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Clime: NOAA Weather Radar vs The Weather Channel

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Clime: NOAA Weather Radar

Weather

Real-time NOAA radar with hurricane tracking

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
The Weather Channel logo

The Weather Channel

Weather

America's most trusted weather source with real-time forecasts

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only The Weather Channel has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Clime: NOAA Weather Radar no pricing information published on website; The Weather Channel premium radar features are limited to iOS and macOS; not available on Android or other platforms
  • They diverge on capability: Clime: NOAA Weather Radar covers NOAA radar, The Weather Channel covers 10-day forecasts.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Clime: NOAA Weather Radar and The Weather Channel actually diverge.

Attributes where Clime: NOAA Weather Radar and The Weather Channel differ
AttributeClime: NOAA Weather RadarThe Weather Channel
Starting priceOn requestFree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsiOS, AndroidiOS, Android, Web, Apple TV, Samsung Smart TV, Roku
Founded20101982

Identical on both: pricing model (Unknown), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Weather).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Clime: NOAA Weather Radar

  • NOAA radar
  • Hurricane tracking
  • Precipitation forecast
  • Weather maps
  • NOAA data feeds
  • NWS alerts

Only in The Weather Channel

  • 10-day forecasts
  • Hourly predictions
  • Interactive radar
  • Air quality index
  • Smart home devices
  • Connected cars
  • Wearables
  • Web support

Both cover

  • Severe weather alerts
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Clime: NOAA Weather Radar

  • Weather radar and forecastingnot The Weather Channel
  • Hurricane and storm trackingnot The Weather Channel
  • Real-time weather alertsnot The Weather Channel
  • Lightning detectionnot The Weather Channel

The Weather Channel

  • Checking daily and 10-day local weather forecastsnot Clime: NOAA Weather Radar
  • Tracking storms and hurricanes via Storm Radarnot Clime: NOAA Weather Radar
  • Viewing weather radar mapsnot Clime: NOAA Weather Radar
  • Getting severe weather alertsnot Clime: NOAA Weather Radar
  • Accessing weather news and video content on weather.comnot Clime: NOAA Weather Radar

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Clime: NOAA Weather Radar

  • No pricing information published on website
  • App available but no clear monetization model disclosed
  • Pricing model or free/paid distinction not specified
  • In-app purchases or premium features not mentioned

The Weather Channel

  • Premium radar features are limited to iOS and macOS; not available on Android or other platforms
  • Premium subscription required for advanced radar customization
  • Premium perks tied to partner deals which may change

Pricing, plan by plan

Clime: NOAA Weather Radar

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Clime: NOAA Weather Radar review.

The Weather Channel

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Rain radar and storm tracker
    • Allergy tracker
    • 24-hour future radar
  • Premium$29.99/year
    • All free features
    • Premium perks program (up to USD 187 value)
    • 18Birdies golf app access (30% off plus free week)

Which should you pick?

Choose Clime: NOAA Weather Radar if

  • You need noaa radar.
  • You work on iOS, Android.
  • You also want hurricane tracking.
Clime: NOAA Weather Radar review

Choose The Weather Channel if

  • You need 10-day forecasts.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android, Web, Apple TV, Samsung Smart TV, Roku.
  • You also want hourly predictions.
The Weather Channel review

Questions people ask

Is Clime: NOAA Weather Radar or The Weather Channel better?
Neither clearly leads. Clime: NOAA Weather Radar starts at On request and The Weather Channel at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Clime: NOAA Weather Radar or The Weather Channel?
The Weather Channel has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Clime: NOAA Weather Radar and Free for The Weather Channel.
Does Clime: NOAA Weather Radar or The Weather Channel run on more platforms?
Clime: NOAA Weather Radar runs on iOS, Android. The Weather Channel runs on iOS, Android, Web, Apple TV, Samsung Smart TV, Roku.
Can I use The Weather Channel for free?
Yes. The Weather Channel has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Clime: NOAA Weather Radar starts at On request.
What is Clime: NOAA Weather Radar best used for?
Clime: NOAA Weather Radar is most often used for weather radar and forecasting, hurricane and storm tracking, real-time weather alerts, lightning detection. Of those, weather radar and forecasting and hurricane and storm tracking are not what The Weather Channel is typically brought in for.
What can Clime: NOAA Weather Radar do that The Weather Channel cannot?
Clime: NOAA Weather Radar covers NOAA radar, Hurricane tracking, Precipitation forecast, Weather maps. The Weather Channel covers 10-day forecasts, Hourly predictions, Interactive radar, Air quality index. Both handle Severe weather alerts, Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Clime: NOAA Weather Radar: How much does the Clime weather app cost?

Clime does not publish pricing information on their website. To determine whether the app is free or requires payment, users must check the iOS App Store or Google Play Store directly.

Source
The Weather Channel: What is the cost of The Weather Channel Premium?

The Weather Channel Premium subscription costs USD 29.99 annually with a 7-day free trial before the annual charge is applied.

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Clime: NOAA Weather Radar: Are there in-app purchases or premium features in Clime?

Clime's website does not disclose whether premium features or in-app purchases exist. Check the app store listing for detailed pricing and feature information.

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The Weather Channel: What premium features are included?

The Weather Channel Premium includes premium perks program offering up to USD 187 in partner deals, access to 18Birdies golf app (30% off plus free week), and professional-grade customizable radar with high-resolution single-site radar on iOS and macOS devices.

Source
The Weather Channel: What are the free features available?

Free features include rain radar, storm tracker, allergy tracker, 24-hour future radar, storm alerts, Feels Like temperature, hourly and daily forecasts, weather widgets with dark mode support, and air quality monitoring.

The Weather Channel: What devices are supported?

The Weather Channel app is available on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Samsung Smart TV, Roku, and other streaming platforms.

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