QuakeWatch

Name: QuakeWatch
Rating: 4.3 (78 reviews)
Author: LateNightProjects

by LateNightProjects

iPhone · iPad

Abandoned risk Last checked 31 Jul 2026

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At a glance: $0.99

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News
Weather

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Key functions

Function	Availability	Access	Scope	Evidence
Family Sharing	Yes	Unknown	App Store	Store published

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Shown for US

Price: $0.99

Last verified 31 Jul 2026

Ratings & reviews

App Store

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4.3 78 ratings · App Store

4/5Good app - updated
I have to say after trying about 15 earthquake apps, i have found this one to be the easiest and nicest to use. The data is presented very well on the list page and the fonts are readable. Also the map is reasonably well done. By the way, the ability to adjust font size is much appreciated. Thank you! The one function this app is lacking is push notifications. I read once where they have some agreement not to do notices but that greatly reduces this app's value as you have to have a different earthquake app with notices to know an earthquake just happened and where so you can look them up on this one. In time, everyone will just stop using (and purchasing) this app if the developers don't add that functionality.

The emusifyer · 31 Jul 2026
4/5Goes hand in hand with Dutchsinse on You Tube
This app is great, but I remember when I first downloaded this app, a few months back, I was able to zoom into an area, much closer than I can now.. what happened to the pixels? It’s not as clear anymore.. I liked it before when I could see exactly what the terrain looks like, where the quake hit. I would really appreciate if you could fix that issue! Thanks!!

shortygir5 · 31 Jul 2026
5/5Best of the Lot!
Because this app pulls from numerous sources and not JUST USGS-who have a reputation for under-reporting or even NOT reporting quakes which may affect their corporate sponsors-after trying NUMEROUS quake apps, I ALWAYS return to this one. My only problem has been notifications. But, now I have an app that ONLY gives push notifications, (not much detail), and I can just open THIS app for all my detail! Have also recommended to fellow Dutch-watchers. While I personally have only experienced a few quakes personally and live in a rather low risk zone; after the Aug ‘11 quake knocked my building off its foundation here in Pa; and I have friends & family in high-risk zones, I prefer to keep INFORMED & PREPARED!

SoloPocono · 31 Jul 2026
5/5Very Helpful App
The information is nearly instantaneous. Living in earthquake rich territory makes this app indespensable. When I feel shaking I open the app and within minutes have magnitude, location, depth, and distance from where I am. No frills, just solid science and up to the minute seismic information.

CalyroCA · 31 Jul 2026
5/5Fabulous App
This should be on everyone’s phone or tablet right beside their favorite weather app! I have been using this app for years, and it just keeps getting better. There is so much to learn from QuakeWatch. Real-time information always fascinates me. I highly recommend this excellent app.

