Comparison

Radar Map vs Intercept Radar

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

Head to head
About

Radar Map

Features
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Radar Map – Live Aircraft, Ship and Weather Balloon Tracker Radar Map is a powerful real-time tracking application that allows you to monitor aircraft, ships, and weather radiosondes across the world on an interactive radar map. Using advanced tracking technologies such as ADS-B, AIS, and MLAT, the app displays live positions of vehicles in the sky and at sea with detailed information and smooth map navigation. Radar Map provides a fascinating way to explore global aviation, maritime traffic, and atmospheric monitoring directly from your mobile device. Live Aircraft Tracking Radar Map lets you follow airplanes flying around the world in real time. Aircraft detected via ADS-B signals appear on the map with detailed information about their flight. Available aircraft information may include: Flight altitude Speed and direction Aircraft heading Live flight path Last seen timestamp Receiving stations Aircraft icons are color-coded according to altitude, making it easy to understand their flying level directly on the map. Ship Tracking Radar Map also supports maritime tracking using AIS data. Users can follow ships traveling across oceans, seas, and rivers around the world. Ship information may include: Ship name Vessel type Speed over ground Navigation heading Current location Route history This feature allows users to explore global maritime traffic and observe ships moving across the world’s waterways. Weather Radiosonde Tracking The application also allows users to monitor weather radiosondes, which are balloons launched by meteorological stations to collect atmospheric data. Users can view: Current altitude Horizontal and vertical speed Flight trajectory Launch location Predicted landing position This feature offers an interesting way to observe weather data collection and atmospheric research. Receiver Stations Radar Map displays receiver stations that collect signals from aircraft, ships, and radiosondes. Station details may include: Station location Country Coverage statistics Number of detected vehicles Signal performance This helps users understand how the global tracking network operates. Interactive Global Map Radar Map features a smooth and responsive map interface that allows users to explore the world and discover vehicles moving in real time. Map capabilities include: Real-time global map Live moving aircraft and ships Detailed vehicle information panels Smooth zoom and navigation Filters for different vehicle types Key Features Real-time aircraft tracking Ship tracking using AIS data Weather radiosonde monitoring Global interactive radar map Altitude color coding for aircraft Detailed vehicle information panels Receiver station statistics Vehicle filters and map controls Smooth and fast interface Dark mode support Radar Map transforms complex aviation, maritime, and atmospheric tracking data into a simple and engaging real-time radar experience. Explore aircraft flying overhead, ships crossing the oceans, and weather balloons rising into the atmosphere — all from one powerful application. Discover the world from a new perspective with Radar Map.

About

Intercept Radar

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Intercept turns your phone into a live aircraft radar for aviation enthusiasts, plane spotters and airshow photographers. See military and civil aircraft moving around you in real time on a clean, dark radar map. Tap any contact for live telemetry — distance, bearing, altitude, speed and heading — so you always know what's overhead and where it's going. FEATURES • Live radar map of aircraft near your location • Military, civil and all-traffic modes to cut the clutter • Full telemetry on every aircraft: distance, ETA, altitude, heading, speed • Watchlist — keep an eye on the aircraft you care about • Alerts and notifications for aircraft of interest • Powered by public ADS-B / OpenSky data Coverage and accuracy of live data varies by region and time of day. Intercept is free with ads. A one-time "Remove Ads" purchase is available if you'd prefer an ad-free radar. INTERCEPT PREMIUM Unlock Premium to remove ads, build a watchlist and receive proximity alerts when a favourite aircraft is airborne. Two options: - Intercept Premium (Monthly): auto-renewing subscription, GBP 0.99/month. - Intercept Premium (Lifetime): one-time purchase, GBP 9.99. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. The monthly subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://justpaste.it/ffylo

Screenshots

Radar Map4 screens
Intercept Radar4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Intercept Radar at Free against Radar Map's $9.99. Radar Map's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

Intercept Radar is free to download; Radar Map costs $9.99 up front. Intercept Radar sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Radar Map asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 1 level
Radar Map versus Intercept Radar: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRadar MapIntercept Radar
Price$9.99Free — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB50 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperMohamed HadidaneDavid Harmison

In-app purchases

None

Radar Map

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Intercept Radar

Subscriptions1
  • Intercept Premium Monthly$0.991 Month
One-time2
  • Remove Ads$1.99
  • Intercept Premium Lifetime$9.99

Questions

Is Radar Map free?
Radar Map costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Intercept Radar free?
Intercept Radar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Radar Map or Intercept Radar have ads?
Intercept Radar shows ads; Radar Map does not.

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