# Compass 54 Lite vs Compass GPS (Map, Weather)

The clearest difference is rating: Compass 54 Lite at 5.0 against Compass GPS (Map, Weather)'s 3.4. Compass 54 Lite also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (48% vs 38%). Compass GPS (Map, Weather)'s advantage is ratings volume (41 vs 1). On price, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Compass GPS (Map, Weather) sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Compass 54 Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

Compass 54 Lite holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Compass GPS (Map, Weather) has 41 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of Compass 54 Lite's written reviews are positive against 38% of Compass GPS (Map, Weather)'s.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Compass 54 Lite | Compass GPS (Map, Weather) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass-54-lite/id464270330/reviews)** | [3.4 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass-gps-map-weather/id985005113/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **41** |
| Positive reviews | **48.4% of reviews** | 37.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 17 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Elen Bekzadyan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1201385451) | [Tigran Mkhitaryan](https://appshunter.io/developer/602761285) |

## What reviewers say

### Compass 54 Lite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass-54-lite/id464270330)

This app provides a real-time compass, location data including coordinates and speed, weather forecasts, date and time, and map features. It offers unit and format switching for various data points and utilizes GPS and Yahoo! Weather API.

**Highlights:** Real-time compass orientation, Location coordinates, course, speed, altitude, Temperature, humidity, pressure, Current date and time, GMT, Standard map with location tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Accurate compass readings
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 👍 Free to use
- 👍 Works without data/internet
- 👍 Nice extras in one app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate readings (180/90 degrees off)
- 🐛 Freezing on launch
- 🐛 Not working on older devices (iPod Touch, iPhone 3G)
- 🐛 Elevation feature not working (displays N/A)
- 🐛 App is jerky and sticky

**Reported bugs**

- Compass is 180 degrees off
- Compass is 90 degrees off
- App freezes when opened
- Elevation displays 'N/A'
- App does not work in Southern Hemisphere

**Requested features**

- Include Elevation feature
- Improve Southern Hemisphere compatibility
- Offer a Pro version with more features
- Add Time, weather, and GPS to the free version


### Compass GPS (Map, Weather)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass-gps-map-weather/id985005113)

This app provides essential outdoor navigation tools, including a compass, GPS, and detailed map functionalities. It also offers a flashlight, weather forecasts, and the ability to stamp photos with location data. Optimized for various iPhone models, it's designed for professionals and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

**Highlights:** Compass with true/magnetic North, GPS coordinates and speed tracking, Detailed map with multiple views, Real-time weather data, Photo stamping with location details, Integrated flashlight

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for tracking signals (ham radio)
- 👍 Useful for elevation and GPS coordinates
- 👍 Good design and visuals
- 👍 Functional and useful
- 👍 Works on iPhone

**What reviewers complain about**

-  anúncios Intrusive ads
- 🐛 Compass is inaccurate
- 🐛 Compass is backwards or off
- 🐛 Weather tab malfunctioning
- 🐛 Weather doesn't work

**Reported bugs**

- Weather tab malfunctioning
- Compass is backwards
- Magnetic and true north are in opposite direction
- No speed available
- Barometric pressure value is wrong and uncalibrable

**Requested features**

- Visual compass on map
- Instructions for use
- Dark black and bright green skin
- Zoom in closer on maps for surveying
- Way to put or set locations


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Compass 54 Lite free?

Compass 54 Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Compass GPS (Map, Weather) free?

Compass GPS (Map, Weather) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Compass 54 Lite or Compass GPS (Map, Weather)?

Compass 54 Lite is rated higher. Compass 54 Lite averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Compass GPS (Map, Weather) averages 3.4 from 41 ratings.

### Do Compass 54 Lite or Compass GPS (Map, Weather) have ads?

Neither Compass 54 Lite nor Compass GPS (Map, Weather) shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Compass 54 Lite or Compass GPS (Map, Weather)?

Compass 54 Lite ships an update every 2 months, and Compass GPS (Map, Weather) every 2 months. Most recently, Compass 54 Lite was updated on October 14, 2026 and Compass GPS (Map, Weather) on October 18, 2026.

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