Comparison

Rain Radar Pro vs Pocket Radar

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

Head to head
About

Rain Radar Pro

Track precipitation with animated maps and real-time forecasts. Get estimates for rain arrival and view tropical cyclone data. Core features are free, with optional subscriptions for enhanced access.

Highlights
  • Animated precipitation maps
  • Real-time rain arrival estimates
  • Tropical cyclone information
  • Interactive weather map
  • Core radar and map features free
Features
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See where rain is moving with Rain Radar. Explore animated precipitation on an interactive map, follow nearby rain arrival estimates and view tropical cyclone information. The orange Rain Radar app contains no advertising. Core radar and map features remain available without a subscription. Monthly and annual subscriptions are available. The app shows the local price and billing period before purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple Account settings. Weather information is for general planning. Coverage, availability and forecast accuracy vary by location and data source. Privacy Policy: https://www.deluxeware.com/privacy_policy.html Terms of Use: https://www.deluxeware.com/terms_and_conditions.html

About

Pocket Radar

Plan your day with detailed weather forecasts, including temperature, pressure, and wind. Get hourly and 7-day outlooks, plus precipitation maps and air quality information. Stay informed about weather patterns to make the most of your outdoor activities.

Highlights
  • Hourly and 7-day forecasts
  • Temperature and pressure maps
  • Wind speed and direction
  • Precipitation and cloud cover
  • Air quality index
  • Sunrise/sunset times
  • Tropical cyclone tracking
Features
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What will the weather bring today, this evening or over the weekend? Pocket Radar helps you plan ahead with hourly forecasts, temperature, atmospheric pressure, wind and weather maps. A FORECAST FOR YOUR PLANS Check current conditions and feels-like temperature. Explore the next 48 hours or look ahead with a 7-day forecast. Whether you’re heading to work, taking a walk or planning a weekend outdoors, choose a place and see what to expect. TEMPERATURE: KNOW WHAT TO WEAR See how warm the afternoon will feel and how much cooler the evening may become. Compare temperatures across the map to prepare for a trip or choose a comfortable time to head outside. PRESSURE: FOLLOW THE CHANGING WEATHER Check the atmospheric pressure forecast and see how it changes over time. Explore the pressure map for a broader view of weather patterns around your area and farther afield. WIND: PREPARE FOR THE CONDITIONS Check wind speed, direction and expected gusts before you leave. Find a suitable time for a run, a bike ride or a day by the water, with the forecast for the place you choose. RAIN, SNOW AND CLOUDS See where precipitation is expected and how it may move. Check conditions around your town or along your journey to help decide whether to bring an umbrella or adjust your outdoor plans. MORE INFORMATION BEFORE YOU GO • Air quality to help you plan time outdoors. • Humidity and cloud cover for a fuller picture of the weather. • Sunrise and sunset times to make the most of daylight. • Tropical cyclone tracks and thunderstorm outlooks to follow developing weather. • Satellite thermal hotspots for additional information about possible fire activity. WEATHER WITHIN REACH Use Pocket Radar on iPhone and iPad, add Home Screen widgets and check precipitation maps on Apple Watch. On iPad and Duo, view the map and detailed forecast side by side. Open Pocket Radar and prepare for the weather wherever your day takes you. Data and forecast availability vary by region and source. Forecasts and air quality estimates may differ from actual conditions. A satellite thermal hotspot does not confirm a fire. For hazardous conditions, follow official warnings from local authorities.

Screenshots

Rain Radar Pro4 screens
Pocket Radar4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Rain Radar Pro at Free against Pocket Radar's $14.99. Pocket Radar's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs monthly) and review sentiment (75% vs 65%). On rating, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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

Rain Radar Pro is free to download; Pocket Radar costs $14.99 up front. Rain Radar Pro sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Pocket Radar sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Rain Radar Pro against 4.6 for Pocket Radar. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.6K and 1.6K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 65% of Rain Radar Pro's written reviews are positive against 75% of Pocket Radar's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rain Radar Pro ships an update monthly, Pocket Radar every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Rain Radar Pro versus Pocket Radar: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRain Radar ProPocket Radar
PriceFree — better$14.99
Rating4.5 (1.6K ratings)4.6 (1.6K ratings) — better
Positive reviews64.6% of reviews75.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.6K — better1.6K
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS16.616.6
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB87 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperDeluxeWareDmitry Alaev

Customer experience

Rain Radar Pro

All ratings1,633 ratings
Positive89.2%
Neutral5.3%
Negative5.5%
Written reviews353 reviews
Positive64.6%
Neutral9.6%
Negative25.8%

Pocket Radar

All ratings1,611 ratings
Positive91.1%
Neutral5.7%
Negative3.2%
Written reviews412 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral3.2%
Negative21.8%

User reviews

Rain Radar Pro

From 1.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Fantastic weather app
  • 🌍 Detailed weather information
  • 🌤️ Accurate weather forecasts
  • 💻 Visually appealing interface
  • 🌎 Ability to check weather worldwide

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes or freezes
  • 🔍 Inaccurate temperature/weather data
  • 🔍 Limited radar/precipitation information
  • 💰 Requires paid upgrades for full functionality
  • 🗺️ Difficulty changing or adding locations

Pocket Radar

From 1.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Accurate and easy to use
  • 👍 Beautifully designed
  • 🌍 Gorgeous 3D globe view
  • ⏱ Detailed hourly and 14-day forecasts

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connection errors and app not working
  • 💰 Forced to download new subscription-based app
  • 📺 Intrusive ads and pop-ups
  • 🗺 Inaccurate location and weather data

Bugs and requests

Rain Radar Pro

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Connection errors preventing data updates
  • Temperature badge not updating consistently
  • Radar maps not functioning properly
  • Incorrect city/location data in some areas

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add wind speed and direction information
  • Improve radar and precipitation maps
  • Provide more detailed weather insights
  • Allow customization of temperature units
  • Implement a dark mode option

Pocket Radar

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes on launch
  • Incorrect weather forecasts
  • Location services not working properly

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to customize widget
  • Option to display temperature in Celsius and Fahrenheit
  • More detailed weather information (wind, pressure, etc.)

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Rain Radar Pro

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly Premium Access$6.991 Month
  • RainRadar Premium Special Offer3 Months trial$9.991 Month
  • Monthly Premium Access$9.991 Month
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  • Annual Premium Access2 variants$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$79.99
1 purchases

Pocket Radar

One-time1
  • Weather Widget$4.95

Questions

Is Rain Radar Pro free?
Rain Radar Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pocket Radar free?
Pocket Radar costs $14.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Rain Radar Pro or Pocket Radar?
Pocket Radar is rated higher. Rain Radar Pro averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while Pocket Radar averages 4.6 from 1.6K ratings.
Do Rain Radar Pro or Pocket Radar have ads?
Neither Rain Radar Pro nor Pocket Radar shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Rain Radar Pro or Pocket Radar?
Rain Radar Pro ships an update monthly, and Pocket Radar every 3 days. Most recently, Rain Radar Pro was updated on November 6, 2026 and Pocket Radar on November 9, 2026.

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