# Elevation For Real

> Real-time elevation and ground elevation data with GPS and pressure altimeter. (iPhone/iPad app by homedatasheet.com, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elevation-for-real/id348065130 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [homedatasheet.com, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/307726715)
- Category: Navigation
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.30/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 22 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.1 · 1 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-12-29
- Data updated: 2026-08-18
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elevation-for-real/id348065130/reviews.md

## What is Elevation For Real?

Get real-time elevation from your iOS device's GPS receiver and built-in geoid model.

Also displayed is ground elevation from the USGS Elevation Web Service in the U.S. and Canada, and from the Google Maps Elevation API elsewhere.

Here are some more features:

- Real-time map which displays your location

- Estimated vertical and horizontal accuracy

- Spot elevation data displayed by tapping map

- English or metric units based on your region setting

- Start/Stop button

- One touch screenshots

- NO Third-Party Ads!

- Pressure altimeter. Measure relative altitudes or calibrate to an elevation benchmark. Use indoors or out. Even works in Airplane Mode!  Note: your iOS device must be equipped with a barometer to access pressure altimeter functionality.  The iPhone 6 and later and the iPad Air 2 and later have barometers.

Download Elevation For Real today!

Notes:

1) homedatasheet.com, Inc. is not affiliated with USGS. USGS Elevation Web Service is available to the general public online, at no cost.

2) ***The initial view of this app requires a GPS signal to work properly. A clear view of the sky is needed for GPS reception, and it may take several seconds to get a position fix.  Elevation for Real will run on devices not equipped with a GPS receiver and GPS-equipped devices that are not receiving a GPS signal, but any resulting elevation readings will just be the approximate ground elevation at your location, even if you are several stories up in a tall building.

3) ***Any elevation measurements with personal safety or financial implications should be performed by professionals with professional GPS equipment. Elevation for Real is not intended to determine flood hazard. Consult a licensed professional in your jurisdiction, such as a surveyor or engineer, when dealing with flood risk.

## Key features

- Real-time GPS elevation
- Ground elevation from web services
- Pressure altimeter
- Live map with location
- Accuracy estimates
- One-touch screenshots

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pressure Altimeter | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 22)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elevation-for-real/id348065130/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Inconsistent

*2019-02-10*

Looked good at first, nice layout, etc. Temp. In 30s. 

Several side-by-side elevations clearly yielded flawed elevations (e.g., lower curb elevation shown higher, etc.). Enough unreliability to render the app moot for rough topographic use. Unfortunate.

### 5/5 — Great

*2017-01-22*

I've only use this app a short time for search & Rescue.  It's a great app.  Works very well.

### 5/5 — Accurate and it does the job.

*2016-04-27*

I use this app at construction sites to verify the elevations of deferent areas and it does the job. Thank you.

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2015-08-16*

The elevation reported is very accurate. Also, unlike most other elevation apps this one displays an uncertainty tolerance and identifies the digital elevation darabase it uses.

### 5/5 — Accurate

*2015-06-30*

This is the most accurate elevation app I have found on the App Store.

### 5/5 — Works well!

*2015-06-30*

Simple to use. Well designed.

### 5/5 — Thank you!

*2013-01-22*

This is exactly what I was looking for. Only thing more I could want would be an option to calculate and show the geoidal separation on iPhone 4/5.  This app is worth 5 stars for the 'about' info alone. It not only properly describes the difference in measurements from the ellipsoid and EGM96 geoid but also tells you what the iPhone 4/5 reports when asked for location, something I haven't been able to google despite trying for a while. This app will be invaluable to spot check outputs from other GPS devices to see what they are reporting. Thank you!

### 5/5 — Great app

*2012-05-19*

What a great little app!  We're house hunting and want to know the elevation of the houses we look at. This does the trick perfectly. We can tell which homes are out of the tsunami danger zone. Just what I wanted when I got the app.

### 5/5 — Très bonne app

*2012-05-17*

Il est rare de trouver des applis gratuites utilisant une base de données d'altitudes réelles (USGS pour les USA et SRTM pour le reste du monde). Bien plus précis que l'altitude GPS fournie par toutes les applis standards.

### 5/5 — V2.4 (current free version) works perfectly in Marin County, California

*2011-08-10*

This app did exactly what I wanted during my walks between sea level and 2750 ft elevation around Marin County in the San Francisco Bay area.  Within half a minute or so, it told me what my elevation was, with estimates from both the iPhone 3G GPS and the USGS database, indexed by latitude and longitude.  With longer periods of sampling, the two estimates generally converged within 20 ft or so, even on mountain paths.  It is really a terrific addition to the phone, complementing the main feature that the built-in Maps for iPhone lacked.

## Frequently asked questions about Elevation For Real

### What is the main function of Elevation For Real?

Elevation For Real provides real-time elevation data derived from your device's GPS receiver and a built-in geoid model. It also displays ground elevation from web services and offers a pressure altimeter for relative altitude measurements.

### Does Elevation For Real work offline?

While the initial view requires a GPS signal, the pressure altimeter feature can work indoors or out, even in Airplane Mode, provided your iOS device is equipped with a barometer. However, GPS-dependent elevation readings will not be available without a signal.

### What devices support the pressure altimeter feature in Elevation For Real?

The pressure altimeter functionality requires a barometer, which is available on iPhone 6 and later, and iPad Air 2 and later models.

### How accurate are the elevation readings from Elevation For Real?

The app displays estimated vertical and horizontal accuracy for its readings. For measurements with personal safety or financial implications, it is recommended to consult professionals with specialized equipment.

### Does Elevation For Real have ads?

No, Elevation For Real explicitly states it has NO Third-Party Ads, ensuring an ad-free user experience.

### What is the user rating for Elevation For Real?

Elevation For Real has a rating of 3.3 stars based on 4 user ratings.

### Is Elevation For Real free to download?

Yes, Elevation For Real is available for free download. The app also offers in-app purchases.

### How often is Elevation For Real updated?

The latest version of Elevation For Real is 12.0, and it was last updated on January 4, 2026. This indicates a history of updates, though the frequency is not explicitly detailed.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 12.0 — 2026-01-04

- Coded in Swift
- Uses Google Maps Elevation API outside the U.S. and Canada
- Checks which country the user is located in to determine which elevation service to use (USGS or Google Maps)

### 11.0 — 2024-09-02

Restores pressure altimeter functionality.  Note: You will be prompted to grant "Motion and Fitness" permission when entering the Pressure Altimeter View.  This is necessary for Elevation for Real to access the barometer on your device.

### 10.0 — 2023-09-14

Restores access to USGS Elevation Web Service.

### 9.0 — 2021-09-14

- Compiled in iOS 13
- Improved user experience when app enters foreground from background

### 8.0 — 2020-10-29

Increased text size in response to customer request

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