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14FirstAlert Weather TriState vs Clime

14FirstAlert Weather TriState 4.7★ · Free to download 60
Winner Clime
Clime 4.5★ · Free + IAP 75

Clime offers more comprehensive weather information and features for those willing to pay, while 14FirstAlert Weather TriState is a free, local option, but is hampered by frequent ads and technical issues.

Full reviews: 14FirstAlert Weather TriState · Clime

Clime provides extensive weather tools and reliable forecasts, though most advanced features are behind a paywall. 14FirstAlert Weather TriState is a free local weather app, but users frequently complain about excessive ads, app crashes, and inconsistent radar functionality.

Head to head

Features edge: ClimeR11R13R14R15
14FirstAlert Weather TriState 14FirstAlert Weather TriState is praised for its ability to provide real-time temperature, tornado notifications, and storm alerts, with some users appreciating the detailed hourly and daily forecasts and the ability to pause and zoom radar R11R14R15. However, some users miss older features like future radar and a better map interface R13.
Clime Clime offers a wide array of weather information, including past, present, and future weather, and multiple tools for customization . Users value its alerts for tropical weather and hazardous situations . However, many crucial features, such as future radar, hurricane tracking, and detailed NWS alerts, are locked behind a subscription R64R75R113.
Ease of Use edge: ClimeR1R6R37R39
14FirstAlert Weather TriState Some users find 14FirstAlert's new format difficult to navigate R1, and others are frustrated by panels not defaulting correctly, requiring swiping through multiple screens to reach the map R39. The app also has issues with live feeds not working during warnings R6 and videos lacking sound R37.
Clime Clime is generally considered easy to use, with users appreciating its straightforward interface and the ability to set and change locations easily . However, some users find the app difficult to navigate and have trouble finding keys for map colors .
Reliability tieR4R8R9R10
14FirstAlert Weather TriState 14FirstAlert Weather TriState receives mixed reviews on reliability. Many users praise its accuracy and real-time updates for local weather and storm alerts R8R14R35. However, a significant number report issues with the app not loading, crashing frequently, radar not working or being slow, and inaccurate forecasts, especially for specific local areas R4R9R10R12.
Clime Clime is often described as reliable and accurate by its users, with many considering it their go-to weather source . Conversely, a notable number of users report inaccuracies, with the app showing rain when there isn't any, or no storms on radar when heavy rain is occurring .
Price/Value tieR7R19R22R23
14FirstAlert Weather TriState 14FirstAlert Weather TriState is free to download, but users are highly critical of the overwhelming number of pop-up ads, which often hinder access to critical weather information, especially during severe weather events R7R19R22R23. Many feel the ads compromise safety and the app's primary purpose R28R59.
Clime Clime is free to download but heavily relies on in-app purchases and subscriptions. Users widely complain about the high cost, with weekly charges of $9.99 R67 or monthly costs of $40 R67, and state that most useful features are paywalled R64. Many feel the free version is too limited to be useful R64R113.
Support tieR3R9R12R15
14FirstAlert Weather TriState Users express frustration with persistent technical issues like crashing and loading problems R9R12 and radar not working R15. There are also complaints about the siren alert sound R3 and unwanted notifications for news , suggesting a lack of responsiveness to user feedback on these issues.
Clime Reviews do not provide specific details about direct customer support experiences for Clime. However, the prevalence of complaints regarding the high subscription cost and paywalled features R64R67 suggests that the pricing model itself is a point of contention that users feel is not being addressed.
Pick 14FirstAlert Weather TriState if

You prioritize a free, local weather app and are willing to tolerate frequent ads and occasional technical glitches R7R28R59. You value specific local news and weather reporting from Channel 14 R8R35.

Pick Clime if

You are willing to pay for a comprehensive weather app with a wide range of tools, detailed forecasts, and reliable alerts, especially for severe weather and travel . You need advanced radar and storm tracking features that are typically behind a paywall R75.

