Best First Alert Apps

226+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated May 2026

Whether you're new to first alert or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 226+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top First Alert Apps (May 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1First Alert by ResideoFirst Alert by ResideoFree4.8β˜… (25K)NoNoJul 2026
2First Alert by DataminrFirst Alert by DataminrFree4.3β˜… (117)NoNoJul 2026
3WMC5 First Alert WeatherWMC5 First Alert WeatherFree4.7β˜… (16K)YesNoJul 2026
4First Alert WeatherFirst Alert WeatherFree4.7β˜… (19K)YesNoJul 2026
5First Alert 4First Alert 4Free4.6β˜… (13K)YesNoJul 2026
6WWBT First Alert WeatherWWBT First Alert WeatherFree4.7β˜… (22K)YesNoJul 2026
7WNDU First Alert WeatherWNDU First Alert WeatherFree4.7β˜… (3.7K)YesNoJul 2026
8KSLA 12 First Alert WeatherKSLA 12 First Alert WeatherFree4.7β˜… (9.3K)YesNoJul 2026

Top Picks for First Alert

First Alert by Resideo#1

First Alert by Resideo by Resideo Technologies, Inc.

Editor's Choice
🌟 Lifestyle
4.8😞(25K ratings)
Free
#55in Lifestyle
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Monitor and manage your smart home devices for comfort, safety, and water leak detection. Receive alerts whether you're home or away, and integrate with various smart home partners for comprehensive control.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Functionality when it works
  • πŸ‘ Useful for smart home monitoring

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Frequent crashes and login issues
  • 🀯 Confusing and unintuitive UI
  • πŸ”’ Privacy concerns with data collection
First Alert by Dataminr#2

First Alert by Dataminr by Dataminr, Inc.

Strong Contender
πŸ’Ό Business
4.3(117 ratings)
Free
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This app delivers real-time breaking news alerts derived from public data. It identifies the most relevant information for first responders, proactively sending actionable alerts without requiring constant monitoring.

WMC5 First Alert Weather#3

WMC5 First Alert Weather by Gray Television Group, Inc.

Worth Considering
β˜€οΈ Weather
4.7😐(16K ratings)
FreeAds
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Get hyper-local weather information with high-resolution radar and future radar. Receive severe weather alerts and customizable forecasts for your favorite locations. Stay informed with real-time updates and push notifications.

What We Love

  • 🌟 Great weather coverage
  • πŸ‘ Helpful alerts and notifications
  • πŸ—ΊοΈ Accurate radar and forecasts
  • πŸ’¬ Informative weather personalities

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Radar and app glitches
  • ⚠️ Too many alerts and notifications
  • πŸ’² Excessive ads and commercials

More First Alert apps to explore

4
First Alert Weather
First Alert Weather
First Alert Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather updates with high-resolution radar and future tracking. Receive current conditions, hourly and daily forecasts, and severe weather alerts directly from the National Weather Service. Save your favorite locations and stay informed with push notifications.

High-resolution 250m radarFuture radar trackingHourly and daily forecasts
β˜€οΈ Weather
(19K)
ad-supported
5
First Alert 4
First Alert 4
First Alert 4
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Stay informed with breaking news, sports headlines, and localized weather and traffic updates. Receive instant notifications for urgent alerts, even when you're on the go.

Breaking news alertsSports headlinesGeo-targeted weather
πŸ“‘ News
(13K)
ad-supported
6
WWBT First Alert Weather
WWBT First Alert Weather
WWBT First Alert Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather updates with high-resolution radar and future radar to track severe weather. Receive current conditions, daily and hourly forecasts, and customizable alerts for your saved locations.

250 meter high-resolution radarFuture radar trackingHigh-resolution satellite imagery
β˜€οΈ Weather
(22K)
ad-supported
7
WNDU First Alert Weather
WNDU First Alert Weather
WNDU First Alert Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather updates with high-resolution radar and satellite imagery. Plan ahead with future radar and receive severe weather alerts directly from the National Weather Service to stay informed and safe.

250 meter radarHigh resolution satellite imageryFuture radar
β˜€οΈ Weather
(3.7K)
ad-supported
8
KSLA 12 First Alert Weather
KSLA 12 First Alert Weather
KSLA 12 First Alert Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather information with high-resolution radar, future radar, and satellite imagery. Receive real-time updates, daily and hourly forecasts, and severe weather alerts to stay informed and safe.

250 meter radarFuture radarHigh resolution satellite imagery
β˜€οΈ Weather
(9.3K)
ad-supported
9
KPLC 7 First Alert Weather
KPLC 7 First Alert Weather
KPLC 7 First Alert Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather information with high-resolution radar and satellite imagery. Receive severe weather alerts and hourly forecasts for your saved locations. Stay informed about current and future weather patterns to plan your day safely.

250 meter radarFuture radarHigh resolution satellite imagery
β˜€οΈ Weather
(8.3K)
ad-supported
10
Cleveland19 FirstAlert Weather
Cleveland19 FirstAlert Weather
Cleveland19 FirstAlert Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather updates with high-resolution radar and future radar to track severe storms. Receive current conditions, hourly and daily forecasts, and opt-in push alerts for National Weather Service warnings.

