Comparison

LastQuake vs Earthquake Warning System

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

Head to head
About

LastQuake

Receive real-time earthquake alerts and contribute to scientific research by sharing your experiences. This app provides critical safety information and allows you to notify loved ones during seismic events.

Highlights
  • Real-time earthquake information
  • Customizable notifications
  • Eyewitness comments, photos, and videos
  • SMS notification service
  • Post-earthquake safety tips
  • Interactive felt map
Features
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LastQuake is a free, mobile application dedicated to alerting populations and gathering testimonies in real-time when an earthquake occurs. Designed by seismologists, LastQuake is the official app of the Euro-Mediterranean Seismological Center (EMSC). Thanks to the participative action of its users, only a few minutes are needed for the EMSC to estimate earthquake effects and notify the population. [LastQuake is an ad-free app!] ** AN INNOVATIVE EARTHQUAKE DETECTION METHOD ** EMSC detects earthquakes using: ∘ Earthquake witnesses, who are the first to feel an earthquake, hence the first informed that an event is happening. ∘ Internet and mobile technologies, which allow rapid information collection of the effects observed by witnesses, who are asked to fill in a questionnaire and share photos and videos. Want to learn more about our detection system? Watch this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sNCaHFxhZ5E ** COMMITMENT TO POPULATIONS AFFECTED BY EARTHQUAKES ** Information and communication are cornerstones in preventing risky behaviors. EMSC contributes to the reduction of seismic risk by providing you with: ∘ real-time information ∘ post-earthquake safety tips ∘ SMS service that allows victims to notify their loved ones. ** YOUR INVOLVEMENT MATTERS ** LastQuake is a citizen science project. Your contribution helps refine our understanding of earthquake effects while fostering our support in disaster preparation and response. ** KEY FEATURES ** ∘ Real-time information and data ∘ Customizable notifications (destructive earthquakes, earthquakes near you) ∘ Access to comments, photos, and videos by eyewitnesses ∘ Information-sharing via social media ∘ SMS service to notify loved ones when in the area impacted by an earthquake ∘ Post-earthquake safety tips ** WHAT'S NEW ** ∘ Interactive felt map ∘ Customizable notification test ∘ Earthquake notification through voice synthesizer ∘ Copy-paste available for comments ∘ Minor bugs fixed ∘ New languages available: Croatian, Czech, Bosnian, Montenegrin, Hebrew ** WHAT IS EMSC? ** EMSC is an international non-profit scientific NGO founded in 1975. Based in France, EMSC federates data from the seismological observatories of 86 institutes from 57 countries. While operating a real-time earthquake information service, EMSC advocates for public participation in scientific research. Its core product, LastQuake, paves the way for innovative approaches to building more disaster-resilient communities, making EMSC among the pioneers of disaster apps dedicated to earthquakes and tsunamis.

About

Earthquake Warning System

Receive real-time seismic alerts and explore live earthquake maps. This app aggregates data from global and regional seismological institutes to keep you informed and prepared for tremors. It also provides emergency tools and safety guidelines.