Evidence note: The free-vs-paid asymmetry is very strong here. 14FirstAlert Weather TriState is free, and most negative reviews focus on ads and technical issues. Clime is free to download but heavily monetized, leading to many negative reviews about its high subscription costs and limited free features. This makes a direct comparison on 'value' challenging, as the user expectations for a free vs. paid experience differ significantly.

Frequently asked

Is Clime free to use?
Clime is free to download, but most advanced features, including future radar and detailed severe weather alerts, are locked behind a subscription, with some users reporting weekly charges of $9.99 R64R67R75R113.
Does 14FirstAlert Weather TriState have ads?
Yes, 14FirstAlert Weather TriState has frequent and sometimes intrusive pop-up ads that users report can hinder access to weather information, especially during severe weather events R7R19R28R59.
Which app is more accurate?
Both apps receive mixed reviews regarding accuracy; 14FirstAlert Weather TriState is praised by many for local accuracy but criticized for being inaccurate in specific areas R4R10R35R49, while Clime is often called reliable but also reported to show incorrect weather conditions like rain when it's clear .

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R11] 14FirstAlert Weather TriState 5/5 · US Love it: I love this app it’s so good and it tells me when there’s a tornado
  2. [R13] 14FirstAlert Weather TriState 1/5 · US Map downgrade: The maps were better prior to version 6.1.302. This is not an upgrade.
  3. [R14] 14FirstAlert Weather TriState 5/5 · US 14FirstAlert: 14FirstAlert Is always telling me what exactly the temperature is and is always notifying me for tornados, snow and storms
  4. [R15] 14FirstAlert Weather TriState 3/5 · US Weather app: Love the hourly & daily forecasts. Wish the radar worked more often.
  5. [R1] 14FirstAlert Weather TriState 1/5 · US New Format: I DO NOT like this new format, when my phone upgraded, it changed it. I prefer the old STYLE Much Better !! This new one is too difficult to fiqure out !!!!
  6. [R6] 14FirstAlert Weather TriState 3/5 · US Live feeds: Couldn’t get the weather live feeds on this app during all the tornado warnings yesterday.
  7. [R37] 14FirstAlert Weather TriState 1/5 · US Weather Outlook Bideos: Why do so many of the weather outlooks not have sound on them? The preceding advertisement does.
  8. [R39] 14FirstAlert Weather TriState 3/5 · US Good but panels are frustrating: I have set the map as my default panel and just about every time I load the app the Headlines panel comes up as my default. Then I have to swipe through 4 or 5 panels to get to the map. I think your map is better than the Weather Channel app, but the panels are an absolute pain. I would give it 5 stars if the default panels starts working again or make the app like
  9. [R4] 14FirstAlert Weather TriState 2/5 · US If ypu live near the ohio river do not expect an accurate forcast: I use the WFIE First Alert Weather app regularly because I want a reliable local source, but the overall experience has become increasingly difficult to deal with. I live in 47714, and the weather never matches where I live. I would appreciate money being invested into equipment that would allow localized neighborhood weather. Don'
  10. [R8] 14FirstAlert Weather TriState 5/5 · US Channel 14 - Rocks: I love the weather report I get daily! I know it is well trust d in my book! Thank you Channel 14!!!❤️❤️❤️
  11. [R9] 14FirstAlert Weather TriState 3/5 · US App won’t open anymore...: Have had the app for several years and have always loved it. Not sure what has happened but, it just gives me the “boot” screen w/the spinning wheel of death, and never opens. Have rebooted my phone and even deleted and re-downloaded app to no avail
  12. [R10] 14FirstAlert Weather TriState 1/5 · US Never accurate weather: We need Mike Blake back at least his reporting was correct.
  13. [R7] 14FirstAlert Weather TriState 1/5 · US Ads: Way too many pop up ads to get to the info in the site & then continued adds while trying to navigate from one city to another.
