Compass Free vs Compass Pro+
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Compass Free
This app functions as a sundial to determine cardinal directions using sunlight. Align the shadow of your finger with the app's shading to find north, south, east, and west.
- Measures cardinal points
- Uses sunlight
- Aligns finger shadow
- Indicates directions
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Compass is a measuring instrument which indicates true direction under the sunlight. Put your finger in the middle of the compass and line it's shadow up with the app's shading.
Compass Pro+
This navigation tool provides instant, accurate direction using your device's sensors. It's designed for everyday use, travel, and outdoor activities with a clean, intuitive interface and a focus on privacy. Unlock all features with a premium purchase.
- Instant direction finding
- Accurate real-time heading
- Intuitive interface
- Designed for travel and outdoors
- Privacy-focused, no tracking
- Premium package for full access
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Find your direction instantly with Compass — a fast, accurate, and simple navigation tool designed for everyday use. Whether you're exploring a new city, hiking outdoors, or checking your orientation, Compass provides reliable direction in seconds. Accurate Compass Get real-time heading using your device’s built-in sensors. Designed for precision and smooth performance. Explore with Confidence Navigate new places with ease. Ideal for travel, outdoor activities, and daily use. Smart Orientation Instantly understand your direction and positioning with a clear, intuitive interface. Fast and Minimal No clutter, no unnecessary features — just a clean and responsive compass experience. Privacy First Compass is designed with privacy in mind. No accounts, no tracking. All data remains on your device. By purchasing a premium package, you gain full access to all app. -Payment will be charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase. -Subscriptions will auto-renew at the end of each term unless canceled 24 hours before the term ends. -The user can manage subscriptions. Auto-renewal can be disabled in iTunes account settings. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/compassappro/home Terms & Conditions: https://sites.google.com/view/compassterms/home
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Compass Pro+ at 4.9 against Compass Free's 2.1. Compass Pro+ also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 22 months). Compass Free's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and device support (4 vs 1). On price 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
Both are free to download. Compass Pro+ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Compass Free asks for nothing beyond the download.
Compass Pro+ holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 50 and 14 respectively.
Compass Free ships an update every 22 months, Compass Pro+ every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Compass Free | Compass Pro+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.1 (50 ratings) | 4.9 (14 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 34.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 50 — better | 14 |
| Update frequency | Every 22 months | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 21 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Masayuki Akamatsu | Apprepublic Yazılım Limited Şirketi |
Customer experience
Compass Free
Compass Pro+
Bugs and requests
Compass Free
Reported bugs
2 issues- Causes device freezes or crashes
- Inaccurate compass readings
Requested features
4 requests- Add support for southern hemisphere
- Integrate with GPS for more accurate direction
- Provide night mode or moonlight option
- Improve instructions and user guidance
Compass Pro+
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Compass Free
No in-app purchases
Compass Pro+
- Compass Weekly3 Days trial$9.997 Days
- Compass Annual$99.991 Year
