Comparison

Radar Mobile vs Cloud Cover USA 2i

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

Head to head
About

Radar Mobile

Visualize U.S. weather radar with high-resolution maps and advanced features. Analyze reflectivity and wind data simultaneously, view topography, and track storm movements with detailed overlays. Supports dual-polarization radar products for advanced weather analysis.

Highlights
  • High-resolution U.S. weather radar mapping
  • Dual-panel display for simultaneous data analysis
  • Reflectivity smoothing and mosaic
  • Topography and population density overlays
  • Dual-polarization radar product support
  • GPS enabled location relative to storms
Features
Currently charting
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Explore weather in detail with Radar Mobile. Compare radar products side by side, follow storms through animated loops, and see the bigger picture with a national radar mosaic. Built for weather enthusiasts, storm spotters, and meteorologists, Radar Mobile brings NEXRAD Level 3 radar to iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. Your purchase includes core NEXRAD radar features without a separate data subscription. Optional AllisonHouse overlays require a separate paid subscription and are not included in the app purchase. Spotter Network features require a Spotter Network account. SEE TWO PRODUCTS AT ONCE Compare reflectivity and velocity in the dual-panel display, or pair other radar products to examine a storm from different perspectives. On iPhone and iPad, use a two-finger swipe to switch between dual-panel and single-panel views. LOOK BEYOND REFLECTIVITY Explore radar products including: • Base reflectivity and velocity at multiple elevation angles • Storm-relative velocity with user-selectable storm motion • Differential reflectivity, correlation coefficient, and specific differential phase • Hydrometeor classification • Echo tops and vertically integrated liquid • Storm total rainfall accumulation Use the national reflectivity mosaic to find areas of precipitation, then select an individual radar for a closer look. Product availability depends on the radar site and data source. FOLLOW CHANGING CONDITIONS Animate radar scans to watch precipitation develop and move. Display National Weather Service tornado, severe thunderstorm, and flash flood warnings alongside radar. On iPhone and iPad, tap a warning to read its details and use location services to show your position on the map. MAKE THE DISPLAY YOUR OWN • Customize radar color maps • Smooth reflectivity for a softer display • Hide or gray out reflectivity below a selected threshold • Add geographic context with map overlays • Pan and pinch to zoom on iPhone and iPad OPTIONAL CONNECTED SERVICES With a separate compatible Weather Pulse subscription, add lightning, radar storm tracks, tropical cyclone data, watch boxes, and mesoscale discussions. These services require your own Weather Pulse credentials; their subscription cost is additional to the app purchase. Connect a Spotter Network account to display spotter positions and reports. Radar Mobile displays NEXRAD Level 3 products. It does not include a Level II radar viewer. An internet connection is required to download weather data. Location access is optional. Controls and available features vary by platform.

About

Cloud Cover USA 2i

Visualize current and historical cloud cover data across the USA, Mexico, and Canada. This application provides a clear view of atmospheric conditions over North America.

Highlights
  • View current cloud cover
  • View past cloud cover
  • Covers USA, Mexico, and Canada
  • Data visualization
Features
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View the current and past cloud cover for various periods over USA, Mexico and Canada.

Screenshots

Radar Mobile4 screens
Cloud Cover USA 2i4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Cloud Cover USA 2i at $2.99 against Radar Mobile's $12.99. Cloud Cover USA 2i also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 4 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.3 vs 26.0). Radar Mobile's advantage is chart position (#147 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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

Radar Mobile costs $12.99 and Cloud Cover USA 2i $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Radar Mobile ships an update every 4 weeks, Cloud Cover USA 2i daily. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Radar Mobile versus Cloud Cover USA 2i: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRadar MobileCloud Cover USA 2i
Price$12.99$2.99 — better
Rating—2.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank#147 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TViPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS26.015.3 — better
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWeatherWary LLCChristopher Day Athanas

Customer experience

Radar Mobile

Written reviews38 reviews
Positive60.5%
Neutral13.2%
Negative26.3%

Cloud Cover USA 2i

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Radar Mobile

No in-app purchases

None

Cloud Cover USA 2i

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Radar Mobile free?
Radar Mobile costs $12.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cloud Cover USA 2i free?
Cloud Cover USA 2i costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Radar Mobile or Cloud Cover USA 2i have ads?
Neither Radar Mobile nor Cloud Cover USA 2i shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Radar Mobile or Cloud Cover USA 2i?
Radar Mobile ships an update every 4 weeks, and Cloud Cover USA 2i daily. Most recently, Radar Mobile was updated on November 6, 2026 and Cloud Cover USA 2i on November 4, 2026.

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