Comparison

Variometer+ vs EasyMotionSkin Basic

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

Head to head
About

Variometer+

This app provides a highly responsive variometer for paragliding, hang gliding, and aviation. It offers customizable beeps, haptic feedback, and ground speed/altitude displays, with an independent Apple Watch app for full functionality on your wrist.

Highlights
  • Highly responsive variometer algorithm
  • Audible beeps and haptic feedback
  • Ground speed and altitude display
  • Sink alarm
  • Customizable settings and sounds
  • Independent Apple Watch app
Features
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Variometer+ is the most responsive variometer for your iPhone or/and Apple Watch. Works for all activities (paragliding, hang gliding, aviation, ...). • Super reactive / responsive thanks to a very advanced algorithm • Beeps like a real variometer (or haptic feedback on your wrist) • Shows ground speed & altitude (sea level & relative to take-off) • Sink alarm • Entirely configurable (settings sync with Apple Watch through iCloud) • Choose among several gauges • Change units (m/s, ft/min, ...) • Customize beeps tresholds • Customize gauge max & min values based on your activity • Customize the sound of your vario (frequency, cadence, ...) for maximum comfort • Independent Apple Watch app (sound, haptic feedback, ...) → everything on your wrist • ... and more Use at your own risk. The creator cannot be held responsible for any issue that might arise. Common sense should prevail. Fly safe! This app respects your privacy and does not collect any data. Feedback is welcome and appreciated, you can contact me from within the app :-). Please be nice with me ;-). About the algorithm: This variometer is not an ordinary app. To provide this level of responsiveness, a very advanced mathematical technique is being used. This is called ‘Sensor fusion’. It uses data from multiple sensors of your devices, and combines them to increase accuracy and responsiveness. This has been developed in collaboration with researchers from the university of UCLouvain in Belgium. Because of the efficiency, hence complexity, of the algorithm, a great amount of computational power is required. This is why, based on the tests, the advanced level of responsiveness is only available on recent devices. The app still works - but is less responsive - on older devices though. Enjoy! --------- The terms of use & privacy policy can be found here: https://variometer.app/terms-and-privacy.html

About

EasyMotionSkin Basic

Features
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Use EasyMotionSkin Basic – the straightforward app for your EMS session. EasyMotionSkin Basic connects your EMS system to your smartphone via Bluetooth and gets you into your session in just a few steps. No detours, no setup hassle – just put it on, pair it, and go. YOUR BENEFITS AT A GLANCE Fast PowerBox pairing Connect your PowerBox in seconds by scanning its QR code. A built-in suit check shows you before every session whether all electrodes are making proper contact. Three proven programs Muscle Building/Body Toning, Detox/Anti-Cellulite, and Massage/Relax – each with a fixed frequency, stimulation, and recovery time tuned for reliable results. Flexible session length Choose between 20 or 45 minutes – whatever fits your day. Individual intensity control Set the intensity for abdomen, lower back, legs, and glutes separately, and adjust it anytime during your session. Made for you Switch between German and English, and keep track of your PowerBox's firmware, battery level, and device details in the info view at any time. EasyMotionSkin Basic is the companion app for EasyMotionSkin EMS systems with a reduced feature set – ideal for anyone who wants a fast, no-frills session without extra settings. Note: An EasyMotionSkin EMS system (PowerBox and textile) is required for use. Please make sure to read the safety instructions and contraindications in the user manual before your first session.

Screenshots

Variometer+4 screens
EasyMotionSkin Basic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EasyMotionSkin Basic at none against Variometer+'s 3. EasyMotionSkin Basic also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.4). On price, ads 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. Variometer+ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. EasyMotionSkin Basic asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Variometer+ ships an update every 3 weeks, EasyMotionSkin Basic weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Variometer+ versus EasyMotionSkin Basic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVariometer+EasyMotionSkin Basic
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (27 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews89.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings27 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.413.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperiSolid appsEMS GmbH

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Variometer+

Subscriptions2
  • Vario PRO Monthly$6.991 Month
  • Vario PRO Yearly3 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Vario PRO Lifetime$49.99
None

EasyMotionSkin Basic

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Variometer+ free?
Variometer+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is EasyMotionSkin Basic free?
EasyMotionSkin Basic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Variometer+ or EasyMotionSkin Basic have ads?
Neither Variometer+ nor EasyMotionSkin Basic shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Variometer+ or EasyMotionSkin Basic?
Variometer+ ships an update every 3 weeks, and EasyMotionSkin Basic weekly. Most recently, Variometer+ was updated on October 14, 2026 and EasyMotionSkin Basic on October 4, 2026.

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