Comparison

Compass Direction vs Punjabi Disha Compass

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

Head to head
About

Compass Direction

This app provides accurate compass headings and directions with a real-time GPS map. Easily switch between map and camera views, and access features like altitude, speed, and a torch. Enjoy a beautiful and intuitive interface with haptic feedback and accessibility support.

Highlights
  • Accurate compass headings and directions
  • Real-time GPS map with zoom
  • Altitude, latitude, and longitude display
  • Speedometer
  • Integrated torch
  • Switch between map and camera view
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AS FEATURED ON: TechRadar and more. Compass Direction - Digital is an easy to use compass app which allows you to find accurate compass headings and directions along with a realtime GPS map. Switch between the map and the view by holding the device up! WHY YOU’LL LOVE COMPASS DIRECTION - DIGITAL: The app allows you to use a digital compass - and it looks beautiful whilst doing so! NOTABLE FEATURES: • The app includes heading, direction, altitude, latitude, longitude, speedometer, and a torch • Switch between map types by tapping the screen and pinch to zoom in/out • Switch between the map and view by holding the device up • Accurate realtime compass direction and heading • Realtime GPS coordinates • Simple and beautiful user interface • Small haptics when interacting, improving the overall experience • VoiceOver support • 3D Touch GET IN TOUCH: If you have any questions or feedback, I'm all ears. Compass Direction - Digital was created by an individual in his free time, and I’d love to know what you think. I’m available through Twitter @elohohel. Terms of Use (EULA) - https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

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Punjabi Disha Compass

Features
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ਸੱਭਿਆਚਾਰਕ ਸਪਰਸ਼ ਨਾਲ ਸਾਡਾ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਦਿਸ਼ਾ ਕੰਪਾਸ ਐਪ ਪੇਸ਼ ਹੈ! - ਸਾਡੇ ਕੰਪਾਸ ਨਾਲ ਦਿਸ਼ਾ ਲੱਭੋ ਜੋ ਸਿਰਫ਼ ਸਹੀ ਰਾਹ ਹੀ ਨਹੀਂ ਦੱਸਦਾ, ਬਲਕਿ ਤੁਹਾਨੂੰ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ (ਗੁਰਮੁਖੀ) ਭਾਸ਼ਾ ਦੀ ਸੁੰਦਰਤਾ ਵਿੱਚ ਵੀ ਡੁਬੋਂਦਾ ਹੈ। - ਤੁਸੀਂ ਯਾਤਰਾ ਕਰ ਰਹੇ ਹੋ, ਨਵੀਂ ਥਾਂ ਖੋਜ ਰਹੇ ਹੋ, ਜਾਂ ਸਿਰਫ਼ ਇਹ ਜਾਣਨਾ ਚਾਹੁੰਦੇ ਹੋ ਕਿ ਉੱਤਰ ਕਿਧਰ ਹੈ — ਇਹ ਐਪ ਤੁਹਾਡੇ ਨਾਲ ਹੈ। ਮੁੱਖ ਖਾਸੀਅਤਾਂ: - ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਦਿਸ਼ਾ: ਆਪਣੀ ਮਾਤ ਭਾਸ਼ਾ ਵਿੱਚ ਨੈਵੀਗੇਟ ਕਰੋ। ਐਪ ਗੁਰਮੁਖੀ ਦਿਸ਼ਾਵਾਂ ਦਿੰਦਾ ਹੈ — ਈਸ਼ਾਨ, ਅਗਨੀ, ਨੈਰਿਤ, ਵਾਯਵੀ — ਨਾਲ ਉੱਤਰ, ਪੂਰਬ, ਦੱਖਣ, ਪੱਛਮ ਅਤੇ ਆਸਾਨ ਹਵਾਲੇ ਲਈ ਅੰਗਰੇਜ਼ੀ ਨਾਮ। - ਵਾਸਤੂ / ਦਿਸ਼ਾ ਮੋਡ: ਕਮਰੇ ਮੁਤਾਬਕ ਸੰਰੇਖਣ ਮਾਰਗਦਰਸ਼ਨ। - ਕਈ ਖੂਬਸੂਰਤ ਥੀਮ: ਵੱਖ-ਵੱਖ ਸਟਾਈਲ ਅਤੇ ਰੰਗਾਂ ਨਾਲ ਨਵਾਂ ਲੁੱਕ। - ਵੱਡਾ ਅਤੇ ਸਾਫ਼ ਟੈਕਸਟ: ਮੌਜੂਦਾ ਦਿਸ਼ਾ ਸਪਸ਼ਟ ਰੂਪ ਵਿੱਚ ਦਿਖਦੀ ਹੈ। - ਦਿਸ਼ਾ ਦੀ ਡਿਗਰੀ: ਆਪਣੀ ਮੌਜੂਦਾ ਦਿਸ਼ਾ ਦੀ ਸਹੀ ਡਿਗਰੀ ਜਾਣੋ। - ਨਾਰਥ ਪੁਆਇੰਟਰ: ਛੋਟਾ ਤੀਰ ਹਮੇਸ਼ਾ ਉੱਤਰ ਵੱਲ ਇਸ਼ਾਰਾ ਕਰਦਾ ਹੈ। - ਆਫਲਾਈਨ ਕੰਪਾਸ: ਖਾਤੇ ਦੀ ਲੋੜ ਨਹੀਂ। AR ਕੰਪਾਸ ਅਤੇ ਸੂਰਜ ਚੜ੍ਹਨ/ਡੁੱਬਣ ਦੀ ਦਿਸ਼ਾ ਵੀ। ਦੁਨੀਆ ਘੁੰਮਦਿਆਂ ਭਾਸ਼ਾ ਦੀ ਸੁੰਦਰਤਾ ਮਹਿਸੂਸ ਕਰੋ। ਹੁਣੇ ਡਾਊਨਲੋਡ ਕਰੋ! --- English --- Introducing Punjabi Disha Compass — with a cultural twist! - Find your way with a compass that not only points true, but immerses you in Punjabi (Gurmukhi) direction names. - Whether you are traveling, exploring somewhere new, or simply want to know which way is North, this app has you covered. Key Features: - Direction in Punjabi: Navigate in your language. The app shows Gurmukhi names like ਈਸ਼ਾਨ, ਅਗਨੀ, ਨੈਰਿਤ, ਵਾਯਵੀ along with ਉੱਤਰ, ਪੂਰਬ, ਦੱਖਣ, ਪੱਛਮ — plus English labels for easy reference. - Vastu / disha mode with room alignment guidance - Multiple stunning themes - Big, bold current-direction text - Precise degree readout - North pointer so you never lose your bearings - Fully offline for core compass use — no account. AR compass mode and sunrise/sunset direction included. Travel with ease. Explore with style. No ads. A Punjabi-first disha compass — not a religious ritual app. Terms of Use (EULA): https://pankajgaikar.com/compass-terms.html Privacy Policy: https://pankajgaikar.com/compass-privacy.html

