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WFTV Weather alternatives

WFTV Weather users often seek alternatives due to persistent radar issues, frequent app crashes, and an overwhelming number of ads. Alternatives like The Weather Channel and AccuWeather offer more reliable radar and forecasting, while FOX Weather and WSB-TV Weather provide local focus with varying levels of accuracy and ad intrusion.

Why users look for alternatives to WFTV Weather

The alternatives

The Weather Channel
4.8★ · 5,918,712 ratings · Free

The Weather Channel app is praised for its accuracy in forecasts and radar, providing updates for local and global weather conditions, and helping users plan their activities R52R58R61R64. It offers detailed weather and radar information, including news on storms worldwide R64R52.

Better for: It is better for users who prioritize accurate forecasts and radar, need global weather information, and are willing to tolerate a significant number of ads or consider a paid option to remove them R61R64R53.

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AccuWeather
4.6★ · 1,496,263 ratings · Free

AccuWeather is valued for its precise forecasts, radar, and tools that help users stay ahead of storms, often providing timely and accurate information . It offers notifications for severe weather like lightning .

Better for: This app suits users who need precise forecasts and radar, appreciate severe weather notifications, and find its interface easy to use R66. However, some users report issues with radar accuracy and app loading, especially in the free version during emergencies R65R70.

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FOX Weather
4.8★ · 362,732 ratings · Free

FOX Weather is noted for its local accuracy and timely forecasts, with some users finding its radar quick to view R80R83. It provides information that helps users, such as firefighters, stay safe daily R83.

Better for: It is better for users who prioritize local-level accuracy and quick radar access R80. However, users should be aware of potentially disruptive ads, issues with story links, and some reports of radar unreliability during major storms R79.

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WSB-TV Weather
4.8★ · 46,067 ratings · Free

WSB-TV Weather is appreciated for its dependable storm team and consistent, reliable weather reports R94. Users value its updates and notifications R94.

Better for: This app is suitable for users who trust the WSB-TV storm team and prefer consistent, reliable local weather reports R94. However, users should be aware that some report inaccurate or delayed notifications and a radar that is behind real-time or less helpful after updates R93R95R96.

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WDIV 4Warn Weather
4.7★ · 33,204 ratings · Free

WDIV 4Warn Weather is described as an excellent, informative, and accurate app by some users, who use it daily R108.

Better for: This app might appeal to users who found its older version reliable and easy to use R110. However, recent updates have led to significant dissatisfaction, with many users reporting an awful radar, lack of future radar, app crashes, excessive ads, and a difficult-to-navigate interface, making it largely unusable for many R107R110.

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Stick with WFTV Weather if

Users should stick with WFTV Weather if they find its local meteorologists, like Tom Terry and his team, to be the most trustworthy and comforting during severe weather, especially hurricanes . It is also suitable for those who appreciate its user-friendly interface and accurate radar when it functions correctly .

Evidence note: WDIV 4Warn Weather has numerous negative reviews regarding recent updates, making it difficult to recommend based on current user sentiment.

