Comparison

Visual Weather vs StormRecord

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

Head to head
About

Visual Weather

This app visualizes atmospheric conditions, showing individual cloud layers and their height. It offers detailed hourly forecasts with interactive charts for temperature, precipitation, and wind. Understand the sky like never before with dynamic visualizations and a live sun tracker.

Highlights
  • Dynamic pixel-art cloud visualization
  • Detailed hourly charts
  • Live sun tracker
  • 16-day hybrid forecast
  • Compact and detailed view modes
  • Radar with frame morphing
Features
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Most weather apps just say "Cloudy." Visual Weather shows you exactly how cloudy. Visual Weather is the first app to visualize the atmosphere in depth. Our unique pixel-engine renders High, Mid, and Low cloud layers independently, giving you a true picture of the sky before you even step outside. Why Layers Matter: • Photographers: Know when to expect dramatic high-altitude cirrus clouds versus flat grey stratus. • Outdoor Enthusiasts: Gauge cloud height and conditions instantly for hiking, sailing, or stargazing. • Everyone: Understand the difference between a "sunny day with some clouds" and an "overcast day." Two Ways to Explore: • Compact View: Quick hourly forecast with toggleable rain, wind, and gust overlays. • Detailed View: Swipe through beautiful color-coded charts for temperature, cloud layers, precipitation, wind, and humidity. See exactly how conditions change hour by hour. Live Sun Tracker: Watch the sun's path arc across the sky in real-time. See current altitude, time until sunrise or sunset, and how day length is changing throughout the season. Powered by Precision Data: Using high-resolution HRRR models, we map: • Cloud Cover % (High/Mid/Low) • Precipitation Intensity • Wind Speed, Gusts & Direction • Temperature & Humidity Trends • Sun Position & Day Length Features: • Dynamic Pixel-Art Visualization • 16-Day Hybrid Forecast (HRRR + GFS) • Silky-Smooth Radar with Frame Morphing • Live Sun Tracker with Path & Altitude • Color-Coded Hourly Charts • Compact & Detailed View Modes Visual Weather Pro: Unlock the extended 16-day forecast, unlimited locations, and the full interactive radar loop. Don't just check the weather. Understand the sky. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

StormRecord

Features
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StormRecord generates verified weather reports for a specific U.S. location and date. Instant. Official. Built on government data sources. Whether you're supporting an insurance claim, legal case, accident report, or professional documentation need, StormRecord answers a critical question: What were the actual weather conditions at this location on that date? WHAT STORMRECORD DOES StormRecord creates Weather Evidence Reports (PDFs) using authoritative U.S. government and public data sources, including: - National Weather Service (NWS) - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) - NCEI Storm Events Database - Official weather observations from ASOS/AWOS surface stations Each report is generated on demand for a specific U.S. address and date and includes: - Verified weather conditions (rain, wind, hail, snowfall, temperature, and more) - Hourly weather logs from the nearest reporting station - Official storm event confirmations when available - Transparent data sources and methodology - Professional formatting suitable for claims, cases, and records WHO USES STORMRECORD - Homeowners documenting storm damage for insurance claims - Drivers documenting weather conditions at the time of an accident - Attorneys and paralegals gathering weather evidence for legal cases - Property owners supporting slip-and-fall or premises liability cases - Travelers proving weather related flight delays or cancellations - Contractors documenting weather delays on projects WHAT STORMRECORD IS NOT StormRecord provides verified weather documentation. StormRecord does not provide expert testimony. Reports document historical conditions but do not determine causation, assess damage, or provide insurance, legal, or coverage opinions. No guarantee of any claim, case, or dispute outcome. PRICING - No account required - Free to search - $49.99 per report. No subscriptions - No ads - Reports available instantly No tracking. No data resale. Reports generated only for locations you request. Designed by a degreed meteorologist. Built on the same government data sources used by forensic meteorologists and NWS forecast offices. StormRecord turns complex meteorological data into clear, defensible documentation for when accuracy matters most. Terms of Use: https://stormrecord.com/terms

Screenshots

Visual Weather4 screens
StormRecord4 screens

Verdict

The call

Visual Weather and StormRecord are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Visual Weather sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and StormRecord sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Visual Weather ships an update every 3 days, StormRecord every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Visual Weather versus StormRecord: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVisual WeatherStormRecord
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 4 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.315.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStarbound Logic LLCJeff Eads

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Visual Weather

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
One-time1
  • Subscribe for $2.99 / Month$2.99
1 purchases

StormRecord

One-time1
  • Weather Evidence Report$49.99

Questions

Is Visual Weather free?
Visual Weather is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is StormRecord free?
StormRecord is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Visual Weather or StormRecord have ads?
Neither Visual Weather nor StormRecord shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Visual Weather or StormRecord?
Visual Weather ships an update every 3 days, and StormRecord every 4 days. Most recently, Visual Weather was updated on October 30, 2026 and StormRecord on November 5, 2026.

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