Head-to-head

FOX Weather vs FOX News

FOX Weather 4.8★ · Free + IAP 78

Winner FOX Weather

FOX News 4.4★ · Free + IAP 65

Choose FOX Weather for better accuracy and user experience.

FOX Weather outperforms FOX News in user satisfaction, particularly in accuracy and features. While both apps have their share of ads, FOX Weather's users generally report a more reliable experience.

Head to head

features edge: FOX Weather^R2^R5^R10

FOX Weather Users appreciate the accurate local forecasts and detailed radar in FOX Weather, stating it's their go-to for weather updates ^R2^R5^R10.

FOX News FOX News users mention the app is informative but often criticize it for being cluttered and less focused on weather (no specific references to features).

ease of use tie^R1^R6^R22

FOX Weather Some users find FOX Weather's layout confusing and cluttered, but many appreciate its usability for quick weather checks ^R1^R6^R22.

FOX News Users of FOX News report that the app can be difficult to navigate, particularly when looking for specific weather articles (no specific references).

reliability edge: FOX Weather^R10^R20^R40

FOX Weather Many FOX Weather users trust the app for timely and accurate forecasts, though some express frustration with inaccuracies ^R10^R20^R40.

FOX News FOX News users do not provide substantial feedback on reliability, with general comments on content rather than weather accuracy (no specific references).

price/value tie^R5^R24^R46

FOX Weather FOX Weather is free with in-app purchases, and users feel they get good value despite ads ^R5^R24^R46.

FOX News FOX News is also free with in-app purchases, but users often feel overwhelmed by ads and the content (no specific references).

support tie^R27^R31

FOX Weather Users report issues with receiving support for problems, indicating a lack of responsiveness ^R31^R27.

FOX News Similar sentiments are expressed for FOX News, with users feeling unsupported when navigating issues (no specific references).

Pick FOX Weather if

you want accurate local weather forecasts and a reliable app experience.

Pick FOX News if

you prefer a news-centric app with some weather information.

Evidence note: Both apps have free tiers, which may explain some negative reviews due to ads and limitations. FOX Weather generally has a higher user satisfaction rating.

Frequently asked

Which app is better for accurate weather forecasts?

FOX Weather is better for accurate forecasts, with many users praising its reliability and local accuracy, while FOX News users do not focus on weather accuracy ^R2^R5^R10.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 50 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

[R2] FOX Weather 5/5 · US 🎯: Especially accurate at the Local Level!!!!
[R5] 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!!!!
[R10] FOX Weather 5/5 · US Great information: I can always depend on getting timely weather forecasts.
[R1] 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.
[R6] FOX Weather 3/5 · US Highly disruptive ads: Waay too much annoying advertising covering entire screen just to read basic information.
[R22] FOX Weather 4/5 · US Days are not updated: Love the app but there are times that the day or times are not updated and they show yesterday times and I have to reboot my apple phone to correct it. I also paid for the no adds and I still get them.
[R20] FOX Weather 5/5 · US Best: Best weather app available.
[R40] FOX Weather 5/5 · US Great app: Always reliable!
[R24] FOX Weather 5/5 · US On Point: FOX Weather is my go to for Weather. Accurate as can be in a tight little box. Love it.
[R46] FOX Weather 5/5 · US Reliable weather reports: Always reliable reports on all aspects of weather
[R27] FOX Weather 1/5 · US Sad & unethical: Aggressive pop up apps causing to miss direct and persistently keep you away checking the local weather. Naturally is all about money not serving public safety weather forecasts.
[R31] FOX Weather 1/5 · US Confusing App: I receive notifications of weather events and when I click on them I am taken to a map that has nothing to do with location of the event. Something is amiss but good luck getting an answer out of Fox Weather.

Synthesized from 50 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store