Comparison

Speedometer ⊲ vs Speedometer

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

Head to head
About

Speedometer ⊲

Track your speed, distance, and altitude with this GPS-powered tool. It offers real-time speed limits, alerts for overspeeding, and even warns about speed cameras. Works offline and includes a compass for navigation.

Highlights
  • GPS speed tracking
  • Odometer and travel distance
  • Real-time speed limits
  • Speed camera alerts
  • Overspeed alerts
  • Offline functionality
  • Compass navigation
Features
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GPS speedometer displays your current speed while you are in a vehicle, bicycle or walking, measuring the travel time distance (odometer) and altitude. It can work without Internet connection. Characteristics: * Supports mph, km/h, knot units * Dimensions of travel distance (odometer) * Measures average distance * Different speed indicator for cycling and car aircraft * Displays the maximum speed while driving * Displays the current battery level * Shows altitude * Display speed limit realtime * Display speed cameras and red light cameras over 100.000 point database all over the world * Over speed Alert * Shows outside temperature and weather condition * Shows current road name * Shows your direction with compass * Display your current speed on Today widget *By your apple watch synchronize work

About

Speedometer

This app provides real-time GPS speed, altitude, and detailed statistics for various activities. Customize your display with different units, colors, and layouts. It features a color-coded map to visualize speed levels and supports GPX export.

Highlights
  • Real-time GPS speed display
  • Altitude and climb rate tracking
  • Customizable panels and layouts
  • Detailed real-time statistics
  • Color-coded speed map
  • GPX export
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Speedometer: Speed Panels transforms your iPhone and iPad into a precise GPS speedometer with powerful real-time statistics — completely ad-free. It shows your current speed, altitude, climb rate, and logs real-time statistics such as maximum and minimum values, total distance, and usage time while in the foreground. See your path with color-coded mapping (green/yellow/red/purple) that indicates speed levels. Whether driving, cycling, running, hiking, sailing, boating, or flying, Speed Panels delivers clarity and customization. FEATURES - Real-time GPS speed display in km/h, mph, knots, m/s, or Mach. - Altitude and climb rate tracking. - Fully customizable panels: choose colors, fonts, and layouts. - Auto layout adapts to portrait and landscape. - Detailed real-time statistics: Max speed, max/min altitude, max/min climb rate, distance traveled, and usage time. - Continuous path recording while the app is in the foreground; recording pauses when backgrounded. - Interactive color-coded map: green = slow, yellow = medium, red = high, purple = ultra-high speeds. - GPX export for sharing or analysis. - Dark Mode support. - Privacy-first: all data processed locally — no tracking, no ads, no accounts. DESIGNED FOR SNEAK-GLANCE USE Swipe between panels with large, clear readouts for quick glances during activity. SAFETY NOTICE For informational use only. Not a replacement for factory instruments. Always obey traffic laws and stay focused. BATTERY NOTICE Extended GPS use in the foreground can significantly impact battery life. DEVICE NOTICE Full GPS-based functionality requires an iPhone or an iPad with Cellular. Wi-Fi–only iPads do not provide GPS data for speed and altitude measurements. SUPPORTER NOTICE Optional Supporter tiers are available to unlock additional features such as extended statistics, GPX export, and extra customization options.

Screenshots

Speedometer ⊲4 screens
Speedometer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Speedometer at 5.0 against Speedometer ⊲'s 4.4. Speedometer also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). Speedometer ⊲'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ratings volume (4.2K vs 3). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Speedometer sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Speedometer ⊲ asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Speedometer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Speedometer ⊲ has 4.2K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Speedometer ⊲ ships an update every 3 months, Speedometer monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Speedometer ⊲ versus Speedometer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpeedometer ⊲Speedometer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (4.2K ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews62.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings4.2K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.6
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB86 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperUniCom TechnologyJAN DREBES

Customer experience

Speedometer ⊲

All ratings4,198 ratings
Positive85.9%
Neutral4.3%
Negative9.8%
Written reviews286 reviews
Positive62.2%
Neutral7.0%
Negative30.8%

Speedometer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Speedometer ⊲

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App closes unexpectedly after a few minutes of use
  • Speed and distance tracking are inaccurate at times
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS and Android versions
  • Speed limit information not always up-to-date or correct

Requested features

5 requests
  • Customizable alert sounds and volume
  • Option to remove ads or pay for a premium version
  • More detailed trip history and analytics
  • Integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • Ability to manually input speed limits

Speedometer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Speedometer ⊲

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

Speedometer

One-time8
  • Scooter Supporter$0.99
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • TukTuk Supporter$5.99
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  • Medium Tip$5.99
  • Truck Supporter$9.99
  • Large Tip$9.99
  • Rocket Supporter$17.99
  • Huge Tip$22.99

Questions

Is Speedometer ⊲ free?
Speedometer ⊲ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Speedometer free?
Speedometer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Speedometer ⊲ or Speedometer?
Speedometer is rated higher. Speedometer ⊲ averages 4.4 out of 5 from 4.2K ratings, while Speedometer averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Speedometer ⊲ or Speedometer have ads?
Speedometer ⊲ shows ads; Speedometer does not.
Which is updated more often, Speedometer ⊲ or Speedometer?
Speedometer ⊲ ships an update every 3 months, and Speedometer monthly. Most recently, Speedometer ⊲ was updated on November 6, 2026 and Speedometer on November 5, 2026.

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