# Speedometer ⋙ vs Watch Browser

Speedometer ⋙ and Watch Browser both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 57% of Speedometer ⋙'s written reviews are positive against 10% of Watch Browser's. Speedometer ⋙ also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ratings volume (15K vs 272). Watch Browser's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months). On price, rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Watch Browser sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Speedometer ⋙ asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Speedometer ⋙ against 4.3 for Watch Browser. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Speedometer ⋙ has 15K ratings behind it against 272, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 57% of Speedometer ⋙'s written reviews are positive against 10% of Watch Browser's.

Speedometer ⋙ ships an update every 4 months, Watch Browser fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Speedometer ⋙ | Watch Browser |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speedometer/id1460509229/reviews)** | [4.3 (272 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watch-browser-web-on-wrist/id6449152396/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **15K** | 272 |
| Positive reviews | **56.5% of reviews** | 10.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Subscription |
| Size | 8 MB | 145 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [UniCom Technology](https://appshunter.io/developer/1270764210) | [Anh Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1632352487) |

## What reviewers say

### Speedometer ⋙

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speedometer/id1460509229)

This application tracks your speed and distance traveled using GPS. It displays your current speed in kilometers or miles per hour, records trip data, and can alert you to speed limit changes. It also includes a compass and weather information.

**Highlights:** GPS speed tracking, Odometer and trip recording, Speed limit display and alerts, Compass and weather information, Customizable display colors, Apple Watch app integration

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great graphics and visuals
- 📊 Provides lots of helpful statistics
- 🔍 Accurate speed and distance tracking
- 🌐 Useful compass feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent speed and distance readings
- 🔊 Mutes music playback when speeding
- 📈 Cluttered interface with no layout options
- 💰 Ads with no paid option to remove them

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or closes shortly after opening
- Speed and distance readings are inaccurate
- Time and temperature displays are incorrect
- Doesn't work on certain devices/OS versions

**Requested features**

- Customizable layout and display options
- Paid version to remove ads
- Improved speed and distance accuracy
- Compatibility with Apple Watch


### Watch Browser

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watch-browser-web-on-wrist/id6449152396)

Browse the web directly from your Apple Watch. Access news, search engines, and save favorite sites with a streamlined interface designed for your wrist. Manage your browsing history for privacy.

**Highlights:** Streamlined web browsing on Apple Watch, Access popular search engines, Save favorite websites, Real-time news updates, Basic history management

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium | $6.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Generally recommended app
- 👍 Can be useful for basic browsing
- 👍 Functionality available in Shortcuts app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription required for full use
- 💰 Limited free searches
- 💰 App demands payment after few uses
- 💰 Paywall after initial use
- 💰 Expensive lifetime access

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- App crashes on opening
- App exits immediately
- App crashes when searching
- App crashes after purchase

**Requested features**

- Remove subscription option
- Allow unlimited free use


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Speedometer ⋙ free?

Speedometer ⋙ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Watch Browser free?

Watch Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Speedometer ⋙ or Watch Browser?

Speedometer ⋙ is rated higher. Speedometer ⋙ averages 4.4 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while Watch Browser averages 4.3 from 272 ratings.

### Do Speedometer ⋙ or Watch Browser have ads?

Speedometer ⋙ shows ads; Watch Browser does not.

### Which is updated more often, Speedometer ⋙ or Watch Browser?

Speedometer ⋙ ships an update every 4 months, and Watch Browser fortnightly. Most recently, Speedometer ⋙ was updated on October 26, 2026 and Watch Browser on October 25, 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.*