# HUD Widgets vs Digital Speed GPS Speedometer

The clearest difference is rating: Digital Speed GPS Speedometer at 4.7 against HUD Widgets's 3.5. Digital Speed GPS Speedometer also leads on ratings volume (6K vs 109) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). HUD Widgets's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HUD Widgets sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Digital Speed GPS Speedometer sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Digital Speed GPS Speedometer holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Digital Speed GPS Speedometer has 6K ratings behind it against 109, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of HUD Widgets's written reviews are positive against 61% of Digital Speed GPS Speedometer's.

HUD Widgets ships an update every 2 months, Digital Speed GPS Speedometer every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | HUD Widgets | Digital Speed GPS Speedometer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (109 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hud-widgets/id1025851609/reviews) | **[4.7 (6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digital-speed-gps-speedometer/id1351828788/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 109 | **6K** |
| Positive reviews | 55.0% of reviews | **61.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | — | **#170** |
| Size | 54 MB | 82 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HUDWAY LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1025838451) | [BITHAUS.TECH, UNIPESSOAL LDA](https://appshunter.io/developer/901574504) |

## What reviewers say

### HUD Widgets

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hud-widgets/id1025851609)

This app provides a suite of driving widgets, including speedometers, trip information, and weather, that can be used in standard or head-up display (HUD) mode. It offers features like driving score calculation, fuel consumption tracking, and a land meter for car slope angles.

**Highlights:** Speedometers (classic, digital, retro), GPS trip information (driving score, fuel consumption), Land meter (car slope angle), Weather and clock, Eco-driving graphs, Internet Radio

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Clean and modern UI design
- 🎯 Highly customizable widgets and displays
- 📊 Accurate speed and distance tracking
- 🆓 Ad-free experience
- 🌙 HUD mode for daytime visibility

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes on startup
- 🔋 Excessive battery drain
- ⚠️ Settings reset after closing app
- 🌞 Poor visibility in bright sunlight
- 📱 Landscape-only orientation support

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes before starting on latest iOS versions
- Settings reset to default when app is closed
- GPS data inaccuracy error persists after GPS recovery
- Crashes after 3-4 uses
- Compass displays backwards

**Requested features**

- Apple CarPlay support
- Portrait mode (vertical orientation)
- 180-degree screen rotation capability
- OBD2 adapter support for real vehicle data
- Truck vehicle type option


### Digital Speed GPS Speedometer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digital-speed-gps-speedometer/id1351828788)

**Currently charting:** #170 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

Transform your device into a versatile GPS speedometer and trip tracker. Monitor speed, distance, and altitude during driving, cycling, or walking. Features include a heads-up display and intelligent alerts for speed limits.

**Highlights:** GPS speed tracking (MPH, KM/H, knots), Real-time trip computer, Interactive map view, Heads-Up Display (HUD) mode, Speed limit detection and alerts (PRO), G-Force acceleration analysis, Apple Music integration

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Speedometer PRO Upgrade | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Speedometer PRO Upgrade | $9.99 | per month |
| Speedometer PRO Upgrade | $9.99 | per month |
| Speedometer PRO Upgrade | $19.99 | per year |
| Speedometer PRO Upgrade | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| Speedometer PRO Upgrade | $29.99 | per year |
| Speedometer PRO Upgrade | $29.99 | per year |
| PLUS Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Speedometer PRO Upgrade | $19.99 | one-time |
| Speedometer PRO Upgrade | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate
- 👍 Easy operation
- 👍 Useful for testing RC cars
- 👍 Customizable speedometer
- 👍 Tracks altitude, distance, and top speed

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Speed shows zero on trains and bullet trains
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 💰 Constant upgrade prompts even for paid users
- 🚫 Music integration only works with Apple Music

**Reported bugs**

- Speed not recording accurately
- Startup screen issues and glitches
- Incompatibility with certain devices and transportation modes

**Requested features**

- Integration with Google Maps or other navigation apps
- Option to change speedometer fill direction
- Support for more music streaming services
- More customization options for themes and display


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HUD Widgets free?

HUD Widgets is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Digital Speed GPS Speedometer free?

Digital Speed GPS Speedometer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, HUD Widgets or Digital Speed GPS Speedometer?

Digital Speed GPS Speedometer is rated higher. HUD Widgets averages 3.5 out of 5 from 109 ratings, while Digital Speed GPS Speedometer averages 4.7 from 6K ratings.

### Do HUD Widgets or Digital Speed GPS Speedometer have ads?

Digital Speed GPS Speedometer shows ads; HUD Widgets does not.

### Which is updated more often, HUD Widgets or Digital Speed GPS Speedometer?

HUD Widgets ships an update every 2 months, and Digital Speed GPS Speedometer every 3 weeks. Most recently, HUD Widgets was updated on October 26, 2026 and Digital Speed GPS Speedometer on October 26, 2026.

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