Comparison

NHC Hurricane Tracker vs StormPrepared

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

Head to head
About

NHC Hurricane Tracker

Track hurricanes and tropical storms in real time with live maps, official data, and advanced spaghetti models. Receive instant notifications and access historical storm data to stay informed and prepared for severe weather events.

Highlights
  • Live interactive map of storm paths
  • Official NHC and NOAA data
  • Spaghetti model visualizations
  • Real-time storm notifications
  • Historical hurricane database
  • Home screen storm tracking widgets
Features
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Worried about tracking the next hurricane? Stay informed and prepared with Cyclo: Hurricane Tracker! Whether you live in a hurricane-prone area or just want to stay updated, our app gives you everything you need to track hurricanes in real time, so you can feel safer and more in control. Using real NHC data, live updates and spaghetti models, you'll always be able to stay ahead of the storm. Key Features: - Live Map: Visualize forecasted paths and advisories, on a live, interactive map. See where the storm is headed and plan ahead! - NHC & NOAA Data: Cyclo: Hurricane Tracker pulls information from trusted sources like the National Hurricane Center (NHC) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), so you’re getting accurate, official updates. Upgrade to Pro for access: - Spaghetti Models: A chart of the paths projected by all models, letting you see the information used by meteorologists to predict the storms. Spaghetti models make Cyclo an advanced hurricane tracker in your pocket. - Real-Time Notifications: Get instant updates on storm advisories and warnings, so you know the latest information as soon as it's available. - Historical Hurricanes: Curious about past hurricanes? Explore a rich database of historical storms and their paths, so you can see how similar events unfolded. A past and present hurricane tracker. - Storm Tracking Widgets: Keep track of real-time storm updates right from your home screen with our customizable widgets. Always know what’s happening without even opening the app. Whether it's a tropical storm, hurricane, or cyclone, Cyclo: Hurricane Tracker helps you stay informed with the latest data. This app is the ultimate solution for anyone looking to stay updated on the latest weather developments—no more constantly refreshing your browser or hunting for spaghetti models! Peace of mind is just a tap away. Download Cyclo: Hurricane Tracker now and stay ahead of the storm! Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

StormPrepared

This app helps you understand and prepare for active storms. It provides real-time storm tracking, forecast information, and personalized preparedness checklists. Move from watching to knowing what to do next with a calm, practical experience.

Highlights
  • Follow active storms with NOAA data
  • Understand storm proximity to your location
  • Explore forecast tracks and cones
  • Timed checklists for preparedness tasks
  • Create custom household or workplace plans
  • Assign responsibilities for tasks
  • Track progress on preparedness actions
Features
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StormPrepared helps you move from watching a storm to knowing what to do next. Follow active storms, understand their potential impact, organize your personal or workplace plan, and complete the right preparedness tasks at the right time—all through a calm, practical experience designed to reduce uncertainty and help you prepare with confidence. Top Features 1. Follow Active Storms View active named storms using current NOAA and National Hurricane Center information. Essential details are organized into clear, easy-to-read storm cards. 2. Understand What Is Near You Allow location access to see your approximate distance from each storm. StormPrepared helps you identify which active systems may be most relevant to your location. 3. Explore the Forecast Review storm tracks, forecast cones and advisory timelines in one dedicated forecast area. See where the storm is now and how its projected path may change over time. 4. Prepare for Possible Landfall When supported by available forecast data, view a countdown to estimated landfall. Storms without a projected landfall will not display an unnecessary or speculative countdown. 5. Follow a Timed Checklist Work through preparation tasks organized by Pre-Season, Activation, 72 Hours, 48 Hours, 24 Hours, Landfall and Post-Storm phases. Focus on what matters now without being overwhelmed by the entire plan. 6. Create Your Own Plans Build separate checklists for your household, office, team or another purpose. Add, edit, duplicate, organize and prioritize tasks around your specific situation. 7. Assign Responsibilities Add family members, employees or team members and assign them to checklist items. Clearly see who is responsible for completing each task. 8. Track Your Progress Mark tasks complete and monitor progress by timing phase or across the entire checklist. Reset completion status whenever you are ready to prepare for a new storm. 9. Use the Personal Storm Planner and Guide Organize important decisions, contacts and preparedness information before conditions become stressful. Explore practical guidance that helps you understand the reasoning behind important storm preparations. 10. Find Recommended Supplies Browse storm supplies by category and learn what to consider before choosing an item. Review curated product recommendations, helpful selection reasons and available purchasing options. Future Releases will include: StormPrepared is not affiliated with or endorsed by NOAA.

Screenshots

NHC Hurricane Tracker4 screens
StormPrepared4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: StormPrepared at free against NHC Hurricane Tracker's free with in-app purchases. StormPrepared also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). NHC Hurricane Tracker's advantage is ratings volume (325 vs 2) and iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.2). On price, update cadence, 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

Both are free to download. NHC Hurricane Tracker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and StormPrepared 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

StormPrepared holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NHC Hurricane Tracker has 325 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NHC Hurricane Tracker ships an update every 11 days, StormPrepared every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
NHC Hurricane Tracker versus StormPrepared: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNHC Hurricane TrackerStormPrepared
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (325 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews86.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings325 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 11 daysEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size82 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGlitchbuster Labs, LLCZimmerman Design, Inc.

Customer experience

NHC Hurricane Tracker

All ratings325 ratings
Positive93.5%
Neutral3.1%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive86.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative13.3%

StormPrepared

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

NHC Hurricane Tracker

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Lifetime perk not working
  • Monthly subscription leads directly to payment

Requested features

1 request
  • Need typhoon tracking

StormPrepared

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

NHC Hurricane Tracker

Subscriptions2
  • Hurricane Tracker Pro$4.991 Month
  • Hurricane Tracker Pro3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Hurricane TrackingFree
  • Lifetime Pro$99.99
1 purchases

StormPrepared

One-time1
  • StormPrepared Full$8.99

Questions

Is NHC Hurricane Tracker free?
NHC Hurricane Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is StormPrepared free?
StormPrepared is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, NHC Hurricane Tracker or StormPrepared?
StormPrepared is rated higher. NHC Hurricane Tracker averages 4.7 out of 5 from 325 ratings, while StormPrepared averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do NHC Hurricane Tracker or StormPrepared have ads?
Neither NHC Hurricane Tracker nor StormPrepared shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NHC Hurricane Tracker or StormPrepared?
NHC Hurricane Tracker ships an update every 11 days, and StormPrepared every 6 days. Most recently, NHC Hurricane Tracker was updated on October 27, 2026 and StormPrepared on October 15, 2026.

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