Speedometer GPS vs Light Speedometer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Speedometer GPS
This GPS speedometer accurately tracks your speed, distance, and altitude for various activities like driving and cycling. It offers multiple units of measurement and can be used on Apple Watch for convenient access. An optional Pro upgrade unlocks additional features and removes ads.
- Track speed in MPH, KM/H, or knots
- Monitor altitude above sea level
- Record distance, max speed, and max altitude
- Apple Watch integration
- Customizable colors
- HUD mode
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Track your speed, distance, and altitude with Speedometer GPS - the simple, reliable GPS speedometer for driving, cycling, and travel - View your current speed in MPH, KM/H, or knots - Monitor your altitude above sea level - Track distance, max speed, and max altitude per trip - Use Speedometer on your Apple Watch for quick access - Unlock custom colors, HUD mode, and ad removal with the Pro upgrade Perfect for drivers, cyclists, or anyone who wants accurate speed and trip data at a glance
Light Speedometer
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This app uses the devices location in order to display your speed. It works with both MPH (miles per hour) and km/h (kilometers per hour)! You can use the app to measure any travel speed, here are a few examples to give you a some ideas: - Car/Truck/Van/etc. - Motorcycles - Boats - ATVs - Golfcarts - Outdoor Biking - Outdoor Running - Outdoor Walking - Skiing/Snowboarding - Skateboarding NOTE: This app requires the phone to be traveling with you, so indoor or stationary activities like treadmills, stationary bikes, etc, are not yet compatible with this app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Speedometer GPS at Free against Light Speedometer's $0.99. Light Speedometer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On update cadence, 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
Speedometer GPS is free to download; Light Speedometer costs $0.99 up front. Speedometer GPS sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Light Speedometer asks for nothing beyond the download.
Speedometer GPS ships an update every 2 months, Light Speedometer monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Speedometer GPS | Light Speedometer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $0.99 |
| Rating | 4.8 (84 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 84 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 0 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Rounded Peak Studios LLC | Chase Lewis |
In-app purchases
Speedometer GPS
- Remove Ads$0.99
Light Speedometer
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Speedometer GPS free?
Is Light Speedometer free?
Do Speedometer GPS or Light Speedometer have ads?
Which is updated more often, Speedometer GPS or Light Speedometer?
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