# Altimeter+ vs Altimeter Pro

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Altimeter+ at 700 against Altimeter Pro's 9. Altimeter+ also leads on chart position (#20 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (11.1 vs 14.0). Altimeter Pro's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). On review sentiment, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Altimeter+ costs $1.99 and Altimeter Pro $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Altimeter Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Altimeter+ has 700 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Altimeter+'s written reviews are positive against 80% of Altimeter Pro's.

Altimeter+ ships an update every 2 months, Altimeter Pro fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Altimeter+ | Altimeter Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **$0.99** |
| Rating | [4.5 (700 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/altimeter-plus/id417204570/reviews) | **[4.7 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/altimeter-pro-elevation/id6469049312/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **700** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | 74.9% of reviews | **80.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#20** | — |
| Size | 45 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.1** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sichtwerk AG](https://appshunter.io/developer/410851296) | [dataWorks GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/559332295) |

## What reviewers say

### Altimeter+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/altimeter-plus/id417204570)

**Currently charting:** #20 Top Paid · Navigation (US App Store)

This app measures your current altitude using GPS, ASTER data, or your device's barometer. It offers an integrated map with peak data, a compass, and distance grids, functioning even without active GPS.

**Highlights:** GPS, ASTER, and barometer altitude measurement, Average altitude calculation, Integral map with peak indicator, Compass and distance grid, Apple Watch support, Works without active GPS

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Accurate and reliable
- 🗺️ Useful map and GPS features
- 💡 Helpful for hiking, flying, and various activities
- 🔍 Precise altitude readings
- 🔨 Simple and easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Calibration issues on Apple Watch
- 🔋 High battery consumption on Apple Watch
- 🌞 Difficult to read in bright sunlight
- 🤖 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to calibrate or access settings
- Altimeter readings are inaccurate or inconsistent
- App not working on certain devices or iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Add option to display altitude in feet or meters
- Implement automatic calibration using GPS
- Add complication support for Apple Watch
- Provide above ground level (AGL) altitude reading


### Altimeter Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/altimeter-pro-elevation/id6469049312)

Measure your current altitude above sea level with precision. It also displays coordinates, speed, and atmospheric pressure, with an aviation-themed mode. Offers comparisons to famous landmarks and a built-in compass.

**Highlights:** Altitude measurement, Coordinate and speed display, Atmospheric pressure measurement, Compass with GPS and magnetic heading, Aviation-themed display mode, Comparison to landmarks

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Altimeter+ free?

Altimeter+ costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Altimeter Pro free?

Altimeter Pro costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Altimeter+ or Altimeter Pro?

Altimeter Pro is rated higher. Altimeter+ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 700 ratings, while Altimeter Pro averages 4.7 from 9 ratings.

### Do Altimeter+ or Altimeter Pro have ads?

Neither Altimeter+ nor Altimeter Pro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Altimeter+ or Altimeter Pro?

Altimeter+ ships an update every 2 months, and Altimeter Pro fortnightly. Most recently, Altimeter+ was updated on September 23, 2026 and Altimeter Pro on September 10, 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.*