  14. [R19] 14FirstAlert Weather TriState 1/5 · US Ads are gross: This used to be my go-to weather app but I had to stop using it for the ridiculous and sometimes disgusting advertisements. Most of the time they weren’t even promoting a product, just vaguely describing a misinformed life hack meant as clickbait for who-knows-what. I remember one that said to pour alcohol into your air vents. The one that made me uninstall had dust mites crawling o
  15. [R22] 14FirstAlert Weather TriState 1/5 · US First alert Severe Weather: Phone says to check the app for upcoming severe weather and I go to it and there’s sound for commercial, but none for the alert! Not a very good app if it’s main focus is on making $$, but not alerting folks about weather
  16. [R23] 14FirstAlert Weather TriState 4/5 · US Ads: Love this app!! I wish the ads would turn off during severe weather events. Yesterday we had tornadoes everywhere and I couldn’t get the app to load past the very first screen with the vehicle add.
  17. [R3] 14FirstAlert Weather TriState 3/5 · US Siren alert!: This sound is SO ANNOYING! Please change it
  18. [R12] 14FirstAlert Weather TriState 3/5 · US App: Sometimes it doesn’t load. Same with the news app. Just letting you know. I have a new phone and it’s updated. Other than that it’s good.
  19. [R64] Clime 1/5 · US $$$$$: VERY LIMITED !! Unless you PAY LOTS IF EXTRA $$$, Compared to other reliable weather apps, you might just as well look at your thermometer & look out your window for what they give you here for free !! They won’t even give you additional info on NWS Severe Weather alerts and warnings, unless you PAY, & PAY, & PAY & PAY MORE !!!!! Ps… I actually get more specific & accurate information from
  20. [R67] Clime 1/5 · US $10 a month for radar?: Predatory app. This app preys on the unsuspecting via $9.99/week charge. On what planet does it cost $40 a month to see radar forecast ? Do not download, plenty of alternatives with free radar forecast or much cheaper subscriptions.
  21. [R75] Clime 3/5 · US Good but…: The issue is that you need a subscription for most of the stuff, it’s good and all but I’m not paying for the ability to see hurricanes and other radar systems
  22. [R113] Clime 2/5 · GB Used to be good but now almost everything is behind a paywall: When I downloaded this app a few years ago, it was really accurate and useful for helping me predict the weather. Now it's a subscription service and almost everything is behind a pay wall. All you get for free now is if it's raining or not rn. Which you can just look out of a window. If you go on the internet even bing will provide yo
  23. [R28] 14FirstAlert Weather TriState 1/5 · US Too Many Adds that could cost your life: This isn’t the weather app, this is a app that makes 14 news money from all their adds. Please do not install, it will one day cost everything you love, Smothering your eyes with the same five adds back to back before you can get somewhere safe in time or to see the next wave of storms coming. I assure you this “weather app” will not protect you or the ones
  24. [R59] 14FirstAlert Weather TriState 2/5 · US Too many ads: There are too many ads. Last week we had tornadoes in our area. All we had was our phones and this app during a power outage. When we open the app to see updates, warnings, or live feed we have to watch an ad! I feel that a weather app that is sometimes your only way to get updates in a dangerous situation, there shouldn’t be any ads playing! If no ads, I would give a 5 star review a
  25. [R35] 14FirstAlert Weather TriState 5/5 · US Owensboro citizen: We can always depend on Channel 14 News and Weather for accurate information . First thing we do is turn on Channel 14 for information on weather or any emergency .Papaw
  26. [R49] 14FirstAlert Weather TriState 2/5 · US The reason: The reason for this is not just for the app but for the whole newscast too. We live in southern Muhlenberg county. When it comes to general weather and severe weather you seem to miss our community past Weir. We usually have to go to News channel 5 to see what is coming our way. I have always loved your station and have always counted on it. Then when I moved next to the Plantation Hou

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