Comparison

Compass Plus vs Compass

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Compass Plus

This app functions as a real orientation tool for hiking and outdoor activities, going beyond a simple north indicator. It teaches users how to navigate using a compass and map, featuring an orienting compass, rotating bezel, and adjustable magnetic declination.

Highlights
  • Orienting compass functions
  • Rotating bezel
  • Adjustable magnetic declination
  • Step-by-step use guide
  • Clinometer
  • HD graphics
Features
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Most people know how to use a compass to determine where north is. Few know how to use it as a navigation tool. The ability to navigate with a compass and a map is one of the major skills in hiking. This compass is not just a simple north direction indicator but is intended to be used as a real orientation tool for hiking activities. So learn how to properly use a compass and always have it on you. Prerequisite: Your device must have an integrated compass sensor to function properly. Highlights: + Orienting compass functions + Suitable for camping, hiking, and other outdoor activities + HD graphics + Quick step by step use guide Features: + Rotating bezel + Rotating orienting arrow + Adjustable magnetic declination + Fine tune of the rotating bezel + Fine tune of the orienting arrow + Clinometer

About

Compass

Features
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A simple compass that shows which way you are facing using your device magnetic sensor. See your heading in degrees and the cardinal direction on a clear rotating dial. No sign-up and no location access — it works offline. [Features] - Large heading readout in degrees with 8-point cardinal direction (N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, NW) - Smooth rotating compass dial - Details view: heading, direction, magnetic field strength, and sensor status - Interference warning when nearby metal or magnets affect the reading - Calibration hint for steadier results - Clean dark interface - 9 languages: English, Korean, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Spanish, French, German, Portuguese [Privacy] This compass uses only the device motion sensor. It does not use your location and collects no personal data. [Notes] The compass points to magnetic north. Readings can vary near metal, magnets, or electronics — move away from interference and rotate your device to recalibrate.

Screenshots

Compass Plus1 screens
Compass4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Compass Plus at 5.1.1 against Compass's 15.1. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Compass Plus versus Compass: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCompass PlusCompass
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS5.1.1 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKyungjin Leepilyeong heo

In-app purchases

None

Compass Plus

No in-app purchases

None

Compass

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Compass Plus free?
Compass Plus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Compass free?
Compass is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Compass Plus or Compass have ads?
Neither Compass Plus nor Compass shows ads.

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