# Vehicle Clinometer

> Device-based clinometer for measuring vehicle roll and pitch angles. (iPhone/iPad app by iAware.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vehicle-clinometer/id308949901 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [iAware](https://appshunter.io/developer/300399959)
- Category: Utilities, Navigation
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 2.80/5 from 59 App Store ratings · 82 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 24 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-03-27
- Data updated: 2026-08-20
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vehicle-clinometer/id308949901/reviews.md

## What is Vehicle Clinometer?

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4x4 enthusiasts, Jeep owners, and Off Road drivers routinely face the risk of roll-over.   This application can help reduce the risk by displaying a clinometer, also known as a  tilt meter, using the accelerometers built into your device.

Displays Roll and Pitch gauges.
Any orientation
- Portrait or Landscape mode.  
- Face-up or Edge up
- Set zero at any angle
Compass display for iPhone 3G, and higher.
Use magnetic or GPS heading with 3GS and higher.
Very smooth and realistic operation.

High resolution graphics
6 different vehicles to choose from,
   including a photo realistic Wrangler JK.
5 different backgrounds
Infinitely adjustable colors
- Match your vehicle perfectly
Adjustable yellow and red zones for Roll and Pitch
Select among many different alert sounds 
Different sounds for warning and danger zones
Pop-Up GPS information display provides
- Latitude, Longitude, 
- Speed, Altitude, 
- Heading.  
Optionally disable auto-lock so the display stays on.

## Key features

- Roll and Pitch gauges
- Any orientation display
- Compass display (magnetic/GPS)
- High resolution graphics
- Customizable vehicles and backgrounds
- Adjustable alert zones and sounds
- Pop-up GPS information

## What do users think of Vehicle Clinometer?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 💰 Great value for price
- 👍 Useful tool for off-roading
- 🛠️ Highly configurable settings
- ✨ Professional looking interface
- 🧭 Compass functionality
- 📍 GPS coordinates display
- 🚗 Multiple vehicle selections
- 📈 Steady display with smoothing
- 💡 Innovative idea for an app
- 💯 Works well for its purpose

**Cons**

- ❌ App doesn't open
- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 📱 Not working on iPads
- 🚫 GPS not working
- ⚠️ Warning tones not working
- 🔄 Outdated, needs updates
- 🎛️ Can't change alarm angles
- ❗ Calibration issues
- 🧭 Compass is useless
- 📉 Inaccurate readings
- 😵‍💫 Difficult to read numeric gauges
- ⚠️ Meter smoothing has no effect on numeric gauges
- ❌ GPS required for app to start
- 🔄 Compass data source switching issues

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App doesn't open
- App crashes on startup
- App crashes when clicking GPS button
- App crashes when trying to select options
- App crashes when trying to enter new Roll and Pitch values
- App crashes when reorienting vertically
- GPS doesn't work
- No sounds for warning tones
- App shuts down if it tilts too fast
- Vehicle keeps flashing and says it can't zero
- Cannot calibrate
- Pitch meter broken (only goes from 0'-180')
- Roll indicator unstable if pitch is near vertical
- Tilt is too touchy and exaggerates
- Front/Back tilt is too slow and understates
- Doesn't work with iOS 11
- Warning tones not working
- Compass useless
- Meter smoothing has no effect on numeric gauges
- GPS required for app to start
- Compass data source switching issues

**Most requested features**

- Apple CarPlay compatibility
- Speed and elevation on main screen
- Ability to change vehicle color
- Add more vehicle types (XJ, TJ, trucks, etc.)
- Add a clock to the app
- Split screen/multitasking support on iPad
- Option to turn off GPS to save battery
- Utilize built-in compass instead of GPS
- Display elevation at a fixed location
- Add more 4x4 designs
- Add pick-up truck option
- Add a TJ option
- Add an LJ option
- Add a Jeep JL option
- Add a GMC option
- Add a 1980s full-size GM option
- Add an XJ pic as background
- Add more Toyotas
- Display inclinations in percent
- Save most extreme angle
- Add speed permanently on display

## Recent user reviews (10 of 82)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vehicle-clinometer/id308949901/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2024-10-05, version 3.61*

I spent money on this app and it doesn’t even open. Can’t use it. Too bad .

