RadarScope
An app that shows raw storm radar the way meteorologists see it.
What RadarScope does
RadarScope is a radar tool for people who take storms seriously: storm chasers, spotters, pilots and weather nerds. It shows high-resolution radar from individual radar sites, with official warnings and storm tracks on top. It costs $9.99 once, with optional Pro subscriptions.
Regular weather apps smooth radar into a pretty blended map. RadarScope shows the raw data from a single radar site, in high resolution, including the products meteorologists use to spot rotation and hail. You switch between radar sites, play loops and check official warnings and storm tracks as they're issued.
The base purchase gets you short loops, warnings, widgets and apps for iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Android and Wear OS, plus CarPlay. Pro tiers add lightning, longer loops, multi-pane views, satellite, outlooks and historical radar. There are no ads.
Reviewers are clear that it's overkill for everyday use and has a learning curve. It doesn't give you a simple daily forecast. But if you live in tornado country or chase storms, it's built for exactly that.
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Who it's for
Skip it if: Anyone who just wants today's forecast. People who want a free app.
Pricing
RadarScope costs $9.99 up front, with no ads. Optional Pro subscriptions add more data: the US App Store lists Pro Tier 1 at $9.99 and Pro Tier 2 at $14.99 or $99.99.
Prices can vary by country. Checked 17 Oct 2026.
What people like
- The same kind of radar data meteorologists use
- Pay once for the core app, no ads
- Runs on nearly every Apple and Android device, plus CarPlay
- Updated regularly
Watch out for
- Steep learning curve
- No everyday forecast view
- The best features need a Pro subscription on top
- Built around US radar and warnings, so check coverage if you live elsewhere
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Questions people ask
Is RadarScope free?
No. It's a $9.99 purchase, and Pro tiers are optional subscriptions on top.
Is RadarScope good for beginners?
Not really. It's built for people who want raw radar data, and reviewers mention a learning curve. A simpler radar app is easier to start with.
Does RadarScope work with CarPlay and watches?
Yes. It supports CarPlay, Apple Watch and Wear OS.