# Compass XL vs Magic Earth Navigation & Maps

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Magic Earth Navigation & Maps at 51% against Compass XL's 0%. Magic Earth Navigation & Maps also leads on price (Free vs $0.99) and update cadence (weekly vs every 15 months). Compass XL's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 3.9) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads there is nothing between them.

Magic Earth Navigation & Maps is free to download; Compass XL costs $0.99 up front. Magic Earth Navigation & Maps sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $19.99 per year. Compass XL asks for nothing beyond the download.

Compass XL holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Magic Earth Navigation & Maps has 569 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 0% of Compass XL's written reviews are positive against 51% of Magic Earth Navigation & Maps's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Compass XL ships an update every 15 months, Magic Earth Navigation & Maps weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Compass XL | Magic Earth Navigation & Maps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass-xl/id364361121/reviews)** | [3.9 (569 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-earth-navigation-and-maps/id1007331679/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **569** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **51.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 15 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Freemium** |
| Size | 2 MB | 94 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Piet Jonas](https://appshunter.io/developer/288060167) | [Magic Lane International BV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1808449484) |

## What reviewers say

### Compass XL

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass-xl/id364361121)

This app provides a digital compass for iPads, utilizing the device's built-in magnetic sensor or a sun-based alternative. It's designed for outdoor enthusiasts engaged in activities like hiking and camping.

**Highlights:** Magnetic compass functionality, Sun compass for direction finding, Suitable for outdoor activities, Works on iPad devices, No magnetic anomaly interference with sun compass

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Magic Earth Navigation & Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-earth-navigation-and-maps/id1007331679)

Navigate your world with detailed offline maps and turn-by-turn directions for driving, biking, and walking. Enjoy real-time traffic updates and public transport information, all while prioritizing your privacy. Unlock advanced features with an optional subscription.

**Highlights:** Offline maps for 233 countries, Turn-by-turn navigation, Real-time traffic information, Public transport routing, Head-up Display (HUD) feature, CarPlay compatibility, Weather forecasts

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent offline navigation
- 🔒 Respects user privacy
- 👍 Clean and intuitive interface
- 🚘 Works well with CarPlay
- 💡 Customizable map views and voices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Outdated map data and speed limit information
- 🔍 Poor search functionality and address lookup
- 🚧 Routing issues, such as suggesting inappropriate roads
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 🤖 Unreliable voice guidance and lane assistance

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard obscures search results in CarPlay mode
- GPS signal issues and location jumps
- Inconsistent behavior when deviating from a route
- Crashes and freezes, especially after recent updates

**Requested features**

- Add ability to lock map orientation to North
- Improve search by allowing voice input and better location relevance
- Provide more detailed traffic information and rerouting options
- Integrate with more car systems beyond just CarPlay
- Offer more customization options for the user interface


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Compass XL free?

Compass XL costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Magic Earth Navigation & Maps free?

Magic Earth Navigation & Maps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Compass XL or Magic Earth Navigation & Maps?

Compass XL is rated higher. Compass XL averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Magic Earth Navigation & Maps averages 3.9 from 569 ratings.

### Do Compass XL or Magic Earth Navigation & Maps have ads?

Neither Compass XL nor Magic Earth Navigation & Maps shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Compass XL or Magic Earth Navigation & Maps?

Compass XL ships an update every 15 months, and Magic Earth Navigation & Maps weekly. Most recently, Compass XL was updated on October 13, 2026 and Magic Earth Navigation & Maps on October 18, 2026.

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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.*