# Weather Mate vs Storm Tracker° Pro

The clearest difference is price: Weather Mate at Free against Storm Tracker° Pro's $1.99. Weather Mate also leads on review sentiment (80% vs 49%) and ratings volume (3.4K vs 1.1K). Storm Tracker° Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On rating, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Weather Mate is free to download; Storm Tracker° Pro costs $1.99 up front. Weather Mate sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Storm Tracker° Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

Storm Tracker° Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.4K and 1.1K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 80% of Weather Mate's written reviews are positive against 49% of Storm Tracker° Pro's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Weather Mate ships an update every 5 weeks, Storm Tracker° Pro monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Weather Mate | Storm Tracker° Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $1.99 |
| Rating | [4.4 (3.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weather-mate-noaa-radar-maps/id711410889/reviews) | **[4.6 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storm-tracker-pro/id945662966/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.4K** | 1.1K |
| Positive reviews | **79.6% of reviews** | 49.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#99** |
| Size | 192 MB | 402 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [DylogicApps Pvt Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/608515292) | [Impala Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/1063279743) |

## What reviewers say

### Weather Mate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weather-mate-noaa-radar-maps/id711410889)

This app provides hyperlocal, accurate, and visually appealing weather forecasts. It utilizes data from personal weather stations and official sources to offer detailed current conditions, extended forecasts, and severe weather alerts. Advanced features include radar maps, historical data, and air quality information.

**Highlights:** Hyperlocal weather data from personal stations, 15-day daily and hourly forecasts, Live interactive radar and satellite maps, Severe weather alerts and notifications, Detailed weather history and almanac, Air quality data and health recommendations, Travel planner with historical climate summaries

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Extra Weather Sources, Weekly | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Extra Weather Sources, Monthly | $1.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Accurate weather forecasts
- 🌟 Comprehensive weather data
- 💻 User-friendly interface
- 🌍 Worldwide coverage
- ⏱️ Detailed hourly forecasts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Excessive ads in free version
- 🕰️ Slow app performance
- 🔍 Difficulty finding specific weather stations
- 🔢 Limited free location options
- 🔴 Unreliable weather alerts and notifications

**Reported bugs**

- Radar and storm tracking not always up-to-date
- App crashes or freezes on launch
- Weather data not syncing properly between devices

**Requested features**

- Customizable weather widgets
- Integration with smart home devices
- Severe weather push notifications
- More detailed weather history and trends


### Storm Tracker° Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storm-tracker-pro/id945662966)

**Currently charting:** #99 Top Paid · Weather (US App Store)

Get real-time weather updates, accurate forecasts up to 10 days, and an animated radar. Track storms, hurricanes, and view detailed weather charts with customizable map settings. Supports multiple countries and regions.

**Highlights:** Real-time animated radar, 10-day weather forecasts, Hurricane tracking, Interactive weather maps, Detailed weather charts, Customizable map layers and overlays

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Accurate weather information
- 🌍 Worldwide weather coverage
- ⭐ Helpful for weather emergencies
- 🌟 Great overall app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🚫 Missing radar coverage in certain areas
- 💸 Paid version not working as expected
- ⚠️ Inaccurate weather data and forecasts

**Reported bugs**

- Radar not showing up in certain regions
- Settings changes not applying properly
- Paid version not unlocking all features

**Requested features**

- Push notifications for weather alerts
- Customizable radar and map views
- Improved graphics and visual presentation
- Extended weather forecasting capabilities


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Weather Mate free?

Weather Mate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Storm Tracker° Pro free?

Storm Tracker° Pro costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Weather Mate or Storm Tracker° Pro?

Storm Tracker° Pro is rated higher. Weather Mate averages 4.4 out of 5 from 3.4K ratings, while Storm Tracker° Pro averages 4.6 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do Weather Mate or Storm Tracker° Pro have ads?

Weather Mate shows ads; Storm Tracker° Pro does not.

### Which is updated more often, Weather Mate or Storm Tracker° Pro?

Weather Mate ships an update every 5 weeks, and Storm Tracker° Pro monthly. Most recently, Weather Mate was updated on October 31, 2026 and Storm Tracker° Pro on October 29, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*