Comparison

NHC Hurricane Tracker vs RainCam

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

RainCam

Features
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RainCam 讓你在前往目的地之前,快速查看全臺 18 縣市的即時交通影像。 地圖與搜尋 • 地圖顯示 18 縣市超過 3,400 支交通攝影機,縮放時自動整理成流暢易讀的群組。 • 輸入地點名稱或地址,或從 Google 地圖分享至 RainCam。 • 搜尋後保留結果,方便先收藏地點,再回到地圖查看 200 公尺範圍。 • App 會先列出 100 公尺內的攝影機,再擴大到 200 公尺。 • 若附近沒有攝影機,則列出距離最近的 5 支。 • 使用「我的位置」快速移動地圖並查看周邊標記。 • 輸入起點與目的地,或以目前位置為起點,查看行車路線 300 公尺內的沿途攝影機。 • 沿途攝影機以紅棕色標記,方便與一般攝影機區分。 • 依城市或收藏狀態篩選地圖標記。 • 點選地圖標記或清單,即可開啟所屬市府的官方即時影像。 收藏與設定 • 分別收藏搜尋地點與攝影機。 • 從收藏快速回到地圖並定位。 • 保留最近查看的 20 支攝影機,可隨時清除。 • 切換標準或衛星地圖。 • 收藏、最近查看與設定只儲存在裝置上。 為 iPhone 與 iPad 設計 • 使用原生 Apple MapKit,可自由縮放、移動地圖,並快速回到我的位置。 • iPad 採用左右分欄介面,可同時瀏覽清單與地圖。 • 支援 Siri 與「捷徑」App,可快速開啟 RainCam 或查看附近攝影機。 • 支援 Dynamic Type 與 VoiceOver。 資料來源 攝影機點位與影像由各縣市交通主管機關及交通部 TDX 提供。影像與點位狀態可能因設備維護而異,僅供現場狀況參考。

Screenshots

NHC Hurricane Tracker4 screens
RainCam4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RainCam at none against NHC Hurricane Tracker's 4. On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. RainCam asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NHC Hurricane Tracker ships an update every 11 days, RainCam every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
NHC Hurricane Tracker versus RainCam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNHC Hurricane TrackerRainCam
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (325 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews86.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings325 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 daysEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size82 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGlitchbuster Labs, LLCWei Hsiang Chen

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

RainCam

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
None

RainCam

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NHC Hurricane Tracker free?
NHC Hurricane Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RainCam free?
RainCam is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do NHC Hurricane Tracker or RainCam have ads?
Neither NHC Hurricane Tracker nor RainCam shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NHC Hurricane Tracker or RainCam?
NHC Hurricane Tracker ships an update every 11 days, and RainCam every 6 days. Most recently, NHC Hurricane Tracker was updated on October 27, 2026 and RainCam on October 25, 2026.

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