Va flowers · 31 Jul 2026

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Versions

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2.3.1
* Extend micro quake listings for Canada, Australia, and Italy. * Changes responding to some reported blank screens.
2.4
iPad users: Do not update to this version yet. A map system bug is occurring due to a recent earthquake "off the map" which is causing crashes. Wait for the forthcoming 2.4.1. -------- • New for iPad! The most popular earthquake app on the iPhone is now universal for the iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch. • Support for posting earthquake information via Twitter and Facebook! • See detailed quake information from the world map. • Numerous design improvements. • The INGV feed has been updated after its recent change.
2.4.1
2.4 • New for iPad! The most popular earthquake app on the iPhone is now universal for the iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch. • Support for posting earthquake information via Twitter and Facebook! • See detailed quake source information directly from the world map. • Numerous design improvements. • The INGV feed has been updated after its recent change. 2.4.1 • Fix a map crash bug especially evident on the iPad.
2.4.2
Update for the recently changed Australian data feed (GSA). Several small user-requested UI changes: • Add earthquake depth to the listing. • Improved landscape layout of the iPad earthquake view. • Additional size option for world map views.
2.4.3
• Fix link to tsunami report • Update for changed BGS feed • Facebook single sign-on support
2.4.4
• Fix for iOS 3.x users. 2.4.3 • Fix link to tsunami report • Update for changed BGS feed • Facebook single sign-on support
2.4.5
• Improved Twitter text submission. • Fix for remembering when Local distance setting is set to zero.
2.5
* Network connection fix for iOS 5 users. * Faster USGS updates. * Improved Twitter connectivity.
2.6
• Ability to share via text messages (SMS). • Expanded Tsunami reporting to include: The US West Coast and Alaska Tsunami Warnings page. The Australian Tsunami Warnings page. The Japan Meteorological Agency Tsunami Warnings page. • Added earthquake data for Germany. • Native Twitter support on iOS 5.x. This release is officially iOS 4.x and higher only. QuakeWatch is always seeking to expand its worldwide earthquake coverage. So if you know of any agencies providing data, or if you work for an agency and would like to be included, please get in touch. Thanks!
2.7
* Add Mexico earthquake feed. * Update the Canada feed. * More descriptive USGS location text in lists. * Removed the INGV feed as it is no longer publicly available. * Fix for polar quakes crashing the world map on iOS 4. * Ability to specify in Settings if "local" quakes are sorted by time or distance. * Auto-enable regional earthquake services based on location.
2.7.1
2.7.1 * Improve Facebook posting. * Improve EMSC feed handling. 2.7 * Add Mexico earthquake feed. * Update the Canada feed. * More descriptive USGS location text in lists. * Removed the INGV feed as it is no longer publicly available. * Fix for polar quakes crashing the world map on iOS 4. * Ability to specify in Settings if "local" quakes are sorted by time or distance. * Auto-enable regional earthquake services based on location.
2.7.2
• Update for the Canadian feed changes. • Improvement to the Mexico feed. • Update the NOAA Tsunami Notification links. • Fix for missing quake entries reported by some. • Restore the Set Home feature on the iPhone.
2.7.3
2.7.3 • Updated the New Zealand feed. 2.7.2 • Updated the Canadian feed. • Updated the NOAA Tsunami notification links. • Fix problem some have seen with missing quakes. • Restore the Set Home feature on the iPhone.
2.7.4
2.7.4 • Fix for settings under iOS 6. 2.7.3 • Updated the New Zealand feed. 2.7.2 • Updated the Canadian feed. • Updated the NOAA Tsunami notification links. • Fix problem some have seen with missing quakes. • Restore the Set Home feature on the iPhone.
3.0
• World map now uses color-coded pins. • Ability to replay the earthquakes in order on the world map. • More world map filtering options. • iPhone 5 support. • Full landscape support. • Show nearby earthquakes in detail view. • Improvements to the Canada and Mexico feeds. • More iPad Retina graphics support.
3.1
• Tectonic plates on the world map! • Italy's INGV feed is back. • Expanded EMSC coverage. • USGS feed updates.
3.2
• Addition of tectonic plates to quake details map. • Fix for INGV daylight savings time. • Update for Mexico feed changes. • Refinements to the San Andreas Fault line. • Fix for iOS 6.1 startup problem with some iPads.
3.3
Updates to several earthquake feeds. Updated for iOS 7.
3.4
• Updated GNNZ feed. • Updated EMSC feed. • Expanded Iceland quakes with the IMO feed. • Other minor fixes.
3.5
Fix for Map pin popups. Updates to the USGS, Canada, Mexico, and Italy feeds. Supporting all device sizes. Support for iOS 10 multitasking. Allow showing of duplicate quakes reported by multiple services.
3.6
Support for system dynamic text sizing in the quake listing or to override with a preferred size. iPad: Quake list earth icon adds ability to go directly to the specific quake on the world map. Added data services activity logging to help identify third-party feed issues. Improvements to landscape viewing. Other minor fixes and improvements.
3.6.1
• Update to the GNNZ feed. • Update to the INGV feed. • Change to Nearest location selection.
3.6.2
• Restores home and tracking pins on world map. • Addresses problem with polar quakes. • Addresses dropping pin on Selected Location map. • Various other minor fixes.
3.7
Update to Iceland (IMO) feed. Fix for setting a tracking location. Addition of red/green color blindness support. iPhone X improvements.
3.8 · 26 Nov 2019
• iOS 13 Dark Mode support. • Addition of OGS - Oklahoma earthquakes feed. • Updates to GSA, BGS, and NRC sources. • Emergency preparedness supplies via MorePrepared.com. • Update USGS Emergency Notification Services link. • Various bug fixes and improvements.

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Last verified: 31 Jul 2026
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