Comparison

StrikeCast vs Lightning Map

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

Head to head
About

StrikeCast

This app provides real-time lightning strike distance and live alerts on a map. Save locations to receive notifications when lightning is detected nearby, even when you're away. It offers a clean interface with no ad clutter.

Highlights
  • Real-time lightning strike distance
  • Live map of lightning activity
  • Customizable alerts for saved locations
  • Distance in miles or kilometers
  • Approaching and moving-away trends (Pro)
  • Animated weather radar (Pro)
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How close is the lightning? StrikeCast: Lightning Tracker puts the answer front and center. See the approximate distance to the nearest detected strike in miles/km, follow activity on a clean live map, and set alerts for the places you care about. DISTANCE AT A GLANCE • See the nearest detected strike without searching through the map • View distance in miles or kilometers • Check when the latest nearby strike was detected • Explore latest strikes and lightning hotspots • Built on NOAA GOES satellite lightning data ALERTS FOR PLACES THAT MATTER Save a location and choose an alert radius. StrikeCast can notify you when lightning is detected nearby, even when you are somewhere else. Monitor home, work, school, or any place you want to keep an eye on. CALM, CLEAR DESIGN No noisy dashboard and no ad clutter. When the area is quiet, StrikeCast says so. When lightning is nearby, the distance stays easy to find. UPGRADE TO PRO • Real-time strike data with no added free-tier delay • Approaching and moving-away trends • More saved locations and flexible alert radii • Animated weather radar • 12-hour thunderstorm forecast • Extended lightning range PRIVACY FIRST No ads. No cross-app tracking. Your location is used to calculate distance and power the alerts you choose. Lightning detection has inherent latency and location uncertainty. Distances are approximate. StrikeCast is informational and is not a substitute for official weather warnings or emergency guidance. Privacy Policy: https://strikecast.app/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://strikecast.app/terms

About

Lightning Map

Features
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Lightning Map - Storm Radar is your ultimate real-time lightning tracker and severe weather alert companion. Stay ahead of dangerous thunder strikes, sudden storms, and heavy rain with live interactive radar maps and instant safety notifications. Whether you're playing golf, hiking, boating, fishing, camping, or relaxing at home, Lightning Map gives you exact pin-point accuracy on lightning strikes in your immediate area. KEY FEATURES: REAL-TIME LIGHTNING TRACKER • View live lightning strikes across the globe as they happen. • See precise strike distance, exact timestamp, and flash polarity. • Monitor storm movement and strike frequency in real time. ACCURATE PROXIMITY ALERTS • Get instant push notifications when lightning strikes near your location. • Customizable alert radius (e.g., 5 miles, 10 miles, 20 miles). • Early safety warnings to seek shelter before severe weather hits. INTERACTIVE STORM RADAR & MAP • High-resolution dark mode radar map optimized for fast loading. • Multi-layer display: lightning strikes, precipitation radar, storm cells, and clouds. • Smooth pan, zoom, and location auto-tracking. STORM HISTORY & ANALYTICS • Replay recent lightning activity to track storm trajectories. • Historical heatmaps showing high lightning density areas. • Detailed strike counter and storm intensity metrics. PERFECT FOR: • Outdoor Sports & Golfers: Get alerted before thunderstorms endanger your game. • Boaters & Fishermen: Essential maritime safety tool for open waters. • Hikers, Campers & Runners: Know when to take cover on the trail. • Parents & Coaches: Keep outdoor sports practices and events safe. • Weather Enthusiasts & Storm Chasers: Professional-grade strike detection data. WHY LIGHTNING MAP - STORM RADAR? Designed with ultra-fast data feeds and minimal battery consumption, Lightning Map delivers critical weather safety information when seconds count. Download Lightning Map - Storm Radar today and stay protected against severe weather! Privacy Policy:https://doc-hosting.flycricket.io/lightning-alert-privacy-policy/1f4af0c2-156d-43cb-8b0c-791d5c23a36a/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

StrikeCast4 screens
Lightning Map4 screens

Verdict

The call

StrikeCast and Lightning Map 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. StrikeCast sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Lightning Map sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

StrikeCast ships an update every 4 days, Lightning Map every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
StrikeCast versus Lightning Map: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStrikeCastLightning Map
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKirill ProskurinTirin

In-app purchases

3 purchases

StrikeCast

Subscriptions3
  • StrikeCast Pro$4.997 Days
  • StrikeCast Pro$12.991 Month
  • Lightning Tracker: Distance Pro3 Days trial$33.991 Year
2 purchases

Lightning Map

Subscriptions1
  • Lightning Map Monthly Premium$2.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lightning Map Lifetime Premium$6.99

Questions

Is StrikeCast free?
StrikeCast is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Lightning Map free?
Lightning Map is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do StrikeCast or Lightning Map have ads?
Neither StrikeCast nor Lightning Map shows ads.
Which is updated more often, StrikeCast or Lightning Map?
StrikeCast ships an update every 4 days, and Lightning Map every 5 days. Most recently, StrikeCast was updated on September 14, 2026 and Lightning Map on September 26, 2026.

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