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Hurricane Tracker: Comprehensive Storm Monitoring for iOS

by EZ Apps, Inc.

4.8
IOSWeather
Hurricane Tracker provides real-time storm monitoring with NOAA data integration, push alerts, and professional analysis. Designed for coastal residents and emergency planners requiring reliable hurricane tracking capabilities.

Detailed Review

Hurricane Tracker represents one of the longest-standing storm monitoring applications on iOS, having provided tracking services since 2009. The application distinguishes itself through its comprehensive data integration from NOAA and other official meteorological sources, serving over 300,000 active users during hurricane seasons. Its market position as a dedicated storm-tracking tool makes it particularly valuable for regions prone to tropical weather systems. The application's core functionality includes access to more than 65 specialized maps and satellite images, regional push notifications for storm formations and landfall threats, and a current storm count widget for at-a-glance monitoring. Additional features include audio updates from meteorological experts and in-depth written analysis that provides context beyond raw data points. These elements combine to create a multi-layered approach to storm tracking that serves both casual observers and weather professionals. User experience demonstrates thoughtful design with an intuitive interface that organizes complex meteorological data into accessible formats. The application maintains functionality during network disruptions, a critical consideration during actual storm events when connectivity may be compromised. Real-world usage patterns show particularly heavy engagement during Atlantic hurricane season (June-November), with users frequently checking cone projections, wind field maps, and storm surge predictions. User feedback consistently highlights reliability and data comprehensiveness, with reviews from coastal residents emphasizing practical utility. User 'SlowCode' (July 21, 2025) noted 'professional level stuff' while 'Artie Bo' (May 23, 2025) praised the app's reliability after years of use. Multiple Florida-based users specifically mentioned the application's value for coastal living situations where timely storm information directly impacts safety decisions. The application demonstrates notable strengths in data accuracy and feature depth, though some users might find the interface information-dense compared to simpler weather applications. The specialized nature makes it less suitable for general weather monitoring but exceptionally valuable for its target use case. Ideal implementation occurs as part of a comprehensive emergency preparedness strategy rather than as a standalone weather application.

Key Features

  • Regional push notifications alert users to new storm formations and impending landfall threats based on their specific geographical location
  • NOAA data integration ensures meteorological information comes from official government sources with established reliability
  • 65+ specialized maps provide various visualization options including cone projections, wind fields, and satellite imagery
  • Audio updates and written analysis offer expert interpretation of complex weather data for better decision-making
  • Storm count widget enables quick monitoring of active systems without opening the full application
  • Historical storm data access allows comparison with previous seasons and storm patterns for context

Why Users Love It

Comprehensive NOAA data integration
Long-term reliability track record

Perfect for: Coastal residents and emergency preparedness professionals

Screenshots

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User Reviews

Susie Brenn1 aka Brazenhead2
Sep 26, 2025

Many thanks for your impeccably accurate forecasts,& interesting meteorological info. Extraordinary forcasts and hurricane info. over the many years(15)I’ve been withSteve and his team! Many thanks for your impeccably accurate forecasts,& interesting meteorological info.

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Nov 27, 2024

Living in south Florida, this app has been very handy for tracking the hurricanes that threaten the area. I have the widget installed but it shows a current storm whereas the app shows no storms. A readding the widget doesn’t help. But that’s the only issue. Great app Living in south Florida, this app has been very handy for tracking the hurricanes that threaten the area. I have the widget installed but it shows a current storm whereas the app shows no storms. A readding the widget doesn’t help. But that’s the only issue.

isabellepearl
Apr 5, 2025

I use this app constantly during hurricane season. It keeps me posted on where I need to pay attention to and helps me to be prepared if anything is coming my way. Living in Florida requires a constant eye on the weather and this app helps so much. Thanks to all of the people who work so hard there to keep us informed and safe. Best Tracker I use this app constantly during hurricane season. It keeps me posted on where I need to pay attention to and helps me to be prepared if anything is coming my way. Living in Florida requires a constant eye on the weather and this app helps so much. Thanks to all of the people who work so hard there to keep us informed and safe.

Artie Bo
May 23, 2025

This app is very reliable. I’ve been using since the launch. I highly recommend. When you learn how weather patterns work, an app like this helps you understand in advance. Even though most weather is predictable when you have correct data but Mother Nature has its own mind. Having this app does alert you way ahead so you can prepare. Weather is like the stock market stable then out of nowhere boom, something happens dramatic. My point is to pay attention and watch it daily to see any changes that may happen so you know what to do. This app gives the correct information needed so you can make decisions based off the data they share. Accurate information at fingertips This app is very reliable. I’ve been using since the launch. I highly recommend. When you learn how weather patterns work, an app like this helps you understand in advance. Even though most weather is predictable when you have correct data but Mother Nature has its own mind. Having this app does alert you way ahead so you can prepare. Weather is like the stock market stable then out of nowhere boom, something happens dramatic. My point is to pay attention and watch it daily to see any changes that may happen so you know what to do. This app gives the correct information needed so you can make decisions based off the data they share.

Beach Born
Jun 1, 2025

This app is wonderful. Live on coast in Fl...just three blocks from the ocean. Using it for TS (probably change to hurricane) Arthur! Keep up the great work!! Hurricane Tracker works for 2014 This app is wonderful. Live on coast in Fl...just three blocks from the ocean. Using it for TS (probably change to hurricane) Arthur! Keep up the great work!!

App Details

Developer

EZ Apps, Inc.

Platform

ios

Rating

4.8

Last Updated

10/28/2025