Comparison

Coordinates vs GPS Data Smart

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

Head to head
About

Coordinates

This app is a versatile tool for converting and managing geographic coordinates. It supports numerous global formats and datums, allowing users to view, input, and save locations with rich details. Ideal for professionals and outdoor enthusiasts needing precise location data.

Highlights
  • Coordinate conversion (UTM, MGRS, Georef, etc.)
  • Batch conversion of multiple coordinates
  • Add notes, photos, and media to saved locations
  • Datum conversion with PROJ.4 support
  • Real-time navigation and tracking
  • Offline map tile downloads
  • Import/export GPX, GeoJSON, KML files
Features
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Coordinates is a powerful and user-friendly tool for anyone working with geographic locations — from travelers and surveyors to engineers and GIS professionals. Instantly view, convert, and manage coordinates in a wide range of global formats and datums, all within a clean and intuitive interface. Whether in the field or at the desk, Coordinates is your all-in-one solution for precise location work. # User-friendly Design Your current location is displayed at the intersection of two grey lines, with clear latitude and longitude readouts. You can manually set the location using map taps, coordinate input, or place search. Intuitive buttons give quick access to measurement tools, map layers, location bookmarking, shape drawing, and annotation — all from a clean, compact interface. # Various Coordinate Formats Supports formats like UTM, MGRS, Georef, and more alongside Longitude/Latitude. # Batch Converter Quickly convert multiple coordinates or files in one streamlined action. # Rich Object Details Add notes, photos, and media to any saved object — pins, shapes, or measurements — to keep your data organized and context-rich. Easily share your saved content across devices using backup and export tools. # Datum Conversion Transform coordinates using EPSG, ESRI, and IAU2000 references. Supports X/Y, geodetic, and projected systems. # PROJ.4 Calculator Convert coordinates between systems using the PROJ.4 library, with support for datum shifting and custom projections. # Navigation & Tracking Real-time bearing and distance updates are provided with a large coordinate readout, ideal for on-the-field usage. # Speedometer Track your current speed in real time. # Unit Converter Convert 40+ units (distance, pressure, radiation, etc.) # Signal Board Send big bold messages on-screen # Elevation Support Altitude data is available for land areas # Import / Export - .gpx .geojson .kml file supported # Distance, Bearing & Area Mark points or draw lines to measure distance, bearings, and area. # Offline Map Tiles Download tiles for offline use. Pick a city or define your own area. # Custom Map Tile Selector Choose from Apple Maps, OSM, or add your own tile server with {z}/{x}/{y} format. # Supported Input / Output # Latitude and Longitude DD/DM/DMS Standard UTM NATO UTM MGRS / USNG Georef QTH Locator / Maidenhead (WGS84) World Mercator (WGS84) Web Mercator Geohash what3words Global Area Reference System (GARS) Ordnance Survey National Grid [BNG] OSGB36 ISO 6709 Natural Area Code Irish Grid Reference / Coordinates Plus Code (Open Location Code) Mapcode Dutch Grid ECEF Indian Kalianpur 1975 Open Postcode Geohash-36 Guatemala GTM RT90 SWEREF99 Indian 1975 QND95 / Qatar National Grid IRENET95 / Irish Transverse Mercator KOSOVAREF01 HD 72 / EOV Kertau (RSO) / RSO Malaya Timbalai 1948 / RSO Borneo EST97 Estonian 1997 LKS92 / Latvia TM NZGD49 NZGD2000 CH1903/+ GGRS87 ETRS89-extended / LAEA Europe NTF (Paris) / Lambert zone II French DFCI Grid ARINC 424 FMS ARC1950 Pulkovo 1942 / SK42 PZ-90 H3 Placekey GDM2000 JGD2011 KUDAMS/KTM World Magnetic Model / WMM 2015v2 PRS92 / Philippines Search by name Photo metadata Proj.4 formats Street Address # Subscriptions # “Coordinates – GPS Converter” including most of its features, is completely FREE to use. You can subscribe to this application to remove ads Price may vary by location. Payment for subscriptions will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Subscriptions may be managed by going to your iTunes Account Settings after purchase or by clicking the “Purchase / Manage Subscription. Auto-renewal may be turned off by going to Account Settings after purchase. Subscription cannot be cancelled during the active subscription period Privacy policy: https://mapnitude.com/privacy-policy Terms of use: https://mapnitude.com/terms-of-service

About

GPS Data Smart

Track your outdoor activities with detailed GPS information. Monitor altitude, speed, location, and signal quality. View sunrise/sunset times and local UTC time on a world map.

