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Weather Radar vs MyRadar Weather Radar Pro

Weather Radar 4.6★ · Free + IAP 45
Winner MyRadar Weather Radar Pro
MyRadar Weather Radar Pro 4.8★ · $5.99 70

MyRadar Weather Radar Pro (App B) is the better choice for reliable radar and features, despite its privacy concerns, while Weather Radar (App A) struggles with a confusing monetization strategy and recent functionality issues.

Full reviews: Weather Radar · MyRadar Weather Radar Pro

MyRadar Weather Radar Pro (App B) generally offers more accurate and reliable radar, with users appreciating its detailed features and customization options, though some are concerned about data privacy and subscription models. Weather Radar (App A) is plagued by aggressive monetization, frequent ads, and recent bugs that hinder its usability, despite some users finding its notifications accurate.

Head to head

Features edge: MyRadar Weather Radar ProR1R8R12R17
Weather Radar Weather Radar (App A) offers features like storm tracking and NOAA network access, with some users finding its notifications accurate and helpful for planning R8R17. However, recent updates have led to complaints about changes in radar display colors, cluttered interfaces, and the removal of features like cloud images R12. The ability to search other cities is also problematic, as it often ignores state distinctions R1.
MyRadar Weather Radar Pro MyRadar Weather Radar Pro (App B) is praised for its granular radar information, detailed map viewing, and customization options, including wind animations and lightning layers . Users appreciate its ability to track specific weather events like fires and typhoons, which other apps might miss . However, some users report issues with Apple Watch complications and disappearing radar icons after updates .
Ease of Use edge: MyRadar Weather Radar ProR1R7R12R15
Weather Radar Users of Weather Radar (App A) report a poor user experience due to difficulties searching for cities, a busy and cluttered initial landing page, and unreadable text on radar displays R1R12. Many find the app unintuitive and frustrating to navigate, especially with constant prompts to upgrade R7R15.
MyRadar Weather Radar Pro MyRadar Weather Radar Pro (App B) is generally considered easy to set up, use, and read, with intuitive controls for zooming and toggling layers . However, some users are annoyed by frequent notifications and walkthroughs for new features, which they find unnecessary as paying customers . There are also reports of the app defaulting to incorrect locations .
Reliability tieR6R11R17R18
Weather Radar Weather Radar (App A) has mixed reviews on accuracy, with some users calling it very accurate and dependable R11R17 while others find its weather reports incorrect or unreliable R18. A significant number of recent reviews indicate the app frequently stops loading, crashes, or gets stuck on the opening page, rendering it unusable for many R6R34.
MyRadar Weather Radar Pro MyRadar Weather Radar Pro (App B) is praised for its accuracy and reliability, particularly for radar and precipitation tracking . It's noted for providing timely warnings for rain and lightning . However, a notable number of recent complaints state the radar stops loading or the app becomes unresponsive, especially during severe weather events . Some users also find its forecasts inaccurate .
Price/Value tieR3R4R7R9
Weather Radar Weather Radar (App A) is heavily criticized for its aggressive monetization, with users reporting constant prompts to upgrade, excessive ads even for paid users, and confusing subscription models R4R7R9. Many feel it's a 'rip-off' to pay for NOAA data, which they believe should be free R3. The pricing is also seen as exorbitant, with reports of $5.99 a week or $2.99 a week R19.
MyRadar Weather Radar Pro MyRadar Weather Radar Pro (App B) is a paid app at $5.99, with some users appreciating it as a one-time purchase for its features . However, many long-term users are frustrated that features they previously paid for are now behind additional subscriptions, leading to feelings of being 'cheated' or 'scammed' R69R70R81R82. Some paid users also report still receiving ads or pestering pop-ups .
Support tieR4R34R85
Weather Radar Users of Weather Radar (App A) report difficulties in getting support, with links leading to 'nonsense' and no way to cancel subscriptions within the app R4R34.
MyRadar Weather Radar Pro MyRadar Weather Radar Pro (App B) users mention issues with support not replying to requests, such as explaining radar colors R85.
Pick Weather Radar if

you prioritize accurate weather notifications and storm tracking, and are willing to navigate aggressive monetization and potential app instability R8R17.

Pick MyRadar Weather Radar Pro if

you need granular, customizable radar information and advanced features like wind animations and lightning, and are comfortable with a one-time purchase, even if it means dealing with some privacy concerns and potential subscription changes for additional features .

Evidence note: Recent reviews for both apps show a downward trend in user satisfaction, particularly regarding app stability and monetization practices. For App A, the free-to-paid model generates significant friction, with many negative reviews stemming from perceived scams and excessive ads.

