# Compass 54 Pro vs World Clock Pro

The clearest difference is rating: World Clock Pro at 4.8 against Compass 54 Pro's 3.2. World Clock Pro also leads on review sentiment (77% vs 40%) and ratings volume (1.3K vs 43). Compass 54 Pro's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Compass 54 Pro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and World Clock Pro sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

World Clock Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: World Clock Pro has 1.3K ratings behind it against 43, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of Compass 54 Pro's written reviews are positive against 77% of World Clock Pro's.

Compass 54 Pro ships an update every 3 months, World Clock Pro every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Compass 54 Pro | World Clock Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (43 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass-54-pro/id458958949/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/world-clock-pro-convert-time/id969635117/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 43 | **1.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews | **76.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 73 MB | 41 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Elen Bekzadyan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1201385451) | [Alex Komarov Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/364741805) |

## What reviewers say

### Compass 54 Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass-54-pro/id458958949)

This app provides a real compass, location data, weather updates, date and time, and map functionality. It displays real-time orientation to magnetic fields and offers various coordinate systems and unit conversions.

**Highlights:** Real compass with magnetic field orientation, Location coordinates, course, speed, and altitude, Current weather temperature, humidity, and pressure, Date, time, and GMT time display, Standard, satellite, and hybrid map views, Multiple GPS coordinate systems (UTM, MGRS, etc.)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads. | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Accurate compass readings
- 👍 Precise coordinates shown
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Good for orienteering
- 👍 Works without Wi-Fi/3G

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😠 Insanely annoying ads
- 😠 Ads capture the phone
- 😠 Paid version still has ads
- 😠 App crashes frequently
- 😠 Weather section not working

**Reported bugs**

- Weather section shows 'No Internet Connection' despite being online
- App crashes when enabling camera flash
- Homes.com ad locks display on newer devices
- Camera tab doesn't properly switch settings
- Compass dial jumps or jitters

**Requested features**

- More updates and features
- More child-friendly themes
- Show elevation
- More detailed weather (5-day forecast, hourly temps)
- Switch between Celsius and Fahrenheit


### World Clock Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/world-clock-pro-convert-time/id969635117)

Easily track and convert time across multiple global time zones. Schedule events, share accurate times instantly, and access a vast database of cities and time zones. Ideal for international communication and planning.

**Highlights:** Universal clock access, Effortless time conversion, Schedule calendar events, Instant time sharing, Large city and timezone database, Automatic timezone updates

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 month | $1.99 | per month |
| 1 month | $2.99 | per month |
| 1 year | $9.99 | per year |
| 1 year | $11.99 | per year |
| 1 year | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Elegant and intuitive interface
- 🔍 Excellent visualization of multiple time zones
- ⏱ Seamless time shifting
- 🌍 Convenient for international teams and travelers
- 📆 Helpful for scheduling across time zones

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Widget issues and lack of functionality
- 🖥 Lack of iPad and landscape mode support
- 🔧 Concerns about app updates and feature removals
- 💰 Complaints about subscription model and pricing

**Reported bugs**

- Widget not working on iOS 14 and newer
- Issues with local time zone detection and display
- Inconsistent behavior after app updates

**Requested features**

- Add date function for future time zone changes
- Ability to customize and sort displayed time zones
- Implement an Apple Watch app
- Improve widget functionality and customization


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Compass 54 Pro free?

Compass 54 Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is World Clock Pro free?

World Clock Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Compass 54 Pro or World Clock Pro?

World Clock Pro is rated higher. Compass 54 Pro averages 3.2 out of 5 from 43 ratings, while World Clock Pro averages 4.8 from 1.3K ratings.

### Do Compass 54 Pro or World Clock Pro have ads?

Neither Compass 54 Pro nor World Clock Pro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Compass 54 Pro or World Clock Pro?

Compass 54 Pro ships an update every 3 months, and World Clock Pro every 2 months. Most recently, Compass 54 Pro was updated on October 7, 2026 and World Clock Pro on October 11, 2026.

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