250 meter radarFuture radarHigh resolution satellite imagery
β˜€οΈ Weather
(8.2K)
ad-supported
11
Dakota News Now Weather
Dakota News Now Weather
Dakota News Now Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get real-time weather updates for South Dakota, Iowa, and Minnesota. This app provides current conditions, Doppler radar, hourly and 7-day forecasts, and instant severe weather alerts. Plan your day or track storms with high-resolution imagery and location-aware features.

Titan Live Doppler radarHour by Hour Planner7 Day Forecast
β˜€οΈ Weather
(4K)
ad-supported
12
FOX Carolina First Alert Wx
FOX Carolina First Alert Wx
FOX Carolina First Alert Wx
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather information with high-resolution radar and detailed forecasts. Receive severe weather alerts and customize your favorite locations for up-to-the-minute updates.

250 meter radarFuture radarHigh resolution satellite imagery
β˜€οΈ Weather
(5.9K)
ad-supported
13
WMBF First Alert Weather
WMBF First Alert Weather
WMBF First Alert Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather information with high-resolution radar and future radar to track severe weather. Receive real-time updates on current conditions, daily and hourly forecasts, and opt-in push alerts from the National Weather Service to stay informed and safe.

250 meter radarFuture radar trackingHigh-resolution satellite imagery
β˜€οΈ Weather
(6.5K)
ad-supported
14
WIS News 10 FirstAlert Weather
WIS News 10 FirstAlert Weather
WIS News 10 FirstAlert Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather updates with high-resolution radar and satellite imagery. Receive severe weather alerts and customizable forecasts for your favorite locations, ensuring you're always prepared.

250 meter radarFuture radarHigh resolution satellite imagery
β˜€οΈ Weather
(13K)
ad-supported
15
14FirstAlert Weather TriState
14FirstAlert Weather TriState
14FirstAlert Weather TriState
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather updates with high-resolution radar and satellite imagery. Receive hourly and daily forecasts, track future weather patterns, and get severe weather alerts to stay informed and safe.

250 meter radarFuture radar trackingHigh-resolution satellite imagery
β˜€οΈ Weather
(14K)
ad-supported
16
AZFamily's First Alert Weather
AZFamily's First Alert Weather
AZFamily's First Alert Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather updates with high-resolution radar and future radar to track severe weather. Receive National Weather Service alerts and customizable push notifications for your favorite locations.

High-resolution 250-meter radarFuture radar trackingHourly and daily forecasts
πŸ“‘ News
(4.2K)
ad-supported
17
WHEC First Alert Weather
WHEC First Alert Weather
WHEC First Alert Weather
by Hubbard Broadcasting, Inc.
Free

Get real-time weather updates and severe weather alerts from local meteorologists. Access high-resolution Doppler radar, traffic conditions, and school/business closings. Save favorite locations and receive push notifications for safety.

Severe weather alertsHigh-resolution Doppler radarOn-demand forecasts
β˜€οΈ Weather
(3.7K)
free
18
KOLD First Alert Weather
KOLD First Alert Weather
KOLD First Alert Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather updates with high-resolution radar and future radar to track storms. Receive severe weather alerts and customizable forecasts for your favorite locations, ensuring you're always prepared.

250 meter radarFuture radarHigh resolution satellite imagery
β˜€οΈ Weather
(3.4K)
ad-supported
19
KTIV First Alert Weather
KTIV First Alert Weather
KTIV First Alert Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather updates with high-resolution radar and future tracking. Receive severe weather alerts and customizable forecasts for your saved locations. Stay informed about current conditions and potential storms.

250 meter radarFuture radar trackingHigh resolution satellite imagery
β˜€οΈ Weather
(8.4K)
ad-supported
20
WILX First Alert Weather
WILX First Alert Weather
WILX First Alert Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather updates with high-resolution radar and satellite imagery. Receive severe weather alerts and view future radar to track storms. Customize forecasts for your favorite locations and stay informed with hourly updates.

250 meter radarHigh resolution satellite imageryFuture radar
β˜€οΈ Weather
(3.4K)
ad-supported

FAQ about First Alert

What are the best first alert apps for iPhone?
First Alert by Resideo tops our first alert apps ranking as of May 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 25K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes β€” 20 of the top first alert apps we rank are free to download, including First Alert by Resideo and First Alert by Dataminr.
First Alert by Resideo has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of May 2026.
We track 226+ first alert apps on the iOS App Store as of May 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The app allows you to monitor and manage a variety of smart home devices, including video cameras, smart smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, smart thermostats, and water leak detectors. It provides whole-home coverage and alerts whether you are at home or away.
Key features include whole-home coverage for managing various smart devices, real-time alerts for incidents like water leaks or smoke, comfort control for smart thermostats, smart smoke and carbon monoxide detection, video monitoring, and water leak detection with optional shutoff capabilities. It also integrates with smart home partner devices.

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