Screenshots

Compass Direction4 screens
Punjabi Disha Compass4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Punjabi Disha Compass at none against Compass Direction's 9. Punjabi Disha Compass also leads on ads (none vs shown). Compass Direction's advantage is chart position (#199 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). On price 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. Compass Direction sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Punjabi Disha Compass asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Compass Direction versus Punjabi Disha Compass: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCompass DirectionPunjabi Disha Compass
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (2.7K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews34.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.7K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#199 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRihab MehboobPankaj Gaikar

Bugs and requests

Compass Direction

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Compass always showing wrong directions
  • App freezes or becomes non-functional
  • Restore purchase feature not working
  • App crashing or not loading properly

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to calibrate the compass
  • Option to purchase a one-time fee instead of subscription
  • Offline map support
  • Ability to set waypoints and get directions

Punjabi Disha Compass

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Compass Direction

Subscriptions7
  • Compass 1 Week$3.997 Days
  • Compass 1 Week$4.997 Days
  • Compass 1 Month3 Days trial$5.991 Month
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  • Compass 1 Month$9.991 Month
  • Compass 1 Year3 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • Compass 6 Months$29.996 Months
  • Compass 1 Year3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time2
  • Compass Lifetime$69.99
  • Compass Lifetime$99.99
None

Punjabi Disha Compass

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Compass Direction free?
Compass Direction is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Punjabi Disha Compass free?
Punjabi Disha Compass is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Compass Direction or Punjabi Disha Compass have ads?
Compass Direction shows ads; Punjabi Disha Compass does not.

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