reviews | 42.1% of reviews | **67.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 81 MB | 62 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kelly Technology Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/393931941) | [Ilya Ostashkov](https://appshunter.io/developer/864012260) |

## 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


### Cyclono

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cyclono-wind-forecast/id864012257)

Get accurate 48-hour wind forecasts for thousands of marine spots globally. Measure real wind speed using your smartphone's microphone and receive smart alerts for optimal conditions. Plan your next water sport adventure with detailed wind data.

**Highlights:** Real-time wind speed measurement via smartphone microphone, 48-hour accurate wind speed and direction forecast, Global map of thousands of marine and surf spots, Customizable wind strength alerts, Save favorite spots, Air temperature and weather conditions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cyclono - Monthly subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Cyclono - Annual subscription | $13.99 | per year |
| Cyclono - Add your spot | $6.99 | one-time |
| Cyclono Pro - Forever | $33.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is global storms free?

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

### Is Cyclono free?

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

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

global storms is rated higher. global storms averages 4.5 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Cyclono averages 4.2 from 26 ratings.

### Do global storms or Cyclono have ads?

Both global storms and Cyclono show ads.

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

global storms ships an update every 3 weeks, and Cyclono every 2 months. Most recently, global storms was updated on October 17, 2026 and Cyclono on October 17, 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.*