# Geocaching® vs Speedometer»

The clearest difference is ads: Geocaching® at none against Speedometer»'s shown. Geocaching® also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 13 months) and chart position (#10 vs #83). Speedometer»'s advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs freemium). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Geocaching® sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Speedometer» sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Geocaching® against 4.9 for Speedometer». Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 66K and 49K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 70% of Geocaching®'s written reviews are positive against 72% of Speedometer»'s.

Geocaching® ships an update fortnightly, Speedometer» every 13 months. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Geocaching® | Speedometer» |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (66K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geocaching/id329541503/reviews) | **[4.9 (49K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speedometer/id518469483/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **66K** | 49K |
| Positive reviews | 70.3% of reviews | **71.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 13 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | **#10** | #83 |
| Size | 136 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Groundspeak Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/292242506) | [Tim O's Studios, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/412839685) |

## What reviewers say

### Geocaching®

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geocaching/id329541503)

**Currently charting:** #10 Top Grossing · Navigation, #36 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

Discover millions of hidden containers worldwide with this app. It guides you through finding your first geocache with tips and instructions. Navigate using maps, compass, or driving directions, and connect with a global community of treasure hunters.

**Highlights:** View geocache details, activity, and hints, Navigate via map, compass, or directions, Live Search for nearby geocaches, Find traditional geocaches and events, Message other players, Trackable item management, Log geocaches with photos

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium Membership | $5.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium membership | $6.99 | per month |
| 2 Shareables Yearly Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| 5 Shareables Yearly Subscription | $11.99 | per year |
| 2 Shareables Yearly Subscription | $11.99 | per year |
| 10 Shareables Yearly Subscription | $14.99 | per year |
| 5 Shareables Yearly Subscription | $14.99 | per year |
| 10 Shareables Yearly Subscription | $17.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium Membership | $29.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium membership | $39.99 | per year |
| 3-month membership | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1-year membership | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun outdoor activity
- 🌳 Explores new places
- 👍 Great family activity
- 🗺️ Useful navigation features
- 📸 Ability to log finds and photos

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive premium subscription
- 🔒 Locking higher difficulty caches behind paywall
- 🐛 Occasional app crashes and bugs
- 🗺️ Inaccurate or limited map features
- 🔋 High battery consumption

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to log trackables from the app
- Inconsistent performance when zooming and panning maps
- Unreliable GPS and compass functionality
- Difficulty canceling premium subscription

**Requested features**

- Ability to edit cache descriptions and add images
- Option to filter by cache placement year
- Trackable journey tracking on the app
- Seamless integration with other navigation apps
- Offline caching data and navigation


### Speedometer»

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speedometer/id518469483)

**Currently charting:** #83 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

This application displays your current speed in miles per hour, kilometers per hour, or knots. It features a large, clear display with Retina support for optimal visibility. Accuracy is enhanced by adjusting indicator transparency.

**Highlights:** Displays speed in mph, km/h, knots, Large, clear indicators, Retina display support, Accuracy based on indicator transparency, Uses device hardware for speed estimation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Speedometer Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Speedometer Pro Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate speedometer
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚢 Works well for boats, vehicles, and other modes of transportation
- 💡 Helpful for checking speedometer accuracy
- 🚲 Great for bikes and electric vehicles

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional glitches or inaccuracies at higher speeds
- 🔋 Can drain battery quickly
- 📍 Requests location access even when not in use
- 💤 Slow to update speed at times

**Reported bugs**

- Stops working after some time, shows 0 mph
- Incompatible with some devices or iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Analog speedometer display option
- Ability to disable review prompts while driving
- Improved accuracy at lower speeds


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Geocaching® free?

Geocaching® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Speedometer» free?

Speedometer» is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Geocaching® or Speedometer»?

Speedometer» is rated higher. Geocaching® averages 4.8 out of 5 from 66K ratings, while Speedometer» averages 4.9 from 49K ratings.

### Do Geocaching® or Speedometer» have ads?

Speedometer» shows ads; Geocaching® does not.

### Which is updated more often, Geocaching® or Speedometer»?

Geocaching® ships an update fortnightly, and Speedometer» every 13 months. Most recently, Geocaching® was updated on October 14, 2026 and Speedometer» on October 14, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Geocaching® or Speedometer»?

Geocaching® currently peaks at #10 in the App Store charts, and Speedometer» at #83. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*