Highlights
  • Real-time earthquake alerts
  • Live interactive earthquake map
  • Multi-network seismic feeds
  • Emergency whistle and SOS siren
  • Magnitude and region filters
  • Graphic seismic cards for sharing
  • Safety guidelines and assembly areas
Features
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Track recent earthquakes worldwide in real time with Earthquake Warning System. Get instant seismic alerts and explore live shake maps powered by EMSC data. In earthquake-prone regions, every single second matters. Earthquake Warning System brings together real-time seismic feeds from leading global and regional seismological institutes into a unified interface, helping you stay prepared and alert against sudden tremors. Key Features: - Real-Time Earthquake Alerts: Receive instant audio and visual notifications tailored to your location or custom magnitude threshold. - Multi-Network Seismic Feeds (EMSC, USGS, Kandilli and AFAD): Monitor seismic activity worldwide and across the Mediterranean region through synchronized, verified feeds from EMSC (European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre - CSEM) and regional agencies. - Interactive Live Earthquake Map: Visualize earthquake epicenters, depth profiles, fault lines, and shaking intensity on an intuitive, interactive map. - Emergency Whistle and Loud SOS Siren: Emit a high-frequency whistle sound and distress siren--functional even when your screen is locked--to signal your location during emergencies. - Advanced Magnitude and Region Filters: Filter earthquakes by magnitude (e.g., 3.0+, 4.5+) and depth to focus on the seismic events that matter most to you. - Graphic Seismic Cards and Quick Sharing: Share recent earthquake details with family and social networks instantly via auto-generated visual information cards. - Safety Guidelines and Assembly Areas: Access essential emergency preparedness checklists, gathering points, and survival advice before, during, and after an earthquake. Reliable Seismological Data Sources: The application delivers rapid, unfiltered data from accredited public seismological institutions: - EMSC (European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre) - AFAD (Disaster and Emergency Management Authority) - Kandilli Observatory and Earthquake Research Institute (KRDAE) -------------------------------------------------- LEGAL DISCLAIMER: This application is independently developed and has no direct affiliation, endorsement, or partnership with any government body, ministry, or official institution. Earthquake Warning System does not represent EMSC, AFAD, Kandilli Observatory, or any state agency. The sole purpose of this app is to present publicly accessible national and international seismological data through a user-friendly interface. Official Data Sources: - EMSC: https://www.emsc-csem.org/Earthquake/ - Kandilli: http://www.koeri.boun.edu.tr/scripts/lst0.asp - AFAD: https://deprem.afad.gov.tr/last-earthquakes.html Official Website: https://depremuyarisistemi.com Privacy Policy: https://depremuyarisistemi.com/gizlilik-politikasi

Screenshots

LastQuake4 screens
Earthquake Warning System4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: LastQuake at 90% against Earthquake Warning System's 0%. LastQuake also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.8) and ads (none vs shown). Earthquake Warning System's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

LastQuake holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LastQuake has 2.2K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 90% of LastQuake's written reviews are positive against 0% of Earthquake Warning System's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LastQuake ships an update every 3 months, Earthquake Warning System every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
LastQuake versus Earthquake Warning System: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLastQuakeEarthquake Warning System
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (2.2K ratings) — better3.8 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews89.9% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2.2K — better6
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB75 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperEMSCMehmet Erdogan

Customer experience

LastQuake

All ratings2,149 ratings
Positive95.1%
Neutral2.9%
Negative2.0%
Written reviews346 reviews
Positive89.9%
Neutral4.6%
Negative5.5%

Earthquake Warning System

All ratings6 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral33.3%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

LastQuake

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App crashes after major earthquake events
  • Notification settings not persisting
  • Overlapping UI elements on certain screens
  • Inaccurate earthquake location data in some cases
  • Delayed or missing earthquake updates

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved notification settings and customization
  • Enhanced map functionality (e.g. zoom, panning)
  • Integration with other earthquake/disaster preparedness apps
  • Expanded data reporting and citizen science features
  • Localized earthquake information and alerts

Earthquake Warning System

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

LastQuake

No in-app purchases

None

Earthquake Warning System

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LastQuake free?
LastQuake is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Earthquake Warning System free?
Earthquake Warning System is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, LastQuake or Earthquake Warning System?
LastQuake is rated higher. LastQuake averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.2K ratings, while Earthquake Warning System averages 3.8 from 6 ratings.
Do LastQuake or Earthquake Warning System have ads?
Earthquake Warning System shows ads; LastQuake does not.
Which is updated more often, LastQuake or Earthquake Warning System?
LastQuake ships an update every 3 months, and Earthquake Warning System every 6 days. Most recently, LastQuake was updated on November 13, 2026 and Earthquake Warning System on November 14, 2026.

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