Comparison

Speedometer Classic vs GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer

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

Head to head
About

Speedometer Classic

This application utilizes your iPhone's GPS to display your current travel speed. It offers both digital and analog views, calculates maximum and average speeds, and automatically adjusts units (mph/km/h) based on your region. Ideal for tracking speed during various activities.

Highlights
  • Displays speed in mph or km/h
  • Automatic unit selection based on region
  • Digital and analog display options
  • Calculates maximum speed
  • Calculates average speed
  • Filtering technique for improved accuracy
Features
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This app shows the current travel speed using the built-in GPS receiver of the iPhone. Perfect for measuring your speed in car, on bicycle, when riding or running. It shows the speed in mph or km/h. The app automatically uses the right unit, based on the iPhone country settings. It uses digital and analog display. Several display styles are available. In addition max speed and average speed are calulated. How fast am I. What was my maximum speed. What was my average speed. All these essential questions will now be answered. Features: - speed displayed in mph or km/h. The correct display is automatically chosen, depending of the country settings of your iPhone - both digital and analog display - display of maximum speed - display of average speed - filtering technique for better results Please note: Because GPS data is used, a minimum travel speed of about 5km/h, 4mph is required. This means walking speed is generally not high enough to show a result. This application works on iPhone 3GS and iPhone 3G. Does not work on iPod touch and first generation iPhone. Follow us on twitter: http://twitter.com/PlanetBlueArt

About

GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer

This app transforms your phone into a precise GPS speedometer and trip tracker. It monitors speed, distance, altitude, and navigation data in real-time, ideal for driving, cycling, and outdoor adventures. Features include a HUD display, trip meter, and compass.

Highlights
  • Real-time speed tracking (MPH, KM/H, knots)
  • HUD speed display for windshield projection
  • Trip meter and distance tracking
  • Digital dashboard interface
  • Built-in compass and navigation tools
  • Altitude and GPS data display
  • Supports driving, cycling, and hiking
Features
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Turn your phone into a powerful GPS speedometer and trip tracker. Track speed, distance, altitude, and navigation data in real time. Perfect for driving, cycling, hiking, and travel adventures. GPS Speedometer is designed for anyone who wants accurate speed tracking and a clean dashboard experience. Whether you're on the road, on a bike, or exploring outdoors, this app gives you everything you need. • Key Features: 1. Real-time Speed Tracker Monitor your speed with high accuracy using GPS. Supports MPH, KM/H, and knots. 2. HUD Speed Display Use the built-in HUD mode to project speed onto your windshield for safer driving. 3. Trip Meter & Distance Tracker Track your trip distance, route, and movement with precision. 4. Digital Dashboard Clean and customizable car dashboard interface for easy viewing. 5. Compass & Navigation Tools Built-in compass helps you stay on track wherever you go. 6. Altitude & GPS Data Check altitude, latitude, longitude, heading, and more in real time. 7. Multi-Scenario Use Perfect for driving, cycling, boating, flying, or hiking. 8. Flexible Units Switch between KM/H, MPH, and knots anytime. • Important Note: Continuous use of GPS in the background may reduce battery life. Download GPS Speedometer now and enjoy accurate speed tracking, trip measurement, and HUD display—all in one app.

Screenshots

Speedometer Classic3 screens
GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Speedometer Classic at none against GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer's shown. Speedometer Classic also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.6). GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 13 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. Speedometer Classic sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer 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 Speedometer Classic against 4.6 for GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 180 and 136 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 34% of Speedometer Classic's written reviews are positive against 38% of GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Speedometer Classic ships an update every 13 months, GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Speedometer Classic versus GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpeedometer ClassicGPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (180 ratings)4.6 (136 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.8% of reviews37.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings180 — better136
Update frequencyEvery 13 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB78 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFapps World et Cie S.E.C.S.CHENGDU MIAOZHI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.

Customer experience

Speedometer Classic

All ratings180 ratings
Positive90.0%
Neutral3.3%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews130 reviews
Positive33.8%
Neutral12.3%
Negative53.8%

GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer

All ratings136 ratings
Positive88.2%
Neutral3.7%
Negative8.1%
Written reviews32 reviews
Positive37.5%
Neutral9.4%
Negative53.1%

Bugs and requests

Speedometer Classic

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • Settings not holding
  • Background disappears
  • Analog and digital displays out of sync
  • First interface gauge face disappears
  • App not working since iOS 8
Show 4 more
  • No GPS indication
  • App not working on iPhone 4
  • App not working on iPhone 5
  • App not working

Requested features

3 requests
  • 120MPH scale option
  • Landscape mode option
  • More calibration options

GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Speedometer Classic

One-time1
  • Advertisement-free upgrade$0.99
1 purchases

GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer

One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$9.99

Questions

Is Speedometer Classic free?
Speedometer Classic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer free?
GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Speedometer Classic or GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer?
GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer is rated higher. Speedometer Classic averages 4.6 out of 5 from 180 ratings, while GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer averages 4.6 from 136 ratings.
Do Speedometer Classic or GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer have ads?
GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer shows ads; Speedometer Classic does not.
Which is updated more often, Speedometer Classic or GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer?
Speedometer Classic ships an update every 13 months, and GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer fortnightly. Most recently, Speedometer Classic was updated on October 21, 2026 and GPS Speedometer HUD & Odometer on October 29, 2026.

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