AcuRite Now, a weather-monitoring service used by thousands of home and business customers, has introduced a mandatory app overhaul that removes key functionality and replaces it with a subscription model. Users who r…

The new AcuRite Now app lacks features like historical weather data, customizable alerts, and advanced radar views that were standard in the prior version. According to user reports, the company has disabled older sof…

This isn't the first time AcuRite has alienated its customer base. In 2022, the company removed offline map support from its weather app, prompting a wave of negative reviews. At the time, CEO John Hensley defended th…

The new app's subscription tier, priced at $9.99/month, restores access to the missing features but adds caveats. Users report that even with a paid plan, the interface feels less intuitive than the original. The comp…