# Compass Free vs The Best Compass

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Compass Free at none against The Best Compass's 4. Compass Free also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (8.1 vs 18.0). The Best Compass's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.5 vs 4.2). On price there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. The Best Compass sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Compass Free asks for nothing beyond the download.

The Best Compass holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Best Compass has 137 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Compass Free | The Best Compass |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass-free-simple/id1077632460/reviews) | **[4.5 (137 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-best-compass/id6763200705/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **137** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#144** |
| Size | 18 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.1** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ramalingam Sivaramakrishnan](https://appshunter.io/developer/892706271) | [Shenzhen AiPuLeSi Technology Co.,Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1805512838) |

## What reviewers say

### Compass Free

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass-free-simple/id1077632460)

A straightforward and easy-to-read digital compass with a large display showing direction and heading. Its minimalist design prioritizes clarity and usability for quick navigation.

**Highlights:** Large, easy-to-read display, Shows direction and heading, Simple and intuitive design, Clear navigation aid

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### The Best Compass

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-best-compass/id6763200705)

**Currently charting:** #144 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

This navigation app offers an accurate GPS compass, real-time maps, and weather updates. It helps users stay oriented during outdoor adventures, travel, or city exploration with intuitive live-view navigation tools.

**Highlights:** Accurate GPS compass, Real-time maps, Weather updates, Live-view navigation, Altitude, latitude, longitude display, Add custom destinations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Compass Free free?

Compass Free is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is The Best Compass free?

The Best Compass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Compass Free or The Best Compass?

The Best Compass is rated higher. Compass Free averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while The Best Compass averages 4.5 from 137 ratings.

### Do Compass Free or The Best Compass have ads?

Compass Free shows ads; The Best Compass does not.

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