# GPS Status ∞ Coordinates vs Bad Elf Flex

The clearest difference is rating: GPS Status ∞ Coordinates at 4.4 against Bad Elf Flex's 3.6. GPS Status ∞ Coordinates also leads on ratings volume (3.3K vs 14) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). Bad Elf Flex's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GPS Status ∞ Coordinates sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Bad Elf Flex asks for nothing beyond the download.

GPS Status ∞ Coordinates holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GPS Status ∞ Coordinates has 3.3K ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of GPS Status ∞ Coordinates's written reviews are positive against 40% of Bad Elf Flex's.

GPS Status ∞ Coordinates ships an update fortnightly, Bad Elf Flex every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GPS Status ∞ Coordinates | Bad Elf Flex |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-status-coordinates/id1254805862/reviews)** | [3.6 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bad-elf-flex/id1486378497/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.3K** | 14 |
| Positive reviews | **42.6% of reviews** | 40.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 57 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.5** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fawkes Wei](https://appshunter.io/developer/432767536) | [Bad Elf, LLC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/391764721) |

## What reviewers say

### GPS Status ∞ Coordinates

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-status-coordinates/id1254805862)

Easily view and copy your precise location in real-time. Supports multiple coordinate formats and unit systems for various activities like travel and outdoor adventures. Get accurate GPS data with a simple, fast interface.

**Highlights:** Real-time GPS accuracy display, Multiple coordinate formats (Lat/Lng, DMS), One-tap copy to clipboard, Unit switching (metric, imperial, nautical), Simple, fast, and reliable interface

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| Pro Lifetime | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent GPS accuracy
- 👍 Simple and clean design
- 👍 Works as advertised
- 👍 Straightforward and easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work consistently on watch
- 🐛 Crashes or errors for some users
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 💡 Lacks advanced features like satellite data

**Reported bugs**

- kCLErrorDomain error 0
- No GPS data showing
- Inconsistent speed and course data

**Requested features**

- Copy and share coordinates
- Option to display altitude instead of coordinates
- Ability to switch between metric and imperial units
- Satellite signal strength indicator


### Bad Elf Flex

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bad-elf-flex/id1486378497)

This utility app enhances the functionality of Bad Elf Flex and Flex Mini GNSS receivers. It allows users to monitor hardware health, adjust settings, and update firmware. For the Flex model, it also enables the purchase and application of tokens for advanced features and correction sources like SBAS and RTK.

**Highlights:** Monitor GNSS receiver health, Change hardware settings, Perform firmware updates, Purchase and load Flex Tokens, Enable hardware-based features, Access correction sources

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GPS Status ∞ Coordinates free?

GPS Status ∞ Coordinates is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Bad Elf Flex free?

Bad Elf Flex is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, GPS Status ∞ Coordinates or Bad Elf Flex?

GPS Status ∞ Coordinates is rated higher. GPS Status ∞ Coordinates averages 4.4 out of 5 from 3.3K ratings, while Bad Elf Flex averages 3.6 from 14 ratings.

### Do GPS Status ∞ Coordinates or Bad Elf Flex have ads?

GPS Status ∞ Coordinates shows ads; Bad Elf Flex does not.

### Which is updated more often, GPS Status ∞ Coordinates or Bad Elf Flex?

GPS Status ∞ Coordinates ships an update fortnightly, and Bad Elf Flex every 2 months. Most recently, GPS Status ∞ Coordinates was updated on October 20, 2026 and Bad Elf Flex on October 12, 2026.

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