# Live Lightning vs Lightning Tracker with Alerts

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Lightning Tracker with Alerts at 100% against Live Lightning's 27%. Lightning Tracker with Alerts also leads on rating (3.8 vs 2.9). Live Lightning's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Lightning Tracker with Alerts sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Live Lightning asks for nothing beyond the download.

Lightning Tracker with Alerts holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 2.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 27% of Live Lightning's written reviews are positive against 100% of Lightning Tracker with Alerts's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Live Lightning | Lightning Tracker with Alerts |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.9 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/live-lightning/id541468577/reviews) | **[3.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightning-tracker-with-alerts/id6744063454/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **10** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 26.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 15 MB | 124 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bertrand Kerautret](https://appshunter.io/developer/540209781) | [Growup Infosoft](https://appshunter.io/developer/1744878568) |

## What reviewers say

### Live Lightning

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/live-lightning/id541468577)

Track real-time lightning strikes across Europe. View current lightning maps and save historical data. Follow lightning evolution with a minimal time delay.

**Highlights:** Real-time lightning display, Europe area coverage, Save lightning history, Reload lightning maps, Near real-time tracking

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works perfectly fine
- 👍 Accurate and up-to-date data
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 No ads
- 👍 Useful for hikers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App not working
- 🐛 Connection errors
- 🐛 Alerts not working
- 🐛 Inaccurate detection
- 🐛 Crashes on open

**Reported bugs**

- Connection loss errors
- Widget disappeared after iOS 18 update
- Alerts not functioning for years
- App doesn't detect lightning even when close
- No notifications received if app is not active

**Requested features**

- Update app for iOS 18 widget
- Implement working alerts/notifications
- Fix connection issues
- Improve accuracy of lightning detection
- Convert times to local time


### Lightning Tracker with Alerts

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightning-tracker-with-alerts/id6744063454)

This app provides real-time lightning detection and storm tracking with an interactive map. Receive instant notifications for approaching storms and view detailed insights like intensity, direction, and distance. Customize map views and save favorite locations for quick access to critical weather data.

**Highlights:** Real-time lightning strike notifications, Storm tracking with accurate data, Interactive map with custom views, Lightning strike videos, Detailed storm insights, Save favorite locations, Global lightning tracking search

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lightning One Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Lightning One Year | $29.99 | per year |
| Lightning 300 Credit | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lightning 700 Credit | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Live Lightning free?

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

### Is Lightning Tracker with Alerts free?

Lightning Tracker with Alerts is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Live Lightning or Lightning Tracker with Alerts?

Lightning Tracker with Alerts is rated higher. Live Lightning averages 2.9 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Lightning Tracker with Alerts averages 3.8 from 5 ratings.

### Do Live Lightning or Lightning Tracker with Alerts have ads?

Lightning Tracker with Alerts shows ads; Live Lightning does not.

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