µMagnetometer vs Protractor (Virtual & Simple)
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
µMagnetometer
Measures the strength of the magnetic field around you using your device's magnetometer. Requires Location Services to be enabled on iOS. Provides microtesla readings for nearby magnetic fields.
- Measures magnetic field strength
- Displays readings in microteslas
- Utilizes device magnetometer
- Requires Location Services (iOS)
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µMagnetometer is simple application for measure nearby magnetic field strength. Note: Magnetometer on IOS requires enabled Location Services!
Protractor (Virtual & Simple)
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With this simple half-disc virtual protractor application you can easily find approximate measure of angle in degrees. Start the application and point camera at the angle. The protractor overlay will help you estimate the measure of angles. You can also take a photo of your measurements by taping once on the screen. *Important notice: Use the information recoded in (or generated with) this application only as a rough indication, rough estimates or as a rough guide. Even though we do our best to provide you with confirmed information, the accuracy is NOT GUARANTEED by us. Users are strongly advised to confirm the information of their interest with other sources. This application is provided “as is” and with all faults. You bear the risk of using it. We shall not be responsible or liable for any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of the use of functions or the content of this application. By using this application you are agreeing to these terms. If you do not agree to these terms do not use this application.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: µMagnetometer at every 4 months against Protractor (Virtual & Simple)'s every 53 months. µMagnetometer also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). Protractor (Virtual & Simple)'s advantage is price ($0.99 vs $1.99). On ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
µMagnetometer costs $1.99 and Protractor (Virtual & Simple) $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
µMagnetometer ships an update every 4 months, Protractor (Virtual & Simple) every 53 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.
| Parameter | µMagnetometer | Protractor (Virtual & Simple) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | $0.99 — better |
| Rating | 4.4 (66 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 23.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 66 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months — better | Every 53 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 0 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dmytro Hrebeniuk | Systemiko Inc. |
In-app purchases
µMagnetometer
No in-app purchases
Protractor (Virtual & Simple)
No in-app purchases
Questions
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