My Lightning Tracker & Alerts by JRustonApps B.V. establishes itself as a specialized meteorological tool for monitoring global lightning activity with near real-time precision. The application fills a specific niche in weather tracking by focusing exclusively on electrical storm phenomena, differentiating itself from broader weather applications through its specialized lightning detection capabilities and historical data presentation. The core functionality centers on a global map interface that displays lightning strikes as they occur, utilizing data from multiple detection networks. Users can access detailed strike information including timestamp, location coordinates, and intensity metrics. The application features customizable alert systems that notify users when lightning occurs within user-defined radii of their location, with adjustable sensitivity settings for strike density and proximity. Historical data visualization shows lightning hotspot patterns over selectable timeframes, enabling users to identify areas with frequent electrical activity. Interface design employs a clean, map-centric layout with intuitive controls for zooming, panning, and adjusting data layers. The radar feature provides animated storm progression visualizations, though some users report occasional performance issues when accessing this functionality. Real-world usage patterns indicate the app serves both practical safety applications—such as receiving warnings before storms reach vulnerable areas—and meteorological interest purposes for tracking storm development and movement patterns across regions. User feedback trends highlight generally positive experiences with the alert functionality, with Richard Straub (2025-08-23) noting it 'works better than the warnings I get from my weather app' during thunderstorms. However, multiple reviews including Janine (2025-06-03) and Tom Hilliar (2025-02-05) criticize aggressive advertising implementation, particularly full-screen ads and misleading prompts to download unrelated applications. These advertising practices appear to contradict the app's otherwise professional presentation and utility. The application demonstrates clear strengths in specialized lightning detection and customizable alert systems, particularly valuable for users in lightning-prone regions like the southern US where Reece Smith (2025-05-07) reports using it for equipment protection. Limitations include intrusive advertising implementation and occasional promotional tactics that detract from the user experience. Ideal use cases include outdoor event planning, agricultural operations, and personal safety preparation in regions with frequent electrical storms.