Compass Plus vs Compass
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Orienting compass functions
- Rotating bezel
- Adjustable magnetic declination
- Step-by-step use guide
- Clinometer
- HD graphics
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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
Compass
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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.
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Verdict
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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Compass Plus | Compass |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 5.1.1 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 8 MB | 22 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kyungjin Lee | pilyeong heo |
In-app purchases
Compass Plus
No in-app purchases
Compass
No in-app purchases








