# FEMA vs Weather & Radar

The clearest difference is rating: Weather & Radar at 4.7 against FEMA's 3.7. Weather & Radar also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (306K vs 1K). FEMA's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Weather & Radar sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. FEMA asks for nothing beyond the download.

Weather & Radar holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Weather & Radar has 306K ratings behind it against 1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of FEMA's written reviews are positive against 75% of Weather & Radar's.

FEMA ships an update every 2 months, Weather & Radar every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FEMA | Weather & Radar |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fema/id474807486/reviews) | **[4.7 (306K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weather-and-radar/id545993260/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1K | **306K** |
| Positive reviews | 68.9% of reviews | **75.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #22 | **#12** |
| Size | 18 MB | 257 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 18.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)](https://appshunter.io/developer/474807609) | [WetterOnline - Meteorologische Dienstleistungen GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/407957034) |

## What reviewers say

### FEMA

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fema/id474807486)

**Currently charting:** #22 Top Free · Weather (US App Store)

This app provides essential tools and information for disaster preparedness, safety, and recovery. Receive real-time alerts, access guidance on emergency plans and kits, and find information on disaster assistance.

**Highlights:** Real-time weather and emergency alerts, Disaster preparedness guidance, Actionable safety advice, Disaster recovery assistance information, Location-based alerts, Accessibility features

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate and timely weather alerts
- 👍 Helpful preparedness information
- 🚨 Essential for emergency situations
- ⚠️ Valuable real-time updates
- 🗺️ Ability to monitor multiple locations

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔁 Repetitive and excessive notifications
- 🔍 Difficulty finding/accessing alerts
- 🐛 Bugs causing app crashes or issues
- 🤔 Confusing or unintuitive interface
- 🗺️ Limited location tracking capabilities

**Reported bugs**

- Alerts not showing up in the app
- Locations being repeatedly deleted
- Inability to add or update locations
- Notification badge not clearing properly

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Customizable notification settings
- Ability to view past/archived alerts
- Integration with other weather/emergency apps
- Improved mapping and location services


### Weather & Radar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weather-and-radar/id545993260)

**Currently charting:** #12 Top Free · Weather, #116 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Visualize current and future weather conditions with detailed radar maps, including rain, clouds, lightning, and temperature. Plan your day, travel, or outdoor activities with forecasts up to 14 days ahead and receive timely alerts for significant weather changes.

**Highlights:** Live weather radar map, Up to 14-day forecasts, Minute-by-minute short-term changes, Severe weather alerts, Air quality index (AQI), Weather webcams, Home screen widgets

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $1.49 | per month |
| Yearly | $8.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Accurate weather forecasts
- 📊 Detailed weather information
- 🗺️ Comprehensive radar maps
- ⏱️ Timely updates
- 🔍 Localized weather data

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🌐 Location issues and inaccuracies
- 📢 Intrusive ads
- 🔍 Limited customization options
- 🕰️ Slow response times
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes

**Reported bugs**

- Radar map not updating correctly
- Temperature readings not matching other sources
- Notifications not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Ability to change temperature units
- More detailed weather history
- Improved widget functionality
- Better integration with other weather services


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FEMA free?

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

### Is Weather & Radar free?

Weather & Radar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, FEMA or Weather & Radar?

Weather & Radar is rated higher. FEMA averages 3.7 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while Weather & Radar averages 4.7 from 306K ratings.

### Do FEMA or Weather & Radar have ads?

Weather & Radar shows ads; FEMA does not.

### Which is updated more often, FEMA or Weather & Radar?

FEMA ships an update every 2 months, and Weather & Radar every 2 weeks. Most recently, FEMA was updated on November 6, 2026 and Weather & Radar on November 8, 2026.

### Which is more popular, FEMA or Weather & Radar?

FEMA currently peaks at #22 in the App Store charts, and Weather & Radar at #12. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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