Comparison

CompassTip vs (fun) Compass

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

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About

CompassTip

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CompassTip app features an augmented reality virtual 3D compass presented on the live camera feed of your device. Easily find your point of interest via your camera and also through the focus eyelet in the middle of the compass. From there, you can read the compass directions without having to lift your head or shift your eyes to away from your point of interest. The compass also features a map that automatically updates as you move your device. The app features a unique responsive compass where the indicators tilt and move according to the tilt of your device. The indicators are designed to tilt and move in a way that display intuitive directions in 3D space. For example, normal standard compasses and standard indicators of direction have a fixed arrow that points downwards when you have your device held vertically in front of you even if that direction is directly behind you. Arrows pointing straight up when you are facing straight ahead are more intuitive than arrows that point straight down when it is meant to be pointing behind you. The tilting of the compass also provides intuitive visual feedback on how much you are tilting your device. CompassTip is designed to tilt that arrow so that it points inwards towards the screen to indicate a direction that is behind you, and this happens accurately and smoothly as you move your device around. This is coupled with augmented reality so that you can view what you are pointing at and have a proper indication of directions in relation to your camera. The app also lets you adjust the camera (digital) zoom to aid you in visually finding your point of interest. Key features: • Augmented reality compass with 3D direction needles that also moves according to the tilt of your device; • A map that is synchronized to your current location and heading, which automatically updates as you move your device; • Adjustable map size; • Ability to adjust the camera zoom; • Ability to turn AR on and off; • Ability to share a screenshot of your compass screen; and • Information display that includes current heading, longitude, latitude and elevation. This app uses an in-app credit system called, CompassTip Beans. You earn CompassTip Beans by interacting with advertisements or making consumable in-app purchases that top-up the number of beans. You may then exchange and redeem these beans for other features in the app including activating ad-free periods. The app offers the following consumable items: • Title: Purchase 10000 Beans - Description: Adds 10000 CompassTip Beans to your account - Price: (Please check the app or the App Store for the latest price as it may be subject to change) • Title: Purchase 200 Beans - Description: Adds 200 CompassTip Beans to your account - Price: (Please check the app or the App Store for the latest price as it may be subject to change) For more information, please see our Terms of Use (https://compasstip.com/terms) and Privacy Policy (https://compasstip.com/privacy-policy).

About

(fun) Compass

This app offers a modern, minimalist, and accurate compass experience with beautiful handcrafted skins and subtle animations. It provides essential navigation features without internet, ideal for travel, exploration, and everyday use. Widgets offer instant direction at a glance.

Highlights
  • Modern and minimalist interface
  • Highly accurate compass
  • Handcrafted skins
  • Smooth animations and haptics
  • Home screen widgets
  • Offline functionality
Features
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A compass should feel simple, accurate, and effortless, not dated or cluttered. (fun) Compass reimagines this essential tool into a beautifully modern experience. Clean typography, soft animation, subtle haptics, handcrafted skins, and thoughtful details turn everyday navigation into a tiny moment of delight. Our mission is simple: we turn simple utilities into small moments of joy. (fun) Compass brings that philosophy to one of the most universal tools ever created. A Modern, Minimal Compass (fun) Compass is designed as a clean, readable, and highly accurate compass you can rely on anytime. The large typographic direction letter makes orientation effortless. Optional degrees provide precise direction when you need it. Subtle rings respond smoothly to movement, giving you a clear sense of heading without distraction. Whether you’re using it as a simple compass for quick checks or as an accurate compass for travel and navigation, the interface always stays minimal, elegant, and calm. Perfect for Travel & Everyday Navigation Use (fun) Compass as your travel compass on trips, hikes, and new cities—or as a free compass app for quick direction checks at home. Ideal for: • Travel and city exploration • Photography orientation • Outdoor navigation • Home and office alignment • Everyday directional awareness With no internet required, it’s reliable anywhere. Beautiful Skins Choose from a curated collection of 9 handcrafted skins: • Minimalist Light • Minimalist Dark • Ice Glass • Pearl • Carbon • Slate • Graphite • Plus more Common, Rare, Epic, and Legendary looks Each finish gives your compass a unique character—soft gradients, textured surfaces, frosted glass, or bold dark tones. Switch skins anytime to match your mood or environment. Feel the Difference (fun) Compass elevates a simple tool with small touches that make it feel alive: • Subtle haptics on cardinal points (Compass+) • Soft magnetic tick sound (Compass+) • Smooth orientation animation • Clean, quiet interface • Minimal view mode (Compass+) • North dot indicator (Compass+) Every detail is refined, warm, and satisfying—never noisy or intrusive. Widgets for Instant Direction Add large typographic compass widgets to your Home Screen. Quickly check your heading, degrees, or north direction without opening the app. Widgets support selected skins, making your setup both useful and beautiful. Upgrade to Compass+ Unlock the full experience: • All skins • Haptics • Sound • Degrees • North dot • Minimal view • Widgets • Future updates and skins Choose monthly, yearly, or lifetime—support our work and enjoy every premium feature. Designed With Care (fun) Compass is part of the (fun) family of modern utilities—apps built to transform simple tools into delightful experiences. We believe that even the smallest everyday interactions deserve attention, personality, and craft. If you value clean design, calm interfaces, and thoughtful details, this is the compass you’ll love using daily—whether for navigation, travel, direction, or simply a moment of visual enjoyment. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GGduvRVdPEk4ASX04e5As3OERoDEkq9NyKAhaqj2nJg/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.7rikaxfdbgfd

Screenshots

CompassTip4 screens
(fun) Compass4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: (fun) Compass at none against CompassTip's shown. (fun) Compass also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. CompassTip sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and (fun) Compass sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CompassTip ships an update every 3 months, (fun) Compass every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
CompassTip versus (fun) Compass: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCompassTip(fun) Compass
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size248 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTanadium Pte. Ltd.Mehdi El Moussali

In-app purchases

4 purchases

CompassTip

Subscriptions2
  • Ad-Free Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
  • Ad-Free Annual Subscription$5.991 Year
One-time2
  • Purchase 200 Beans$1.99
  • Purchase 10000 Beans$59.99
6 purchases

(fun) Compass

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly3 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Yearly3 Days trial$5.991 Year
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  • Yearly7 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime$14.99
  • Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is CompassTip free?
CompassTip is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is (fun) Compass free?
(fun) Compass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CompassTip or (fun) Compass have ads?
CompassTip shows ads; (fun) Compass does not.
Which is updated more often, CompassTip or (fun) Compass?
CompassTip ships an update every 3 months, and (fun) Compass every 4 days. Most recently, CompassTip was updated on September 23, 2026 and (fun) Compass on September 10, 2026.

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