Frequently asked

Why do users find WFTV Weather's radar unreliable?
Users find WFTV Weather's radar unreliable because it is frequently offline, inaccurate, or displays outdated information, with some reporting it gets stuck on 'future' or doesn't show past conditions R1R4R7R9.
Does WFTV Weather have too many ads?
Yes, WFTV Weather has too many ads, which users describe as overly abundant, annoying, intrusive, and sometimes causing redirects or covering content R12R15R20R41.
Is The Weather Channel app accurate?
The Weather Channel app is generally considered accurate by users, with many praising its forecasts and radar compared to other weather sites R58R61R64.
What are common complaints about AccuWeather?
Common complaints about AccuWeather include radar inaccuracies, the app crashing or failing to load data, and unwanted notifications that are not weather-related R65R67R68R70.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R1] WFTV Weather 2/5 · US Channel 9 weather: Local radar is always offline
  2. [R4] WFTV Weather 1/5 · US radar: Lousy radar never seems to be accurate
  3. [R7] WFTV Weather 2/5 · US Radar sweeps often broken: Can’t see 6 hour sweep anymore. Reinstalling won’t fix.
  4. [R9] WFTV Weather 3/5 · US Radar issues: I love the app when it works. Most of the time the app works except for the radar. It can be raining out and when I call up the radar, there is nothing on the screen or some times the radar blinks on & off. I have run all updates for my phone and the app. If they can fix the radar issue, it will be great.
  5. [R10] WFTV Weather 1/5 · US Cannot delete locations: Update has broken the ability to delete stored locations. Test your code!
  6. [R16] WFTV Weather 1/5 · US Weather: App works about half the time and then shuts down.
  7. [R18] WFTV Weather 3/5 · US App has a bug or loading problem.: Please check to see if can be fixed. Hurricane season is here. thank you
  8. [R12] WFTV Weather 3/5 · US Good app but too many ads!: Please provide a paid option to remove ads. The ads are the worst part about that app and there are way too many!
  9. [R15] WFTV Weather 3/5 · US TOO MANY: The overly abundant amount of ads is annoying
  10. [R20] WFTV Weather 4/5 · US Weather radar locks up ! And worst of all the ad’s !!: Please get rid of the ad’s !! Maybe that’s why the radar locks up ?
  11. [R37] WFTV Weather 1/5 · US Appears not to be formatted for iPhone: There are so many ads or items displaying that they write over each other and I’m unable to watch the weather item that I received an alert for.
  12. [R3] WFTV Weather 3/5 · US Inconsistent: I will check the forecast early am. One or two hours later the forecast has changed dramatically. Example this morning was predicted 10% rain at 6:30. About 8am rain chance went up to 80%. It never did rain at my location though
  13. [R24] WFTV Weather 3/5 · US Problem: This app use to be very good and bang on with its alerts but I downloaded the new updated version and the storms that we have had don’t seem to show up at that time of event. ? Maybe have another look at this app and try to fix it. Please iv always followed you guys as trust you.
  14. [R49] WFTV Weather 1/5 · US Most Inaccurate Weather People: It’s impossible to plan a day with WFTV or this app. The weather team isn’t even consistent with themselves. Every broadcast and different meteorologist says something different and this app is just about as inconsistent as they are.
  15. [R52] The Weather Channel 5/5 · US Wonderful help tool: Helps me make plans... and keep up with family and friends all over the world, as well as Local on the 8’s.
  16. [R53] The Weather Channel 3/5 · US To many ads: The whole ad thing started not to long ago. I get it. That’s how you make money. When you go none to some it’s an annoyance.
  17. [R54] The Weather Channel 1/5 · US Needs updating: Why when I am at work does it say that I am at home? And when I am at home, it says I am at work? I have it set to know where it is at all times
  18. [R58] The Weather Channel 5/5 · US best ever: O keeps me updated every single day and I'm always on point with the weather
  19. [R65] AccuWeather 1/5 · US Radar sucks cock: Radar sucks.
  20. [R66] AccuWeather 5/5 · US Easy to use, easy to cypher.: See Above
  21. [R67] AccuWeather 3/5 · US Unwanted Notifications: I would like notifications of severe weather in my area. I do NOT want horrible notifications popping up on my phone about children dying in hot cars, etc. literally makes my stomach turn. Not what I signed up for.
  22. [R68] AccuWeather 2/5 · US Inaccurate weather: Do not use app for accurate weather .
  23. [R79] FOX Weather 1/5 · US Do they use their own APP: Horrible. Whenever a story from Fox turns into a story from Fox Weather, I just close it. The APP takes up WAY too much screen, making it difficult, if not, impossible at times to scroll. You guys are are reaching, trying to get articles on the weather app. There is no need for this app.
  24. [R80] FOX Weather 5/5 · US 🎯: Especially accurate at the Local Level!!!!
  25. [R81] FOX Weather 3/5 · US Layout: Finding and adding towns/city. Extended 14 day forecast.
  26. [R83] FOX Weather 5/5 · US Awesome weather channel: I use this weather app 10-20 a day. I’m a firemen and it give me what I need to stay safe everyday with what I should wear and care as backups!!!!
  27. [R93] WSB-TV Weather 2/5 · US Inaccurate many times: I’ve used WSB primarily for years to get weather information. It seems as though the weather alerts are not as accurate as they used to be. Putting in location for more specific prediction doesn’t seem to make a difference. Predictions often don’t occur. Weather is unpredictable, but with today’s technology it should be easier and more accurate to be more correct.
  28. [R94] WSB-TV Weather 5/5 · US Great app !: Love this storm team they are always dependable. The app never fails to give every notification.
  29. [R95] WSB-TV Weather 3/5 · US Weather: It doesn't update properly
  30. [R96] WSB-TV Weather 2/5 · US Not like it used to be: When I first got the app (the weather app & news app) it was always consistent and on point. Since the update it crashes and/or just hangs. A couple of months ago the take cover alert pinged my phone after the fact. I track the weather for family and friends to make sure they’re able to stay safe during severe weather. The old app gave plenty of time to prepare and get to s
  31. [R107] WDIV 4Warn Weather 2/5 · US Awful Radar: Has to be the worst radar app out there. Weather data doesn’t even match what’s going on outside… this app has been unusable for a while now. Will be deleting.
  32. [R108] WDIV 4Warn Weather 4/5 · US ☀️: Love this app. I use it on the daily. A great addition to this app would be to show what the UV index is. Just a suggestion. Thanks!
  33. [R109] WDIV 4Warn Weather 3/5 · US 1.64GB of Space?: There is absolutely no reason why this App needs to use up almost 2GB of storage.
  34. [R110] WDIV 4Warn Weather 1/5 · US From good to terrible: Amazes me that it’s had constant 1 star reviews since the change and it’s still rated good in the App Store. Another app developer that doesn’t listen to the users… how many people have to delete before bringing the old version back? Well, this used to be a good app. The best around. Very easy to use. The new version is beyond terrible. I deleted it a few days after the up
  35. [R41] WFTV Weather 1/5 · US To many scam advertisements for a new app!: The shear number ads placed on your app to fill space is rediculous. Most are flat out scams or misrepresention at best. There’s no place on a news app for these stupid ads. Example. Was getting a storm update ( hurricane) of all things… When I click the video a stupid window ad had redirected me to their site. Without my permission to boot. Sorry WFT
  36. [R61] The Weather Channel 5/5 · US Great Weather Site: Very accurate forecasts compared to other weather sites.
  37. [R64] The Weather Channel 5/5 · US Accuracy: Seems to be the most accurate weather and radar of all the apps I tried and I also like getting news on storms and weather all over the world.
  38. [R70] AccuWeather 3/5 · US Radar: The radar is almost always inaccurate.

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store