# Altimeter PRO with Compass vs AR Compass 3D

The clearest difference is review sentiment: AR Compass 3D at 75% against Altimeter PRO with Compass's 0%. AR Compass 3D also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (37 vs 3). Altimeter PRO with Compass's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Altimeter PRO with Compass sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and AR Compass 3D sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

AR Compass 3D holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AR Compass 3D has 37 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Altimeter PRO with Compass's written reviews are positive against 75% of AR Compass 3D's.

Altimeter PRO with Compass ships an update every 5 months, AR Compass 3D every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Altimeter PRO with Compass | AR Compass 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/altimeter-pro-with-compass/id1454246052/reviews) | **[4.5 (37 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ar-compass-3d/id1590790089/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **37** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **75.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 11 MB | 78 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [健 王](https://appshunter.io/developer/1287497439) | [Hangzhou OrangeJuice Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1509434108) |

## What reviewers say

### Altimeter PRO with Compass

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/altimeter-pro-with-compass/id1454246052)

This app provides real-time altitude, GPS coordinates, and air pressure readings. It includes a built-in compass and map navigation features, ideal for outdoor activities. A watermarking camera function also records location data on photos.

**Highlights:** Real-time altitude measurement, Built-in compass, Map navigation with coordinates, Accurate GPS positioning, Watermarking camera for location data

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Altitude Monthly Member | $0.99 | per month |
| VIP: Remove Ads Service | $2.99 | one-time |


### AR Compass 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ar-compass-3d/id1590790089)

This navigation app uses augmented reality to display a compass directly in your real-world environment. You can mark directions, addresses, and altitudes, and even record your experiences with screenshots. It's designed for those who find traditional compasses difficult to use.

**Highlights:** Augmented reality compass display, Mark directions, addresses, and altitudes, Record and screenshot within the app, Utilizes device compass feature, Requires location services and compass calibration

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Altimeter PRO with Compass free?

Altimeter PRO with Compass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is AR Compass 3D free?

AR Compass 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Altimeter PRO with Compass or AR Compass 3D?

AR Compass 3D is rated higher. Altimeter PRO with Compass averages 4.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while AR Compass 3D averages 4.5 from 37 ratings.

### Do Altimeter PRO with Compass or AR Compass 3D have ads?

Both Altimeter PRO with Compass and AR Compass 3D show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Altimeter PRO with Compass or AR Compass 3D?

Altimeter PRO with Compass ships an update every 5 months, and AR Compass 3D every 2 months. Most recently, Altimeter PRO with Compass was updated on October 7, 2026 and AR Compass 3D on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*