StormWatch+ Reviews

by Amy In Tennessee

I paid $8.99 for StormWatch because it was recommended by a local weather expert and I wanted notifications for my exact location as a backup to my NOAA radio. It never occurred to me that StormWatch would not do the same things as my free Weather Underground app. For example, every time I open StormWatch I have to choose my layers, while my WU app saves them until I change them. Also, when I see an area with a storm watch or warning, I can’t tap it to get the information, while my free WU app gives me the complete NWS watch / warning info just by tapping the shades polygon anywhere on the map. My free WU app will give me a complete extended forecast and an hourly forecast for anywhere, but StormWatch only gives me a few highlights for one day. I can’t find anything that lets me look at a daily forecast for any location. Also StormWatch takes more than two or three minutes to load every time I open it. My free WU app pops up immediately every time. And, regarding the push notifications for my area, it constantly notifies me that the watch is continuing ... I really don’t need reminding, trust me, when it comes to severe weather I am on alert all the time. It’s ironic that StormWatch advertises no unnecessary notifications when every few minutes it beeps to say “your watch is still in effect.” And if that isn’t enough, in this morning’s storms StormWatch’s radar was waaaayyy behind my free WU app’s radar. I am not happy and would like a refund. $8.99 a year is not worth it.

by Bass_Fishing1

First you can’t change the map, all hybrid. Second on a iPhone trying to read the options of layers is awful it is all bunched up, terrible. You brag about alerts but to pay for them, plenty of other free apps that that is not a cost. Sorry but deleting.

Update: Wow takes 2 weeks to get a response. I am using an iPhone 8 that all updates are current. The part that is very hard to read is where you click for the radar or it shows a somewhat of a description of what the day maybe through the day. So that is the issue but again with no “future radar” and no standard maps or even light or dark menu I will again delete StormWatch .

by BigGulp26

Constantly freezes and crashes. The only part of StormWatch I can actually use is the radar.

by Chouk

Can’t create password to set up account. Blank password keyboard

by Thisnaneistakenlol&-&:8382

Sometimes StormWatch will glitch out an kick me out for no good reason. persisting problem right now with serve weather areas not showing color. not showing the risk zones like “slght mrgnl etc.” tried contact by email but they didn’t care enough to respond.

by Elijahbvzw

When this works, it is awesome! The alerts are good.

That said, more often than not the weather info won’t load. I paid too much for this to be unreliable, especially since it is supposed to keep me safe.

by Weeble 1973

I heard great reviews about StormWatch after the tornadoes ripped through Tennessee. So I downloaded it hoping it would be better than the weather channel app. And it looks great, but every time I try to go to the radar it crashes.

by 5horses

For having to purchase the alerts/premium version for $8 a year, I expected StormWatch to be flawless. Not so
Nothing ever loads. EVER.
Any way to get my money back?!

by Bdodd02

A few days ago it quit loading info for my location/address. Icon just spins. My settings are on and the same as previously when it worked.

by Johnnievp

(Response to developer's response: You probably should make it clearer what the free version of StormWatch offers, as this was recommended elsewhere online by someone who lauded the alert functionality for severe weather events. I was ready to probably pay the 8.99 for this functionality, but again, I think this generally should be charged at the outset if its the core functionality an app is providing. That said, if the other features you mentioned are adding value as well (I wasn't aware of them), they should again be pointed out so people are clear on the difference between the free and premium product. Raised review to 3 stars for now - still won't be subscribing as I think the charge should be provided up front (you could also consider offering a separate "premium" app if you really want to make the initial download free but want to have a pay product as well). I'll consider editing/deleting the review later if I have a chance to check out free version

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This is essentially just a weather radar app with some basic severe weather safety tips unless you invest the $8.99 in buying the full version, as far as I could tell. The $8.99 is very reasonable for the service (apparently) provided, but it's poor form offering this free version with such limited functionality imo. Just charge $8.99 at the outset and I probably would have paid it & hopefully rated 5 stars.

