# GPS Data vs Digital Speed GPS Speedometer

The clearest difference is rating: Digital Speed GPS Speedometer at 4.7 against GPS Data's 4.4. Digital Speed GPS Speedometer also leads on ratings volume (6K vs 458) and chart position (#154 vs unranked). GPS Data's advantage is review sentiment (77% vs 61%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GPS Data 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 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Digital Speed GPS Speedometer has 6K ratings behind it against 458, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 77% of GPS Data's written reviews are positive against 61% of Digital Speed GPS Speedometer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

GPS Data ships an update fortnightly, Digital Speed GPS Speedometer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GPS Data | Digital Speed GPS Speedometer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (458 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-data-coordinates-and-speed/id1083013512/reviews) | **[4.7 (6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digital-speed-gps-speedometer/id1351828788/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 458 | **6K** |
| Positive reviews | **77.1% of reviews** | 61.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | — | **#154** |
| Size | 9 MB | 82 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Oscar Fawkes](https://appshunter.io/developer/1749713533) | [BITHAUS.TECH, UNIPESSOAL LDA](https://appshunter.io/developer/901574504) |

## What reviewers say

### GPS Data

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-data-coordinates-and-speed/id1083013512)

Access detailed location data from your device, including GPS coordinates, elevation, speed, and direction. View information in a clear list format, with options for full-screen displays on iOS for at-a-glance monitoring while moving.

**Highlights:** Current time and update intervals, Latitude and Longitude coordinates, Elevation in meters and feet, Speed in various units (mph, km/h, knots), Device and movement direction, Local air pressure, Vertical speed

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 📍 Accurate GPS coordinates and data
- ⌚ Apple Watch integration and standalone functionality
- 🎯 Simple, intuitive interface
- 📊 Displays comprehensive GPS data (speed, altitude, heading, accuracy)
- 🔄 Multiple unit options without changing settings

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⏰ No updates for 4 years
- ⌚ Limited Apple Watch functionality and display
- 📺 Overlapping text and heading labels on display
- 💰 Ads present even in paid version
- 🔢 Excessive decimal places for coordinates

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't work on Apple Watch (no data displayed)
- Speed display shows only a dash on Apple Watch 4
- GPS coordinates not displayed on Apple Watch
- Compass doesn't work on Apple Watch
- Latitude/longitude format changes when sending via SMS

**Requested features**

- Satellite lock count display
- Consolidated watch page with speed, course, and altitude together
- Apple Watch compass functionality
- Latitude/longitude display on Apple Watch
- Cardinal direction display on Apple Watch (N, S, E, W)


### Digital Speed GPS Speedometer

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

**Currently charting:** #154 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 GPS Data free?

GPS Data 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, GPS Data or Digital Speed GPS Speedometer?

Digital Speed GPS Speedometer is rated higher. GPS Data averages 4.4 out of 5 from 458 ratings, while Digital Speed GPS Speedometer averages 4.7 from 6K ratings.

### Do GPS Data or Digital Speed GPS Speedometer have ads?

Both GPS Data and Digital Speed GPS Speedometer show ads.

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

GPS Data ships an update fortnightly, and Digital Speed GPS Speedometer every 3 weeks. Most recently, GPS Data was updated on October 26, 2026 and Digital Speed GPS Speedometer on October 29, 2026.

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