Comparison

Compass ⊘ vs Compass

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

Head to head
About

Compass ⊘

This app transforms your device into a highly accurate and elegantly designed compass. It offers instant navigation, showing your location, altitude, and orientation with a user-friendly interface. Perfect for outdoor adventures and everyday use.

Highlights
  • Instant navigation with location, altitude, and orientation
  • Rustic and elegant antique compass design
  • Precision accuracy using device sensors
  • User-friendly interface
  • Suitable for outdoor adventures and everyday use
Features
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A beautiful compass that just works. Compass ⊘ puts a brass antique compass in your pocket. Open it and the needle is already pointing north — no account, no setup, no clutter. FIND YOUR BEARING • A large, readable dial you can take in at a glance • Your heading in degrees, from 0° to 359°, named as a compass point • A gentle tap as you cross north, east, south and west, so you can hold a bearing without staring at the screen • True north or magnetic north, whichever you navigate by SEE IT IN THE REAL WORLD • Hold up your device and the compass points float on the horizon, over the live camera • Or set a 3D compass down on a table, a rock or the floor, and walk around it • Useful for orienting a paper map, siting solar panels, aiming a dish, or settling an argument about which way is north KNOW WHERE YOU ARE • The street and town you are standing in • Your altitude, in both feet and metres • A satellite map that turns as you turn MADE FOR THE OUTDOORS • The needle needs no signal, so it works far from any tower • Six compass faces to choose from • Built for iPhone and iPad Free to use. One optional purchase, never a subscription, removes the ads and unlocks the map and the other compass faces. Accuracy depends on your device's sensors. Keep it away from magnets, speakers and metal for the steadiest reading, and wave it in a figure eight when iOS asks to calibrate. WHAT PEOPLE SAY "Does what's supposed to do in a beautiful and straightforward way. The graphic interphase is impeccable! Great Job!!" — Abruna "As a boater I can reference position of our boat. I then determine the direction of wind/rain and effect it will have on mooring lines." — Popeye, SF Bay "Had the grandsons out hiking and found moss and confirmed north. Very handy app." — Moon water 62 "Use it a lot when showing houses. I'm able to see which direction the front door, bedroom windows etc are facing. Very accurate, I highly recommend it." — Ijdeluxe1 "Super easy to use and accurate. Use it to know where to spot the Space Station and it is spot on." — DirtDawgGolfer "Downloaded this app while in the middle of swamp in order to prove which direction was north. Won 20 bucks. Great app." — Fuzzyrc1

About

Compass

Navigate outdoors with this intuitive tool. Get precise location coordinates, plan around sunset/sunrise, and use the built-in flashlight. Features a rotating map view and offline functionality for reliable use anywhere.

Highlights
  • Precise latitude and longitude coordinates
  • Real-time sunset and sunrise times
  • Integrated flashlight
  • Water level tool
  • Compass orientation on rotating map
  • Offline functionality
Features
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Navigate effortlessly and explore with confidence using Compass Simple – the powerful yet easy-to-use compass application designed for outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers. Key Features: * Location Information: Get precise latitude and longitude coordinates to accurately pinpoint your location. * Sunset/Sunrise Times: Plan your outdoor activities effectively with real-time sunset and sunrise times. * Flashlight Functionality: Illuminate your path with the integrated flashlight that can be turned on/off directly from the app. * Water Level Tool: Utilize the water level tool for various leveling tasks. * Compass Orientation on Map: View compass orientation on a rotating map, providing seamless navigation as you move. Additional Features: * User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive design for easy navigation and simple operation. * Customization Options: Personalize settings such as units of measurement and compass styles. * Accuracy and Reliability: Ensure precise readings and dependable performance for your adventures. * Offline Functionality: Works in areas with limited or no internet connectivity for reliable use in remote locations. * Battery Efficiency: Optimized for minimal battery consumption to prolong device usage during outdoor excursions. * Regular Updates: Receive periodic updates to enhance performance and add new features. Experience the freedom of exploration with Compass Simple – your ultimate navigation companion for all your outdoor adventures!

Screenshots

Compass ⊘2 screens
Compass4 screens

Verdict

The call

Compass ⊘ and Compass both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 92% of Compass's written reviews are positive against 62% of Compass ⊘'s. Compass ⊘'s advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (6.3K vs 196). On price, rating, 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. Compass ⊘ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Compass sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Compass ⊘ against 4.7 for Compass. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Compass ⊘ has 6.3K ratings behind it against 196, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 62% of Compass ⊘'s written reviews are positive against 92% of Compass's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Compass ⊘ ships an update every 3 weeks, Compass every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Compass ⊘ versus Compass: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCompass ⊘Compass
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (6.3K ratings)4.7 (196 ratings) — better
Positive reviews62.1% of reviews91.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6.3K — better196
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChristophe PereiraTevfik Yucek

Customer experience

Compass ⊘

All ratings6,263 ratings
Positive89.5%
Neutral4.2%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews643 reviews
Positive62.1%
Neutral10.0%
Negative28.0%

Compass

All ratings196 ratings
Positive93.9%
Neutral4.6%
Negative1.5%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive91.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative8.3%

Bugs and requests

Compass ⊘

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Compass needle not moving
  • Incorrect north direction
  • App crashes on launch
  • Compatibility issues with certain devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to calibrate compass
  • Option to switch between true north and magnetic north
  • Altitude display in feet
  • More customization options

Compass

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Compass ⊘

One-time1
  • Upgrade to full version$2.99
1 purchases

Compass

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$4.99

Questions

Is Compass ⊘ free?
Compass ⊘ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Compass free?
Compass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Compass ⊘ or Compass?
Compass is rated higher. Compass ⊘ averages 4.6 out of 5 from 6.3K ratings, while Compass averages 4.7 from 196 ratings.
Do Compass ⊘ or Compass have ads?
Both Compass ⊘ and Compass show ads.
Which is updated more often, Compass ⊘ or Compass?
Compass ⊘ ships an update every 3 weeks, and Compass every 3 months. Most recently, Compass ⊘ was updated on October 14, 2026 and Compass on October 7, 2026.

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