by Ipad News Junkie

App has worked since ios8

by TNWeatherNerd

The latest update to this app+ makes an already invaluable app, which provides instant National Weather Service severe weather warnings for your exact location, also be a first-class weather app with a great radar and local NWS temps and forecasts. Way to go guys!

by KristinZas

Storm Watch + has kept my family safe on more than one occasion. It is louder and more timely than our local sirens. I've also tested it against The Weather Channel's app and it gives quicker, more accurate updates. Additionally, it offers tips to stay protected that help me make sure I can keep my family safe and sound.

I don't leave home without it, ever.

by Za427

Reading through some of the one to three star reviews it seems everyone’s complaint is having to pay for StormWatch. The quality of StormWatch is very good, the weather radar wherever you are is awesome (and has saved me multiple times), and I’m okay paying for that quality. If you want something free, this won’t be as amazing as what those paying for it get so align your expectations before downloading.

NashSevereWeather directed me here after our last tornado and I’m glad they did.

by Southlouisiana

It works! I bought it to have something to wake me up if a tornado was coming. I decided to test the audio by opting for an alert for a tornado watch. The next time that happened, i heard no alert. I checked all my settings; everything was turned on. I sent an email to Support. An hour later i heard a piercing sound, audible from two rooms away. Tornado warning! A very nice support person explained that the alerts for watches are the phone's default Notification sound. For my phone, that's not very loud, and I missed it. But the "warning" sound is loud, just as it should be.

by Yortho272

Decent app

by Alecia1874

StormWatch is EXACTLY what I was looking for! It’s simple yet informative! It’s nationwide and it’s the best!

by Milanracer190

Love being able to check the day’s hourly forecast so quickly.

by Memphis_tom

I used to live in Memphis where I initially came across StormWatch many years ago. Two years ago I moved to Myrtle Beach and thankfully StormWatch works anywhere in the USA. All you have to do is set your location.

There are no tornado warning sirens in the Carolinas, thus, StormWatch is especially more important than ever.

Today, we had a tornado come through parts of Georgetown and Horry Counties. The closest observed damage was only two miles away. StormWatch gave me ample warning to take action if necessary.

I highly recommend StormWatch. It is a potential life saver and worth the cost.

by ChrisW2364

I am a storm spotter. I use this ap and RadarScope to chase and spot storms. I have used the weather alerts ap and many others but nothing compares to the accuracy of this one. No false alarms, no alarms about storms out of my range. This ap is extremely reliable vs the competition. Today during a tornado outbreak storm watch went off to let me know a tornado was near, while weather alerts failed to do so.

by Shauna Teevan

Free app, but it actually charges you $6.99 to get emergency push notifications! I'm deleting it, because I don't want to pay extra for it to do what I thought it was going to do in the first place.

by Tutu2254

As the wife of a very successful app developer, listing your product as free, then providing zero service unless you chose to pay $6.99 is misleading and dishonest. While I appreciate the fine print on this issue, and asking for no negative reviews, please consider changing your bait and switch business approach. Make it free or mark it as paid. Not worth the download.

by Hallwaygiant

The recent redesign is an improvement overall but it still definitely needs to be refined. For example it currently lacks a position map marker or a way to recenter the view to your location if you zoom out or scroll around.

by Demingboys

So, I love the free forecast and radar. Radar loads SO much faster than the Weather channel app and it doesn't get jerky zooming in and out.

The extra this app+ service is rock solid, alerted to any weather that pops up in my area that I need to know about.

Get StormWatch!

by Drobs

Works as advertised. I love how loud StormWatch is - always gets my attention. Great customer service if you have any questions.

by #90lukechristensen

Love it. Helps me know everything there is to know about the weather! Great work.

by Themadpadder

App is even better with this new update, fixed all bugs I had, love StormWatch