# Measure Angles vs Compass & GPS

The clearest difference is rating: Compass & GPS at 4.7 against Measure Angles's 4.2. Compass & GPS also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ratings volume (13K vs 2K). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Measure Angles sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Compass & GPS asks for nothing beyond the download.

Compass & GPS holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Compass & GPS has 13K ratings behind it against 2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 47% and 47% positive.

Measure Angles ships an update fortnightly, Compass & GPS every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 19, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Measure Angles | Compass & GPS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/measure-angles-bubble-level/id458980311/reviews) | **[4.7 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass-and-gps/id900837187/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2K | **13K** |
| Positive reviews | 47.0% of reviews | 47.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 46 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [WHATSTICKER APPS SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1784779333) | [EONSOFT](https://appshunter.io/developer/899851112) |

## What reviewers say

### Measure Angles

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/measure-angles-bubble-level/id458980311)

This app transforms your device into a versatile measuring tool. It offers precise angle readings with a digital protractor and bubble level, along with AR-powered distance and volume measurements. Ideal for professionals, DIY enthusiasts, and everyday tasks requiring accuracy.

**Highlights:** Digital protractor for angle measurement, Bubble level for surface flatness, AR-powered distance and volume estimation, Integrated ruler and tape measure, Compass and altimeter, Timer and audio meter

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly premium trial | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly premium trial | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Unlock all tools | $1.99 | one-time |
| No ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Premium Discount | $2.99 | one-time |
| Premium Edition | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Versatile
- 👍 Useful tool
- 👍 Well-designed

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 💰 Requires payment
- 🔍 Difficult to exit/close
- 📺 Intrusive ads
- 🔒 Tracking concerns

**Reported bugs**

- Angle appears reversed or flipped
- Angle locks too quickly
- App crashes on launch
- Measurements are inaccurate

**Requested features**

- Panoramic measurement tool
- Surround audio setup feature
- Ability to reset protractor to 0 degrees
- Black/white display for better readability
- Support for iPad split-screen


### Compass & GPS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass-and-gps/id900837187)

This utility app provides a digital compass to help you determine cardinal directions. It's useful for outdoor activities, travel, or low-visibility conditions, and also displays GPS altitude and your current location on a map.

**Highlights:** Digital compass, Cardinal direction display, GPS altitude, Bearing (azimuth) display, Location sharing, Map view, Tilt indicator

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app
- 🚀 Fast and accurate
- 💡 Useful for navigation
- 👍 Easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Calibration issues
- 🐛 Inaccurate compass readings
- 🐛 Doesn't work on certain devices
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with data sharing

**Reported bugs**

- Compass needle stuck or not moving
- App freezes or crashes
- Inconsistent performance across devices

**Requested features**

- Add option to disable recalibration requests
- Improve compass accuracy and reliability
- Integrate with mapping features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Measure Angles free?

Measure Angles is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Compass & GPS free?

Compass & GPS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Measure Angles or Compass & GPS?

Compass & GPS is rated higher. Measure Angles averages 4.2 out of 5 from 2K ratings, while Compass & GPS averages 4.7 from 13K ratings.

### Do Measure Angles or Compass & GPS have ads?

Both Measure Angles and Compass & GPS show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Measure Angles or Compass & GPS?

Measure Angles ships an update fortnightly, and Compass & GPS every 9 days. Most recently, Measure Angles was updated on October 19, 2026 and Compass & GPS on October 19, 2026.

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