Comparison
HailScore vs HailTrace
Both tools help people understand hail damage. The difference? HailScore is free for homeowners. HailTrace is a paid subscription built for contractors.
HailScore
- ✓100% free for homeowners
- ✓No signup or account required
- ✓4.5M+ NOAA NEXRAD radar records
- ✓Address-level scoring (0-100)
- ✓9 integrated data sources
- ✓All 50 US states covered
HailTrace
- •Paid subscription (multiple tiers)
- •Account and subscription required
- •Meteorologist-mapped storm paths
- •Area-level hail maps (not address scoring)
- •Canvassing and lead generation tools
- •Built for roofing contractors
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
Price
HailScore
Free. Always.
HailTrace
Paid subscription (multiple tiers)
Built For
HailScore
Homeowners
HailTrace
Roofing contractors and sales teams
Signup Required
HailScore
No. Enter your address and get results instantly.
HailTrace
Yes. Account and subscription required for full access.
Data Source
HailScore
4.5M+ NOAA NEXRAD radar records (2015-2025)
HailTrace
Meteorologist-mapped storm paths and impact areas
Coverage
HailScore
All 50 US states
HailTrace
Varies by plan and region
Address-Level Results
HailScore
Yes. Scored 0-100 for any US address.
HailTrace
Area-level hail maps, not individual address scoring
Risk Score
HailScore
0-100 score based on frequency, size, recency, proximity, and cumulative impact
HailTrace
Storm severity ratings on mapped areas
Additional Data
HailScore
9 sources: NOAA, USGS elevation, wind, solar, tree canopy, FEMA flood zones, and more
HailTrace
Wind and tornado maps, residential/commercial data on higher tiers
Lead Generation Tools
HailScore
For certified contractors only (HailScore Pro)
HailTrace
Yes. Lead lists, canvassing, opportunity pipelines on paid plans.
Mobile App
HailScore
Responsive web app (works on any device)
HailTrace
Native iOS and Android apps
Who Should Use What?
Choose HailScore if you are a homeowner
You want to know if hail has hit your property. You want real data, not a sales pitch. You do not want to pay for it or create an account. HailScore was built specifically for you. Enter your address, get your score, and understand your risk. Free, forever.
Choose HailTrace if you are a roofing contractor
You need storm maps to plan canvassing routes. You want lead lists and an opportunity pipeline. You are willing to pay a monthly subscription for sales-focused features. HailTrace is designed for that workflow.
Why Free Matters
Storm data has historically been locked behind paywalls or buried in hard-to-navigate government databases. Insurance companies have it. Contractors pay for it. But the people whose homes are actually at risk? They are often the last to know.
HailScore was founded on a simple belief: homeowners deserve free access to their property's storm history. When you understand your hail exposure, you make better decisions about roof maintenance, insurance claims, and contractor selection.
That is not a knock on HailTrace. It is a great tool for the contractors who use it. But if you are a homeowner looking to understand your hail risk, you should not have to pay for that information. That is why HailScore exists.
Check Your Hail Score for Free
No signup. No subscription. Just enter your address and see 10 years of verified NOAA radar data for your property.
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