Barometer & Altimeter Pro

Barometer & Altimeter Pro

by Steffen Bauereiss

380 ratings
61 reviews

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 11, 2014
  • March 29, 2024
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Monitor barometric pressure for weather forecasting and track altitude changes for outdoor activities. This app utilizes your device's built-in sensor, offering offline functionality and data export.

Barometer for weather forecasting
Altimeter for height estimation
Offline functionality
History tracking with CSV export
No ads or data collection
Multiple pressure and altitude units
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What's New in Barometer & Altimeter Pro

5.0.0

March 29, 2024

Rewritten from the ground up with full support for iOS 17.4 in an all new design and even smaller download (the entire App comes in at under 1MB). The background graphics have made way for a new code-generated more accurate analog dial.

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In-App Purchases

Free

Barometer Pro Features

Gives you access to some exclusive Pro Features like a second scale on the analog Barometer dial, multiple different Barometer faces as well as the ability to export your history data. Includes future Pro Features. Can be restored.

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User reviews

Update has destroyed this app!

I’ve had and used this app for years! I have chronic migraines and one of my biggest triggers is change in barometric pressure. There are other ways to predict the changes, but with this app I had an amazing graph that I could set at intervals from 24 hrs to 30 days to correlate when I first noticed a migraine coming on, when I had a particularly severe migraine, when I had a migraine that lasted more than 24 hours, etc. Being able to look back at these graphs and put them together with other variables that I know affect my migraines has helped me so much with my migraine care.
With the update, however, the graphing feature has disappeared. In fact, the app only marks the pressure if you actually go into the app and mark it. It’s useless.
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Updated Not Anymore….Helps verify what I’m feeling

This app used to be so helpful in understanding and explaining every change in my daily migraine pain level. The changes made to the app a couple of weeks ago removed every single thing that I found most helpful. There’s no graph that shows the small to large changes that take place over a span of time. It was a relief whenever the app’s graph showed a change when the pain level changed because it meant not having to review every other aspect of daily living that might have caused it. I can no longer choose the number of hours to review during or after prolonged episodes. I tried to continue using it but cannot find anything it provides that’s helpful.

I started using this after trying others normally suggested for people with migraines affected by barometric pressure changes. I don’t comprehend all the technical explanations but I can now use this app to verify what the pain has told me. I don’t have the “extras” but plan to try them when it’s easier to read and comprehend through pain and nausea. I spent years trying to find and understand my triggers and thought barometric was one but needed an app showing it as numbers and on a graph to see how small the changes can be that make my migraine spin out of control. Verifying it gives me the knowledge to take actions that can help keep it from being as debilitating. Thank you!
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Please help.

I’ve been using your app for years!
It helped me decide if I needed to take migraine medication or not, it was so useful.
Unfortunately in the new update there is no “line” that shows the tiny pressure changes. That was the part that helped me, I also used it to show my doctor. It was a visual aid.
Now, I don’t have that. This new version does not have that quick visual reference and I don’t think I will be able to use it. To be honest the numbers don’t really help me. Is there any way you could put that back? 🙏
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Every feature I loved is gone…

Talk about devastated. I’ve never even left a review before this moment.

I’ve been using this app probably since it was released to track my pressure drop migraines. I could see when drops occurred on the graph and if the times lined up with symptoms. I could quickly glance at the color-coded dial and know if I was at risk. I could check the pressure at a glance with the widget. I used this app every single day and recommend it to every migraine sufferer as I know as a much needed tool!

I noticed today that the widget was just gone. Couldn’t add it back either. Opened the app to find it completely redesigned and every feature I used is now gone as well. The graph is gone entirely. The color-coded dial is gone. The widget is no more. It’s completely barebones. Sure, it looks pretty, but it’s lost all usefulness and I had to find a new app. Beyond bummed.
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Was great, give me back my 30-day trend graph

I’ve really liked this app up until now, but the feature I liked most is just gone.
The Trends page used to give several options between 6 hours and 30 days and it was fascinating to compare the pressure over that length of time. Now the Trend is just the time and pressure, no graph.
Also the app says I’m at -86 feet elevation when I’m right at sea level or up to about 10 feet above, and wants access to my fitness app.
Might delete and find an app that has a Trends graph, I don’t like this at all any more.
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

9 issues

Graph displays as straight lines with no variation

Bug

Altitude fluctuates wildly (160-866 feet at same location)

Bug

Trend data shows jagged, inaccurate lines

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App location tracking active when not in use

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Pro version features not working despite payment

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Widget cannot be re-added after removal

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Data points not recording consistently

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Marker values don't correspond to displayed pressure

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App abandoned and not kept up to date

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Requested Features

13 requests

Restore graphing and trend visualization features

Feature

Background data logging and continuous tracking

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Push notifications for pressure changes

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Dark mode or dark screen option

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Widget functionality for quick access

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Customizable time intervals for trend analysis (6 hours to 30 days)

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Pressure change alerts and alarms

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Multiple display face options

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Watch complication for pressure reading

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Dual pressure unit display on main screen

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Time scale labels on trend graph

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Vertical day markers on trend graph

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Horizontal range indicator lines for specific pressure ranges

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FAQ

What does the Barometer & Altimeter Pro app do?

This app uses your iPhone or iPad's built-in barometric pressure sensor to provide a barometer for weather forecasting and an altimeter for tracking altitude changes during outdoor activities. It also features a history function with CSV export to monitor air pressure over time.

How does the app track altitude?

The altimeter function estimates your altitude based on changes in barometric pressure. You can set a reference pressure and altitude, and the app can optionally use GPS for automatic altitude updates for the barometer. This allows for altitude tracking even with GPS disabled, conserving battery.

Is an internet connection required to use this app?

No, an internet connection is not required to use the core features of this app. It leverages the barometric pressure sensor built into newer iPhones and iPads, allowing for complete offline functionality. GPS is only used optionally for calibration or altitude updates.

What units can I use for pressure and altitude?

The app supports six selectable units for air pressure: hPa/mBar, inHg, mmHg/torr, atm, psi, and kPa. For altitude, it supports two different units: meters and feet, providing flexibility for various user preferences.

Can I export my pressure data?

Yes, the app includes a History feature that allows you to store pressure values over time. You can then export this data as a CSV file with a single click, enabling you to compare and analyze air pressure changes.