# LastQuake vs Earthquake Network

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LastQuake at none against Earthquake Network's 3. LastQuake also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 6 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.1). On price, ads, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Earthquake Network sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. LastQuake asks for nothing beyond the download.

LastQuake ships an update every 3 months, Earthquake Network every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LastQuake | Earthquake Network |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lastquake/id890799748/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **2.1K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 89.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Best chart rank | **#185** | #203 |
| Size | 6 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 26.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [EMSC](https://appshunter.io/developer/890799751) | [Ayla YILDIZ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1840609900) |

## What reviewers say

### LastQuake

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lastquake/id890799748)

**Currently charting:** #185 Top Free · Weather (US App Store)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Timely and accurate earthquake information
- 📊 Useful maps and data visualization
- 👍 Ability to report felt earthquakes
- 🌍 Global coverage of seismic activity
- 🔍 Detailed earthquake details (location, magnitude, depth)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional app crashes and bugs
- 🔄 Inconsistent notification reliability
- 📱 Outdated or confusing user interface
- 🔍 Missing or delayed earthquake data in some regions
- 🤖 Lack of advanced customization options

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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 Network

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/earthquake-network-panic/id6760034584)

**Currently charting:** #203 Top Free · Weather (US App Store)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Guardian Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Guardian Annual Offer | $9.99 | per year |
| Guardian Annual | $14.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LastQuake free?

LastQuake is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Earthquake Network free?

Earthquake Network is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do LastQuake or Earthquake Network have ads?

Neither LastQuake nor Earthquake Network shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, LastQuake or Earthquake Network?

LastQuake ships an update every 3 months, and Earthquake Network every 6 months. Most recently, LastQuake was updated on October 15, 2026 and Earthquake Network on October 9, 2026.

### Which is more popular, LastQuake or Earthquake Network?

LastQuake currently peaks at #185 in the App Store charts, and Earthquake Network at #203. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*