Frequently asked

Is Weather Radar (App A) truly free?
Weather Radar (App A) claims to have a free option, but many users report that clicking 'continue for free' leads directly to a free trial that automatically enrolls them in a $5.99/week subscription with no clear way to cancel within the app R4R19R53.
Does MyRadar Weather Radar Pro (App B) sell user data?
Yes, MyRadar Weather Radar Pro (App B)'s privacy policy indicates they may sell sensitive personal data, specifically precise geolocation data, to third parties including LexisNexis and insurance information exchanges R67R79R102R118.
Why are users of MyRadar Weather Radar Pro (App B) upset about subscriptions?
Many long-term users of MyRadar Weather Radar Pro (App B) are upset because features they previously paid for as part of a one-time purchase are now being moved behind new, ongoing subscription paywalls, leading them to feel cheated R69R70R81R82.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R1] Weather Radar 1/5 · US Useless to search other cities now: It’s almost useless to search other cities I’m traveling to now because the search only searches “City name, United States” ignoring that there are multiple within the country in different states. There is no way to narrow it down within the country by adding the state apparently and it doesn’t list them in the search listing. Incredibly annoying and poor user e
  2. [R8] Weather Radar 5/5 · US Storm tracker, radar channel NOAA network review: This was one of the first apps I downloaded and decided to actually pay for and it’s definitely worth it spot on better than any weather report that I’ve gotten or received. I’ll give it five stars and a big old thumbs up.
  3. [R12] Weather Radar 3/5 · US The colors on the last update are silly: I loved this app until the last update. Now when you look at the radar, the box with the temperature is light grey with white numbers…who thought that was a good idea. I am not old and even my eyes can’t read it. Put it back to the dark background on the temperature box.
  4. [R17] Weather Radar 5/5 · US Thanks: Love your notifications. Surprised by accuracy if advising when next weather event will begin in my area
  5. [R7] Weather Radar 1/5 · US Push to upgrade: Tired of having to by pass the upgrade request every time I use the app.
  6. [R15] Weather Radar 3/5 · US Too many ads even for paid users: The app is not very intuitive but I mistakenly thought it was the best available for the rural micro climate I live in so I paid for it which unlocked longer weather radar and reduced ads. Recently there have been so many ads including a pop up when I load the app even though I pay for a subscription. Now that I’ve canceled my subscription even though there’s over
  7. [R6] Weather Radar 3/5 · US The appears to be broken.: In the past this app has worked well. Since iOS version 26.3 the app will not load.
  8. [R11] Weather Radar 5/5 · US Amazing: It is very accurate!
  9. [R18] Weather Radar 3/5 · US Today?: Sometimes, like today, helpful! Sometimes not good enough to rely on. Can’t tell why but wonder if your own sources of info are less reliable because of politically supported resources having been lessened…as though there is much of anything more important these days!!! Thank you for the help this gives so many of us!
  10. [R3] Weather Radar 3/5 · US We shouldnt have to pay for Noaa: Our tax dollars pay for this.
  11. [R4] Weather Radar 1/5 · US WARNING: ORA RIP OFF: Do NOT press “Skip” when new app opens - it automatically enrolls you in the “Free Trial” and there is NO WAY TO CANCEL in the app. Free trial does not show up in iPhone “Subscriptions”. I did the update of the old app and thought I’d at least look it over despite the several comments about the old version costing way too much and charging for free NOAA info that other apps g
  12. [R9] Weather Radar 3/5 · US Ads: Just too many ads and it asks for a subscription way too often
  13. [R34] Weather Radar 1/5 · US Update fail: Since the update, my paid app does not open, not even the widget. I've uninstalled and reinstalled. I have iphone 13 pro. I try to ask for support and link takes me to some nonsense that is not support. I'd like a refund.
  14. [R85] MyRadar Weather Radar Pro 1/5 · US Confused: I paid for this app yet support can’t reply to my request about explaining the colors used in the forecast view. Very sad.
  15. [R19] Weather Radar 1/5 · US Misleading: The app says there is a free option at the bottom but when you click on the free option it then tells you it's a free trial and it's $5.99 A WEEK NOT A MONTH.
  16. [R53] Weather Radar 5/5 · US Not free: Says "continue for free" when you download the app, but then it forces you to subscribe to the 3-day free trial then pay $5.99 / week. It does NOT let you bypass this for any sort of "free" version.
  17. [R67] MyRadar Weather Radar Pro 1/5 · US App sells third parties your precise location: I’ve been a user of this app for years but selling user location data is unacceptable. Please stop selling the location data of your users. This is a snippet from the MyRadar privacy policy: “NOTICE: We may sell your sensitive personal data. In particular, we sell precise geolocation data, along with other related data, to the below third parties.
  18. [R79] MyRadar Weather Radar Pro 1/5 · US INSURANCE SPY APP: This app has a gorgeous hi-res display. Unfortunately they do sell your driving behavior to the insurance industry with the GPS and your contact information. These “partners” may include LexisNexis, Insurance Information Exchange and the 3 credit bureaus. There is no such thing as an app without costs. Minimally DO NOT give this app access to your GPS.
  19. [R102] MyRadar Weather Radar Pro 2/5 · US App privacy collecting health info?: The app now collects immense personal info, including health info on my iphone. I paid for this app. Whh is it selling my personal info? I’ve had My Radar Pr for several years, and use nothing else for radar. Excellent local weather with rain, storm, and flood warnings. I added hurricane tracking promptly. Many features such as air quality, winds, etc., a
  20. [R118] MyRadar Weather Radar Pro 1/5 · US Selling my data to car insurance companies?: Are you Selling my data to car insurance companies?
  21. [R69] MyRadar Weather Radar Pro 3/5 · US Subscription: This is a great app. To get everything else you have to have a subscription and that sucks. This should be a one time purchase and that’s it. I’d give it 5stars if there were no monthly fees for the full app. Disappointed.
  22. [R70] MyRadar Weather Radar Pro 1/5 · US scam: Locks carplay behind outrageous subscription fee even after I paid for the full price app.
  23. [R81] MyRadar Weather Radar Pro 3/5 · US Best: Best weather app there is I just hate that you have to repurchase it again on a different device I had the lifetime premium features on my Android before they turned it into a subscription which I think is stupid because I’m not paying you every month and I had to repurchase it on Apple and lost those features
  24. [R82] MyRadar Weather Radar Pro 1/5 · US Scam compared to the free version: This was a paid version of the app that unlocks most of its features but keeps some behind a subscription. Now after recent updates, there is no difference between this app and the free version, and everything that I originally paid for is now behind a monthly subscription paywall. This is unfair to everyone who originally purchased these features. One of the mos

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