Comparison

Elevation For Real vs Altimeter GPS & Barometer

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

Head to head
About

Elevation For Real

This app provides real-time elevation data using your device's GPS and a built-in geoid model. It also displays ground elevation from various web services and includes a pressure altimeter for relative altitude measurements. Features include a live map, accuracy estimates, and one-touch screenshots.

Highlights
  • Real-time GPS elevation
  • Ground elevation from web services
  • Pressure altimeter
  • Live map with location
  • Accuracy estimates
  • One-touch screenshots
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Get real-time elevation from your iOS device's GPS receiver and built-in geoid model. Also displayed is ground elevation from the USGS Elevation Web Service in the U.S. and Canada, and from the Google Maps Elevation API elsewhere. Here are some more features: - Real-time map which displays your location - Estimated vertical and horizontal accuracy - Spot elevation data displayed by tapping map - English or metric units based on your region setting - Start/Stop button - One touch screenshots - NO Third-Party Ads! - Pressure altimeter. Measure relative altitudes or calibrate to an elevation benchmark. Use indoors or out. Even works in Airplane Mode! Note: your iOS device must be equipped with a barometer to access pressure altimeter functionality. The iPhone 6 and later and the iPad Air 2 and later have barometers. Download Elevation For Real today! Notes: 1) homedatasheet.com, Inc. is not affiliated with USGS. USGS Elevation Web Service is available to the general public online, at no cost. 2) ***The initial view of this app requires a GPS signal to work properly. A clear view of the sky is needed for GPS reception, and it may take several seconds to get a position fix. Elevation for Real will run on devices not equipped with a GPS receiver and GPS-equipped devices that are not receiving a GPS signal, but any resulting elevation readings will just be the approximate ground elevation at your location, even if you are several stories up in a tall building. 3) ***Any elevation measurements with personal safety or financial implications should be performed by professionals with professional GPS equipment. Elevation for Real is not intended to determine flood hazard. Consult a licensed professional in your jurisdiction, such as a surveyor or engineer, when dealing with flood risk.

About

Altimeter GPS & Barometer

This app provides accurate altitude and location data using your iPhone's sensors, even without an internet connection. It offers a compass, step counter, sunrise/sunset calculator, and multiple map options for outdoor adventures and survival situations.

Highlights
  • Accurate altitude readings (GPS, Aster, Barometer)
  • Offline functionality, no internet required
  • Integrated speedometer and pedometer
  • Sunrise/sunset calculator
  • Position finder and compass
  • Multiple map options
  • Today Widget for quick access
Features
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Unlock the full potential of your iPhone's sensors for your wilderness adventures and survival situations with Altimeter GPS. This app is thoughtfully designed for offline use, ensuring you're equipped even in remote locations. Key Features: Accurate Altimeter: Get precise altitude readings using our innovative "Pure Altitude Algorithm," whether you're tracking your location through GPS, Aster, or barometric data. No Internet Required: Unlike other altimeter apps, we don't rely on internet connections. Altimeter GPS reads your iPhone's GPS and barometer data directly with our advanced algorithms, making it your trusty companion in mountains, deserts, and beyond. Altimeter and Speedometer: Choose between meters-km/h or feet-mph for altitude and speed readings, all without needing an internet connection. Barometer Altitude Measurement (iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus) Pedometer/Step Counter: Utilize the M7 co-processor of your iPhone 5s/6/6 Plus for step counting – no setup required. Stay active and healthy effortlessly. Sunrise/Sunset Calculator: Plan your outdoor activities with precision using our proprietary algorithm, calculating sunrise and sunset times based on your GPS coordinates. Position Finder: Mark your starting point and determine the shortest route back. Today Widget: Access your current address and altitude conveniently with the iOS 8 Today Widget. Flashlight: Our elegant and functional flashlight is bright, fast, and simple to use. Compass: Stay on course with a real-time direction indicator on the main screen and a handy new compass with Place Finder – all without needing Wi-Fi or 3G. Multiple Maps: Choose from Open Street Map, Hike Map, Stamen Map, and Open Cycle Map for your navigation needs. Chronometer: A simple and efficient tool that works even in the background. Always Know Your Location: Your current address is displayed prominently on the main screen, ensuring you're never lost. Whether you're conquering Mount Everest or exploring Death Valley, Altimeter GPS is your ultimate companion for outdoor activities like hiking, walking, skiing, rock climbing, mountain biking, and more.  Don't rely on an internet connection for altitude and barometer – trust Altimeter GPS to guide you on your adventures. Subscribe to access to premium app features; subscription details are the following: • Length: weekly, monthly, yearly • Your payment will be charged to your iTunes Account as soon as you confirm your purchase • You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal from your Account Settings after the purchase • Your subscription will renew automatically, unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • The cost of renewal will be charged to your account in the 24 hours prior to the end of the current period • When canceling a subscription, your subscription will stay active until the end of the period. Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Elevation For Real2 screens
Altimeter GPS & Barometer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Altimeter GPS & Barometer at 4.6 against Elevation For Real's 3.3. Altimeter GPS & Barometer also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 9 months) and ratings volume (2.2K vs 4). Elevation For Real's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and review sentiment (86% vs 58%). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. Elevation For Real sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Altimeter GPS & Barometer sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Altimeter GPS & Barometer holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Altimeter GPS & Barometer has 2.2K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 86% of Elevation For Real's written reviews are positive against 58% of Altimeter GPS & Barometer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Elevation For Real ships an update every 9 months, Altimeter GPS & Barometer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Elevation For Real versus Altimeter GPS & Barometer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterElevation For RealAltimeter GPS & Barometer
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (4 ratings)4.6 (2.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews86.4% of reviews — better57.9% of reviews
Number of ratings42.2K — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
Best chart rank—#150 — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.114.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB107 MB
Age rating+44+
Developerhomedatasheet.com, Inc.Aesthetic Apps & Widgets srl

Customer experience

Elevation For Real

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive86.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative13.6%

Altimeter GPS & Barometer

All ratings2,098 ratings
Positive91.8%
Neutral2.5%
Negative5.7%
Written reviews292 reviews
Positive57.9%
Neutral4.1%
Negative38.0%

Bugs and requests

Elevation For Real

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Altimeter GPS & Barometer

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Doesn't work on iPhone 16
  • Altimeter shows incorrect elevation
  • Compass is 90 degrees off
  • Crashes on startup

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add widget capability
  • Support for elevations below sea level
  • Improve compass accuracy
  • Offline map support

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Elevation For Real

One-time1
  • Pressure Altimeter$0.99
7 purchases

Altimeter GPS & Barometer

Subscriptions6
  • Weekly premium$2.997 Days
  • Weekly premium7 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Weekly premium7 Days trial$4.997 Days
Show 3 more
  • Weekly premium$4.997 Days
  • Yearly premium$9.991 Year
  • Yearly premium7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remove advertisement forever$3.99

Questions

Is Elevation For Real free?
Elevation For Real is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Altimeter GPS & Barometer free?
Altimeter GPS & Barometer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Elevation For Real or Altimeter GPS & Barometer?
Altimeter GPS & Barometer is rated higher. Elevation For Real averages 3.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Altimeter GPS & Barometer averages 4.6 from 2.2K ratings.
Do Elevation For Real or Altimeter GPS & Barometer have ads?
Neither Elevation For Real nor Altimeter GPS & Barometer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Elevation For Real or Altimeter GPS & Barometer?
Elevation For Real ships an update every 9 months, and Altimeter GPS & Barometer fortnightly. Most recently, Elevation For Real was updated on November 1, 2026 and Altimeter GPS & Barometer on November 6, 2026.

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