### 3/5 — Does not work on iPad mini

*2023-10-02*

The app works on my iPhone, I like it. But unfortunately it doesn’t work on my iPad mini which is what I really want to use it on. I deleted and reinstalled the app twice, still no luck. Will there be an update soon?

### 5/5 — Cool tool

*2022-10-18, version 3.61*

This is a steal for $.99! The physical ones are at least 5 time as much and you can’t even change it up. I haven’t seen a new review and wanted to try it out. It’s safe to say that this is much better than buying one from Amazon and especially from your local 4x4 store. This thing is timeless. Look at how long ago the dev did anything to this app. This came out in 2017 and it’s still going strong without changes. 
$.99 folks, remember when almost every app out there was $.99? This one still is and it’s worth more than that.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work on iPad

*2022-09-08, version 3.61*

Apparently, this app doesn’t work on iPad. I tried to contact the developer but no response.

### 1/5 — App crashes

*2022-05-03, version 3.61*

App will not open any longer. Don’t waste your time.

### 4/5 — Great app!

*2022-04-12*

I really like this app for use in my Jeep . I just have one request -it would be great if it worked with apple car play so I could run it to my biger display!  Course that would open the door for some kind of aftermarket Jeep pages similar to their top line radio displays!! Even if the app had to pull info from a obd2 reader- having some neat interactive info pages for the Jeeps that are not Ribicons is a missed market!!

### 1/5 — Clinometer

*2022-02-09, version 3.61*

Bought this, has never worked. Doesn’t even open up the app.

### 3/5 — Cool app, but has a few bugs

*2021-07-29*

When I click on the gps button, the app crashes. Also, It would be awesome if they put speed and elevation on the main screen. If they can fix the bugs and add speed and elevation, I would definitely give it 5 stars. Oh, and make it possible to change the vehicle color

### 1/5 — Won’t zero

*2020-11-11, version 3.61*

The vehicles just keeps flashing and says it can’t zero!  Tried resetting and reloading the app!  Would buy the physical smittybilt inclinometer but it had really bad reviews on how it’s built!  Any clues

### 5/5 — ipad mini 2019で起動出来ない。

*2020-09-25*

iphone se2019は使える。iPad mini2019はwifiモデルでGPS非搭載だから起動出来ないのかな？→初期化して確認したが同症状のため、WiFiモデルはダメぽ。
 
とはいえ、車中泊するときの場所決めや傾き修正で参考になるので👍

## Frequently asked questions about Vehicle Clinometer

### What does the Vehicle Clinometer app do?

This app functions as a digital clinometer, or tilt meter, utilizing your device's built-in accelerometers. It displays gauges for vehicle roll and pitch angles, helping users assess their vehicle's stability, particularly in off-road conditions.

### What are the key features of the Vehicle Clinometer app?

Key features include real-time display of roll and pitch gauges, support for any device orientation (portrait, landscape, face-up, edge-up), a compass with magnetic or GPS heading, high-resolution graphics, customizable vehicle visuals and backgrounds, adjustable alert zones and sounds, and a pop-up GPS information display.

### Is the Vehicle Clinometer app free to use?

Yes, the application is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating a completely free user experience.

### What kind of devices is the Vehicle Clinometer app compatible with?

The app utilizes device accelerometers and specifically mentions compatibility with iPhone 3G and higher for compass display, and 3GS and higher for magnetic or GPS heading. It is designed for mobile devices with these sensors.

### How can the Vehicle Clinometer app help off-road drivers?

For off-road drivers, the app helps monitor the vehicle's tilt angles in real-time. By displaying roll and pitch gauges, it allows drivers to understand their vehicle's stability and potentially avoid dangerous situations like rollovers, especially on uneven terrain.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.61 — 2017-12-18

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

Fixed a problem where GPS hardware in iPhone X may not be recognized.

### 3.60 — 2017-10-30

Updated for 64 bit compatibility.
New Vehicle - Photo-realistic Toyota Tacoma
Performance improvements and bug fixes.

### 3.30 — 2013-09-12

- Updated for latest iOS versions and device resolutions.
- Performance improvements
- Bug fixes

### 3.22 — 2012-04-18

Improved performance of popup menus when used in devices that are not multi core.

Fixed problem where Roll and Pitch numeric entry fields in the settings would turn black after changing setting.

### 3.21 — 2012-04-01

Fixed confusion between Jeep TJ and JK

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