# global storms pro vs Weather Radar

global storms pro and Weather Radar both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 56% of global storms pro's written reviews are positive against 7% of Weather Radar's. global storms pro also leads on ads (none vs shown). Weather Radar's advantage is price (Free vs $9.99) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On rating, in-app purchases, monetization model and chart position there is nothing between them.

Weather Radar is free to download; global storms pro costs $9.99 up front. global storms pro sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Weather Radar sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

global storms pro holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 663 and 2K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of global storms pro's written reviews are positive against 7% of Weather Radar's.

global storms pro ships an update every 2 months, Weather Radar fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | global storms pro | Weather Radar |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.6 (663 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-storms-pro/id897511324/reviews)** | [4.4 (2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weather-radar-weather-alerts/id1663406554/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 663 | **2K** |
| Positive reviews | **55.6% of reviews** | 7.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#106** | #177 |
| Size | 6 MB | 147 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kelly Technology Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/393931941) | [Tran Minh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1661352117) |

## What reviewers say

### global storms pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-storms-pro/id897511324)

**Currently charting:** #106 Top Paid · Weather (US App Store)

Access real-time weather data, including tropical storm tracking, animated satellite views, and marine information. Get US-specific alerts for tornadoes and severe thunderstorms, plus UV index and radar.

**Highlights:** Tropical storm tracking (Atlantic & Pacific), Worldwide animated satellite views, Marine information, US ultraviolet index, US storm alerts (tornadoes, thunderstorms), Animated US radar, Animated US forecast chart

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Global Tropical Hazards | $0.99 | one-time |
| Global Climate Imagery | $0.99 | one-time |
| Additional Satellite Imagery | $1.99 | one-time |
| Space Weather | $3.99 | one-time |
| Ocean Conditions Forecast | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Excellent animated satellite imagery and weather visualizations
- 📊 Comprehensive weather data and meteorological information
- 🌪️ Valuable hurricane tracking and severe weather alerts
- 📚 Educational content that helps users understand weather science
- 🌍 Global satellite coverage with world-wide weather views

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐢 Slow app performance and loading times
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- ❌ Content unavailable errors in some regions
- 🎯 Confusing and outdated user interface design
- 📱 Not user-friendly compared to modern app standards

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup
- Content unavailable errors during active weather events
- Ad-free upgrade not removing ads properly
- Smart invert colors compatibility broken after update
- Missing regional maps (Central US)

**Requested features**

- Bottom toolbar navigation for easier access
- Modern, open-face app redesign
- Favorites or bookmarks section for quick map access
- Local forecast and radar functionality
- Grouping of data by specific hurricane for clarity


### Weather Radar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weather-radar-weather-alerts/id1663406554)

**Currently charting:** #177 Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

Get real-time weather updates with a dynamic radar map and detailed forecasts. Customize your view, receive alerts for storms, rain, and snow, and access rich meteorological data. Stay informed with home screen widgets and unit selection.

**Highlights:** Live weather radar map, Hourly, daily, and weekly forecasts, Storm, rain, and snow alerts, Customizable interface and favorite locations, Home screen widget, Unit selection (Celsius/Fahrenheit, km/h/mph, mm/inch)

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 WEEK SUBSCRIPTION 3D TRIAL | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 MONTH SUBSCRIPTION 7D TRIAL | $9.99 | per month |
| 1 MONTH SUBSCRIPTION | $9.99 | per month |
| 1 MONTH SUBSCRIPTION 3D TRIAL | $9.99 | per month |
| 1 YEAR SUBSCRIPTION 3D TRIAL | $34.99 | per year |
| 1 YEAR SUBSCRIPTION | $39.99 | per year |
| LIFETIME | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helps save lives
- 💡 Opportunity to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App not functioning
- 🔒 Requires subscription
- 💸 Expensive
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate
- 🔍 Useless features

**Reported bugs**

- Alerts and push notifications not working
- App crashes and won't load

**Requested features**

- Longer trial period
- Allow setting preferred units


## Frequently asked questions

### Is global storms pro free?

global storms pro costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Weather Radar free?

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

### Which has better reviews, global storms pro or Weather Radar?

global storms pro is rated higher. global storms pro averages 4.6 out of 5 from 663 ratings, while Weather Radar averages 4.4 from 2K ratings.

### Do global storms pro or Weather Radar have ads?

Weather Radar shows ads; global storms pro does not.

### Which is updated more often, global storms pro or Weather Radar?

global storms pro ships an update every 2 months, and Weather Radar fortnightly. Most recently, global storms pro was updated on October 17, 2026 and Weather Radar on October 17, 2026.

### Which is more popular, global storms pro or Weather Radar?

global storms pro currently peaks at #106 in the App Store charts, and Weather Radar at #177. 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.*