Comparison

Compass XXL vs CompassTip

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

Head to head
About

Compass XXL

This navigation app provides precise cardinal directions and location services, functioning as a digital compass. It offers a camera view to point towards objects and works offline, making it ideal for travelers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • Precise cardinal directions
  • Offline functionality
  • Camera view for object pointing
  • Magnetic field readings
  • 360-degree rotation
  • Orienteering support
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Compass Smart Navigation 360 - a precise, functional and always handy. You are traveler or pirates ? Do you like visit national parks Grand Canyon, Yosemite, Yellowstone or Adirondack. Instead gps pro you can use this kompas. Rotate 360 degrees and catch orienteering !!! Every place and every time, you can use it and you know all the directions of the world. Turn camera on and you can see in background preview image from the camera. Point the device on direction / object. This way, you get a view of an object (mountain, building, etc) that show the correct direction of the road. Compass app doesn't need access to the internet and works properly offline anywhere in the world. Kompas gives you the values magnetic field (uT) in a given location. Range 42-50 uT is the correct value for the operation of the compass. If you notice a deviation from these values​​, it may mean that the device is in a strong external magnetic field (equipment, installations, metal objects, etc.), which can interferes the work magnetic sensor of pro compass 360. Have a safe trip and enjoy with Free Compass smart Navigation 360 pro !!

About

CompassTip

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CompassTip app features an augmented reality virtual 3D compass presented on the live camera feed of your device. Easily find your point of interest via your camera and also through the focus eyelet in the middle of the compass. From there, you can read the compass directions without having to lift your head or shift your eyes to away from your point of interest. The compass also features a map that automatically updates as you move your device. The app features a unique responsive compass where the indicators tilt and move according to the tilt of your device. The indicators are designed to tilt and move in a way that display intuitive directions in 3D space. For example, normal standard compasses and standard indicators of direction have a fixed arrow that points downwards when you have your device held vertically in front of you even if that direction is directly behind you. Arrows pointing straight up when you are facing straight ahead are more intuitive than arrows that point straight down when it is meant to be pointing behind you. The tilting of the compass also provides intuitive visual feedback on how much you are tilting your device. CompassTip is designed to tilt that arrow so that it points inwards towards the screen to indicate a direction that is behind you, and this happens accurately and smoothly as you move your device around. This is coupled with augmented reality so that you can view what you are pointing at and have a proper indication of directions in relation to your camera. The app also lets you adjust the camera (digital) zoom to aid you in visually finding your point of interest. Key features: • Augmented reality compass with 3D direction needles that also moves according to the tilt of your device; • A map that is synchronized to your current location and heading, which automatically updates as you move your device; • Adjustable map size; • Ability to adjust the camera zoom; • Ability to turn AR on and off; • Ability to share a screenshot of your compass screen; and • Information display that includes current heading, longitude, latitude and elevation. This app uses an in-app credit system called, CompassTip Beans. You earn CompassTip Beans by interacting with advertisements or making consumable in-app purchases that top-up the number of beans. You may then exchange and redeem these beans for other features in the app including activating ad-free periods. The app offers the following consumable items: • Title: Purchase 10000 Beans - Description: Adds 10000 CompassTip Beans to your account - Price: (Please check the app or the App Store for the latest price as it may be subject to change) • Title: Purchase 200 Beans - Description: Adds 200 CompassTip Beans to your account - Price: (Please check the app or the App Store for the latest price as it may be subject to change) For more information, please see our Terms of Use (https://compasstip.com/terms) and Privacy Policy (https://compasstip.com/privacy-policy).

Screenshots

Compass XXL4 screens
CompassTip4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Compass XXL at none against CompassTip's shown. Compass XXL also leads on iOS requirement (16 vs 18.0). CompassTip's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 62 months). On price, 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. Compass XXL sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and CompassTip sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Compass XXL ships an update every 62 months, CompassTip every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Compass XXL versus CompassTip: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCompass XXLCompassTip
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (11 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings11 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 62 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB248 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperExaMobile S.A.Tanadium Pte. Ltd.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Compass XXL

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$0.99
4 purchases

CompassTip

Subscriptions2
  • Ad-Free Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
  • Ad-Free Annual Subscription$5.991 Year
One-time2
  • Purchase 200 Beans$1.99
  • Purchase 10000 Beans$59.99

Questions

Is Compass XXL free?
Compass XXL is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CompassTip free?
CompassTip is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Compass XXL or CompassTip have ads?
CompassTip shows ads; Compass XXL does not.
Which is updated more often, Compass XXL or CompassTip?
Compass XXL ships an update every 62 months, and CompassTip every 3 months. Most recently, Compass XXL was updated on October 21, 2026 and CompassTip on October 9, 2026.

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