Comparison

Storm Tracker° vs Cloud Identifier

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

Head to head
About

Storm Tracker°

Track severe weather events like storms, tornadoes, and hurricanes with real-time radar and forecasts. Get NOAA alerts for floods and other hazards. Monitor weather patterns up to 10 days in advance.

Highlights
  • Live storm tracking
  • Doppler radar for rain and snow
  • NOAA weather warnings and alerts
  • Hourly and 10-day forecasts
  • HD quality map
  • Unlimited locations
Features
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Track LIVE Storm’s Activity; Check the Weather updates, radar, and get warnings. Follow the storm’s path and its development NOW, and days ahead. Be well-informed. STORM TRACKER - EXTREME WEATHER RADAR Accurate, reliable, and easy-to-navigate Storm Tracker with 1.4M downloads worldwide. The storm tracker app provides 24/7 real-time tracking of several weather patterns like heavy storms, tornadoes, hurricanes, typhoons, tropical storms, cyclones, and other severe weather conditions. FREE ACCESS TO STORM TRACKER Needful Weather Information; • Rain & Snow Radar - Doppler info • 24/7 NOAA Weather Warnings & Alerts on maps for floods, tides, and storms (US only) • Weather charts for temperature, precipitation, wind speed, and pressure information • Detailed Hourly forecasts, up to 10 days • HD quality map • Unlimited Locations SUPPORTED COUNTRIES AND REGIONS NORTH AMERICA: United States*, Canada, Mexico EUROPE: France, United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Netherlands, Switzerland, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark APAC: Japan, Hong Kong, Korea, Taiwan & Australia *Frequent severe weather conditions coverage in Florida, Texas, Alabama, Oklahoma, Kansas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Georgia, Mississippi, North and South Carolina SUBSCRIBE TO PREMIUM ACCESS • Hurricane tracker • Rain Radar; Future precipitation forecasts • Wind Tracker; Map with animated wind direction with a 12-day windy forecast • Ad-free Experience Subscriptions automatically renew each month 24 hours before the end of the current period and your iTunes account will be charged unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can turn off auto-renew at any time from within the app. Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited if you purchase a subscription. Terms & Conditions: https://impalastudios.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://impalastudios.com/privacy UNITS OF MEASUREMENT Fahrenheit/Celsius | Miles/Kilometers | Wind speed in kN, mph, km/h, Beaufort | Barometric Pressure in Inches (inHG) and Atmospheric Pressure in Hectopascal (hPa) YOUR EXPERIENCE IS IMPORTANT TO US! *Please check if the answers are available in the Frequently Asked Questions app Settings. *(FQA) Our support team is very happy with your feedback, questions, and suggestions and is always ready to help you via support@impalastudios.com. Storm Tracker (C) 2014 Impala Studios

About

Cloud Identifier

Instantly identify cloud types by taking a photo. Get detailed information on formations, weather implications, and confidence scores. Log your sky observations and learn about atmospheric science.

Highlights
  • Instant cloud detection via photo
  • AI-powered identification with confidence scores
  • Weather implications of cloud types
  • Scan history and personal sky log
  • Simple, distraction-free interface
  • Educational insights into sky science
Features
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Cloud Scanner – AI Identifier Snap. Identify. Stay Curious. Discover the skies with Cloud Identifier—your intelligent AI-powered tool for identifying cloud types instantly. Whether you're gazing out your window or exploring the outdoors, simply take a photo and let Cloud Identifier analyze and identify the cloud formation above you. Key Features Instant Cloud Detection Capture a photo or choose one from your gallery—Cloud Identifier instantly analyzes it and tells you what type of cloud it is. AI-Powered Confidence & Detail Get identification confidence scores, weather implications, and learn about common traits of each cloud type. Scan History & Personal Sky Log Keep track of past identifications in your own sky-watching log—perfect for nature lovers, students, and hobbyists. Simple, Focused Interface Designed to be clean and distraction-free. Just open, snap, and learn—no clutter, just insight. Upgrade for Unlimited Scans Use one free scan per day, or upgrade to Pro to unlock unlimited scans, more cloud types, and priority updates. Educational, Not Advisory Cloud Identifier is for educational use. For weather emergencies or safety advice, consult official sources. Why Choose Cloud Identifier? Fast & Accurate: Trained AI identifies clouds reliably and quickly Knowledge-Packed: Learn about cloud types, weather clues, and sky science Fun & Insightful: Explore the sky with a new perspective Download Cloud Identifier now and bring the science of clouds to your fingertips. Disclaimer: Cloud Identifier is for informational use only and is not a replacement for official weather forecasting or safety alerts. Note: Unlimited Cloud Identifications require a Premium Upgrade, which can be managed or cancelled at any time via your Apple ID Settings. Free trial available to all users. Privacy Policy: https://angelapplications.co.uk/privacy-policy/ Terms of Service: https://angelapplications.co.uk/terms-of-use/ Terms of Use (Apple): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Storm Tracker°4 screens
Cloud Identifier4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Cloud Identifier at none against Storm Tracker°'s shown. Cloud Identifier also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Storm Tracker°'s advantage is ratings volume (82K vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 8 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and iOS requirement 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. Storm Tracker° sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Cloud Identifier sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cloud Identifier holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Storm Tracker° has 82K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Storm Tracker° ships an update every 2 months, Cloud Identifier every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Storm Tracker° versus Cloud Identifier: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStorm Tracker°Cloud Identifier
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (82K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews46.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings82K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 8 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#58 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size299 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperImpala StudiosAngel App Publishing Ltd.

Customer experience

Storm Tracker°

All ratings82,275 ratings
Positive91.5%
Neutral4.9%
Negative3.6%
Written reviews282 reviews
Positive46.1%
Neutral8.2%
Negative45.7%

Cloud Identifier

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Storm Tracker°

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Weather data not updating in real-time
  • App crashing or freezing on some devices
  • Saved locations not syncing properly

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add wind speed indicator
  • Improve radar coverage in remote areas
  • Provide more customization options
  • Offer a one-time purchase option instead of subscription

Cloud Identifier

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Storm Tracker°

Subscriptions8
  • Weekly Premium Subscription3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Full Access for a Week3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Full Access for a Week3 Days trial$4.997 Days
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  • Annual Limited Time Offer$9.991 Year
  • Limited Time Offer$14.991 Year
  • Annual Premium Subscription$19.991 Year
  • Annual full access with no ads$19.991 Year
  • Annual full access with no ads$24.991 Year
2 purchases

Cloud Identifier

Subscriptions1
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$4.997 Days
One-time1
  • One Time Upgrade$19.99

Questions

Is Storm Tracker° free?
Storm Tracker° is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cloud Identifier free?
Cloud Identifier is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Storm Tracker° or Cloud Identifier?
Cloud Identifier is rated higher. Storm Tracker° averages 4.6 out of 5 from 82K ratings, while Cloud Identifier averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Storm Tracker° or Cloud Identifier have ads?
Storm Tracker° shows ads; Cloud Identifier does not.
Which is updated more often, Storm Tracker° or Cloud Identifier?
Storm Tracker° ships an update every 2 months, and Cloud Identifier every 8 months. Most recently, Storm Tracker° was updated on October 14, 2026 and Cloud Identifier on September 30, 2026.

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