# Compass × vs Watch Compass

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Compass × at 47% against Watch Compass's 5%. Compass × also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). Watch Compass's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Compass × sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Watch Compass sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Compass × ships an update every 4 months, Watch Compass every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Compass × | Watch Compass |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (8.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass/id400104835/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **8.3K** | — |
| Positive reviews | **46.9% of reviews** | 5.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 37 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [DOUBLE U s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/331787042) | [Bernhard Hering](https://appshunter.io/developer/327542085) |

## What reviewers say

### Compass ×

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass/id400104835)

This app offers a beautifully designed compass experience for your iPhone or iPad. It provides precise GPS coordinates, altitude, sunrise/sunset times, and barometric pressure. Easily share your location and choose between magnetic or true north.

**Highlights:** Precise GPS coordinates, Altitude measurement, Sunrise and sunset times, Barometric pressure readings, Multiple coordinate formats, Coordinates sharing, Magnetic and true north

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $6.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $9.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Exceptional compass
- 🌟 Accurate and reliable
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Useful features (elevation, coordinates, etc.)
- 🌐 Helpful for navigation and travel

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Compass inaccuracy and inconsistency
- 💰 Expensive subscription to remove ads
- 📢 Intrusive and excessive ads
- 🔌 App crashes or stops working after updates

**Reported bugs**

- Compass not working on certain devices
- Elevation/GPS data inaccuracies
- Freezing or crashing issues

**Requested features**

- True north option
- Customizable display
- Improved calibration process


### Watch Compass

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watch-compass-carplay/id1438389461)

Provides accurate directional guidance for various activities like walking, riding, driving, and flying. It displays a clear arrow pointing north, independent of device orientation. Designed specifically for Apple Watch.

**Highlights:** Accurate direction of movement, North-pointing arrow, Independent of device orientation, Designed for Apple Watch, Supports walking, riding, driving, flying

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly Subscription | $3.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Compass × free?

Compass × is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Watch Compass free?

Watch Compass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Compass × or Watch Compass have ads?

Compass × shows ads; Watch Compass does not.

### Which is updated more often, Compass × or Watch Compass?

Compass × ships an update every 4 months, and Watch Compass every 2 weeks. Most recently, Compass × was updated on October 29, 2026 and Watch Compass on October 24, 2026.

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