# Cloud Point vs Cloud Identifier

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cloud Point at 67% against Cloud Identifier's 0%. Cloud Point also leads on rating (4.7 vs 1.0) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). Cloud Identifier's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cloud Point sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Cloud Identifier sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Cloud Point holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cloud Point has 44 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Cloud Point's written reviews are positive against 0% of Cloud Identifier's.

Cloud Point ships an update fortnightly, Cloud Identifier every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cloud Point | Cloud Identifier |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (44 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloud-point-cloud-identifier/id6480587789/reviews)** | [1.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloud-identifier/id6737172770/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **44** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | **66.7% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#186** | — |
| Size | 114 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.5 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Laurence Wayne](https://appshunter.io/developer/1739552943) | [Asil Arslan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1495845191) |

## What reviewers say

### Cloud Point

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloud-point-cloud-identifier/id6480587789)

**Currently charting:** #186 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Identify cloud types instantly by taking a photo. Learn about weather patterns, capture stunning sky photography, and connect with a global community of sky enthusiasts. Turn everyday moments into mindful sky-watching experiences.

**Highlights:** Instant cloud identification via photo, Sky and cloud photography, Learn about cloud types and weather, Join a cloud-spotting community, Document atmospheric moments, Mindful sky-watching experiences

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium Subscription | $24.99 | per year |


### Cloud Identifier

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloud-identifier/id6737172770)

Identify cloud types by taking a photo of the sky. Learn about their formations, weather implications, and track patterns. This app offers insights for enthusiasts, students, and the curious.

**Highlights:** AI-powered cloud identification, Learn cloud formations and weather implications, Track weather patterns, Detailed cloud history, Save and track cloud photos, Ad-free experience

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3-Day Trial | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Plan | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cloud Point free?

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

### Is Cloud Identifier free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Cloud Point or Cloud Identifier?

Cloud Point is rated higher. Cloud Point averages 4.7 out of 5 from 44 ratings, while Cloud Identifier averages 1.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Cloud Point or Cloud Identifier have ads?

Cloud Point shows ads; Cloud Identifier does not.

### Which is updated more often, Cloud Point or Cloud Identifier?

Cloud Point ships an update fortnightly, and Cloud Identifier every 2 months. Most recently, Cloud Point was updated on September 10, 2026 and Cloud Identifier on September 14, 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.*