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RadarScope vs Today Weather

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RadarScope

Software

Professional-grade NEXRAD radar for storm chasers

From
$9.99/one-time
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Today Weather logo

Today Weather

Software

Clean minimalist weather with multiple data sources

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Today Weather has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: RadarScope aggressive paywall restricts basic radar features behind $9.99-$109.99 annual subscriptions after initial purchase; Today Weather weather forecast accuracy is dependent on underlying data sources and cannot account for local microclimates
  • They diverge on capability: RadarScope covers NEXRAD Level 2/3, Today Weather covers Multiple data sources.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which RadarScope and Today Weather actually diverge.

Attributes where RadarScope and Today Weather differ
AttributeRadarScopeToday Weather
Starting price$9.99/one-timeFree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsiOS, Android, Apple Watch, Apple TViPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, iPod touch, Apple Vision Pro, Android
Founded20102017

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

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 RadarScope

  • NEXRAD Level 2/3
  • Super-resolution data
  • Dual-polarization
  • Storm tracking
  • Lightning data
  • GPS tracking
  • Apple Watch
  • TV apps

Only in Today Weather

  • Multiple data sources
  • Clean design
  • Hourly forecasts
  • Air quality
  • Precipitation alerts
  • Android widgets
  • iOS widgets
  • Wear OS

Both cover

  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

RadarScope

  • Professional Work
  • Content Creation

Today Weather

  • Professional Work
  • Content Creation

Both are used for professional work, content creation, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.

Where each one falls short

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

RadarScope

  • Aggressive paywall restricts basic radar features behind $9.99-$109.99 annual subscriptions after initial purchase
  • No CarPlay support, limiting usability while driving for storm chasers and weather professionals
  • App requires constant internet connectivity with no offline viewing capability
  • Missing road maps and some geographic areas do not display correctly

Today Weather

  • Weather forecast accuracy is dependent on underlying data sources and cannot account for local microclimates
  • App does not provide offline forecast capability
  • Premium features require subscription or one-time purchase

Pricing, plan by plan

RadarScope

$9.99/one-time
  • Base App$9.99/one-time
    • Full suite single-site radar products
    • 6-frame radar loops
    • Severe weather warnings
  • Pro Tier 1$9.99/year
    • 30-frame radar loops
    • Real-time lightning data
    • Cloud-to-ground detection
  • Pro Tier 2$109.99/year
    • 50-frame radar loops
    • Satellite imagery (GOES)
    • MRMS products

Today Weather

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Weather forecasts
    • Basic radar
    • Air quality and UV index
  • Premium$2.99/year
    • Ad removal
    • Full radar capabilities
    • Advanced weather alerts
  • Premium (Lifetime)$17.99/one-time
    • All premium features
    • Perpetual license

Which should you pick?

Choose RadarScope if

  • You need nexrad level 2/3.
  • You work on iOS, Android, Apple Watch, Apple TV.
  • You also want super-resolution data.
RadarScope review

Choose Today Weather if

  • You need multiple data sources.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, iPod touch, Apple Vision Pro, Android.
  • You also want clean design.
Today Weather review

Questions people ask

Is RadarScope or Today Weather better?
Neither clearly leads. RadarScope starts at $9.99/one-time and Today Weather at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, RadarScope or Today Weather?
Today Weather has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $9.99/one-time for RadarScope and Free for Today Weather.
Does RadarScope or Today Weather run on more platforms?
RadarScope runs on iOS, Android, Apple Watch, Apple TV. Today Weather runs on iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, iPod touch, Apple Vision Pro, Android.
Can I use Today Weather for free?
Yes. Today Weather has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. RadarScope starts at $9.99/one-time.
What is RadarScope best used for?
RadarScope is most often used for professional work, content creation.
What can RadarScope do that Today Weather cannot?
RadarScope covers NEXRAD Level 2/3, Super-resolution data, Dual-polarization, Storm tracking. Today Weather covers Multiple data sources, Clean design, Hourly forecasts, Air quality. Both handle Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

RadarScope: What is the base price for RadarScope?

RadarScope costs $9.99 as a one-time purchase on iOS. This includes full suite radar products, 6-frame loops, severe weather warnings, and access to US, Canada, Guam, Denmark, Finland, and Germany.

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Today Weather: Is Today Weather free?

Today Weather is free to download and use, with premium features available. Premium subscriptions are $2.99/year (with additional one-time purchase options at $17.99 for perpetual access), which unlock ad removal and full radar capabilities.

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RadarScope: What subscription tiers does RadarScope offer?

RadarScope Pro Tier 1 costs $9.99 per year and includes 30-frame loops, real-time lightning, cloud-to-ground data, and dual pane display. Pro Tier 2 adds satellite imagery (GOES), MRMS products, forecast models (GFS, ECMWF, HRRR, NAM), and 30-year NEXRAD archive access.

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Today Weather: What weather data sources does Today Weather use?

Today Weather integrates data from multiple sources including NOAA, AccuWeather, Dark Sky, Weatherbit, OpenWeatherMap, Foreca, and national meteorological services for each country such as Weather.gov (US) and UK Met Office.

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RadarScope: What platforms does RadarScope support?

RadarScope is available on iOS for iPhone and iPad. It supports Apple Watch and Apple TV widgets and complications. Android version is available via Google Play.

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Today Weather: What platforms does Today Weather support?

Today Weather is available on iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac (M1+), iPod touch, and Apple Vision Pro. An Android version is also available on Google Play.

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RadarScope: Does RadarScope work offline?

No, RadarScope requires an active internet connection to download and display radar data. The app cannot function offline.

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Today Weather: Does Today Weather offer widgets?

Yes, Today Weather includes 23 customizable widgets with multiple styles, allowing users to see weather data they need directly on their home screen.

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RadarScope: What geographic coverage does RadarScope provide?

RadarScope covers the US, Canada, Guam, Denmark, Finland, and Germany with full suite single-site radar products. Pro Tier 2 provides 30-year NEXRAD archive access for historical analysis.

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