Comparison

MGRS Wear vs MGRS@Work

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

Head to head
About

MGRS Wear

This watch application shows your current GPS coordinates. Easily switch between MGRS, UTM, and decimal Latitude/Longitude formats with a single button. Location permissions are requested upon first launch.

Highlights
  • Displays current GPS location
  • Toggles between MGRS, UTM, and Lat/Lon
  • Requests location permissions
  • Supports Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPod
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This Apple Watch application displays your current GPS location. A button at the bottom toggles the displayed location between MGRS, UTM, and decimal Latitude, Longitude systems. The app will request location permissions at startup.

About

MGRS@Work

This navigation app provides precise location data using the Military Grid Reference System (MGRS) and an advanced compass. Designed for professionals in demanding fields, it offers an intuitive interface for quick access to critical navigation information.

Highlights
  • MGRS coordinate support
  • Advanced real-time compass
  • User-friendly interface
  • Quick access to critical data
  • Reliable performance in demanding environments
  • Apple Watch companion app
Features
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MGRS@Work is your ultimate tool for accurate and reliable navigation, built specifically for professionals who require precise location data in challenging environments. Whether you’re in the military, search and rescue, or any high-stress field, this app delivers powerful features with an intuitive design. Key Features: MGRS Support: Easily access your location using the Military Grid Reference System (MGRS), providing precise coordinates that are essential for tactical operations and mission planning. Advanced Compass: A highly responsive, easy-to-read compass that aligns perfectly with your needs. Navigate confidently with accurate directional data displayed in real-time. User-Friendly Interface: Designed for use in high-pressure situations, the app offers a clean and straightforward interface, allowing you to focus on what’s important without distractions. Quick Access to Critical Data: Instantly retrieve coordinates, heading, and other vital information with minimal effort, ensuring you can make quick decisions when time is of the essence. Reliable Performance: Built to perform in the most demanding environments, whether you’re in the field or on the move, ensuring you always have access to accurate and up-to-date information. MGRS@Watch: Precision navigation now on Apple Watch! Access accurate MGRS coordinates and an advanced compass in a user-friendly interface even without your iPhone. MGRS@Work is more than just a compass—it's a critical tool for professionals who demand the best in navigation technology. With its focus on precision, ease of use, and reliability, this app is your trusted companion in any mission.

Screenshots

MGRS@Work1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MGRS@Work at 4.0 against MGRS Wear's 2.4. MGRS Wear's advantage is ratings volume (7 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MGRS@Work holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MGRS Wear has 7 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
MGRS Wear versus MGRS@Work: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMGRS WearMGRS@Work
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (7 ratings)4.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better1
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.4
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJames TaylorHenning Bjorneng Sagen

Customer experience

MGRS Wear

All ratings7 ratings
Positive28.6%
Neutral14.3%
Negative57.1%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral40.0%
Negative40.0%

MGRS@Work

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

MGRS Wear

No in-app purchases

None

MGRS@Work

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MGRS Wear free?
MGRS Wear is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MGRS@Work free?
MGRS@Work is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MGRS Wear or MGRS@Work?
MGRS@Work is rated higher. MGRS Wear averages 2.4 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while MGRS@Work averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do MGRS Wear or MGRS@Work have ads?
Neither MGRS Wear nor MGRS@Work shows ads.

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