Highlights
  • Altitude and elevation tracking
  • Latitude and longitude coordinates
  • Speed in km/h or mph
  • GPS signal quality indicator
  • Directional compass
  • Sunrise and sunset times
  • Local UTC time
Features
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GPS Data app - you can check any necessary GPS data. If you like sports, mountaineering, journey, running you can use it to check your results or external parameters like speed, altitude, location, etc. Using this app you get: - altitude and elevation (measures of the height of a point relative to some datum - Height above sea level) - the location (latitude and longitude - GPS coordinates, lat and long) - speed km/h or mph - the quality of the GPS signal - direction - compass (determining the geographical position) In this app you get the access to the necessary mobile data, you don't need navigation, GPS tracker or GPS Watch. With this app you can check sunrise and sunset time of a day, local UTC time, position on the world map and many others data. Have a fun with GPS data app ! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://examobile.com/privacypolicy/

Screenshots

Coordinates4 screens
GPS Data Smart4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: GPS Data Smart at none against Coordinates's shown. GPS Data Smart also leads on review sentiment (74% vs 64%). Coordinates's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (6.7K vs 406). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Coordinates sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and GPS Data Smart sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per year. 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 Coordinates against 4.7 for GPS Data Smart. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Coordinates has 6.7K ratings behind it against 406, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 64% of Coordinates's written reviews are positive against 74% of GPS Data Smart's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Coordinates ships an update monthly, GPS Data Smart every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Coordinates versus GPS Data Smart: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCoordinatesGPS Data Smart
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (6.7K ratings)4.7 (406 ratings) — better
Positive reviews63.6% of reviews74.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6.7K — better406
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 4 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMapnitude Company LimitedExaMobile S.A.

Customer experience

Coordinates

All ratings6,716 ratings
Positive91.6%
Neutral4.3%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews176 reviews
Positive63.6%
Neutral9.1%
Negative27.3%

GPS Data Smart

All ratings406 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral3.0%
Negative3.0%
Written reviews98 reviews
Positive74.5%
Neutral4.1%
Negative21.4%

User reviews

Coordinates

From 6.7K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Accurate location finding
  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 💡 Supports multiple coordinate formats
  • 🚀 Works well overseas
  • 👍 Helpful for environmental research

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
  • 💰 Expensive subscription to remove ads
  • 🤔 Confusing or unintuitive user interface
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding small locations
  • 🙄 Ads covering important information

GPS Data Smart

From 406 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
  • 🎯 Accurate GPS coordinates and data
  • ⚡ Fast and responsive performance
  • 🧹 Clean, uncluttered design
  • 📍 Multiple coordinate format options

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes on older iOS versions
  • 🔒 Unauthorized clipboard access privacy concern
  • ❌ Missing advertised features in screenshots
  • 💳 Premium features require payment despite description
  • ⚠️ Inconsistent functionality across devices

Bugs and requests

Coordinates

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Coordinate display issues (e.g., UTM showing incorrect hemisphere)
  • App crashing or freezing on launch
  • Inability to delete drawn lines or markers
  • Coordinate conversion not working as expected
  • Compatibility issues with newer iPhone models

Requested features

6 requests
  • Navigation and routing functionality
  • Support for What3Words coordinate system
  • Option to set preferred coordinate format as default
  • Ability to enter addresses or intersections to get coordinates
  • Add altitude information to saved locations
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  • Offline mode for areas without cellular coverage

GPS Data Smart

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • App crashes on iOS 9.3.6 and older versions
  • Clipboard access without user permission
  • Premium payment issues - repeated charges
  • Radar page freezes when adding location
  • App unresponsive after entering address in radar
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  • Missing map feature shown in promotional screenshots
  • Premium features not activating after purchase

Requested features

11 requests
  • Marine coordinate format (DD MM.MMM)
  • Speed display in knots
  • Satellite PRN (Pseudo-Random Noise) information
  • Precise heading/bearing in degrees (001-360)
  • Photo capture and attachment functionality
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  • GPS data export capability
  • GPS signal strength indicator
  • Coordinate conversion tool
  • Russian language support
  • Map display feature
  • Radar functionality

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Coordinates

Subscriptions6
  • Plus Upgrade$1.991 Month
  • Plus Upgrade$2.991 Month
  • Plus Upgrade$9.996 Months
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  • Plus Upgrade$15.996 Months
  • Plus Upgrade$17.991 Year
  • Plus Upgrade$28.991 Year
2 purchases

GPS Data Smart

Subscriptions1
  • PRO$0.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium$2.99

Questions

Is Coordinates free?
Coordinates is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GPS Data Smart free?
GPS Data Smart is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Coordinates or GPS Data Smart?
GPS Data Smart is rated higher. Coordinates averages 4.6 out of 5 from 6.7K ratings, while GPS Data Smart averages 4.7 from 406 ratings.
Do Coordinates or GPS Data Smart have ads?
Coordinates shows ads; GPS Data Smart does not.
Which is updated more often, Coordinates or GPS Data Smart?
Coordinates ships an update monthly, and GPS Data Smart every 4 months. Most recently, Coordinates was updated on October 14, 2026 and GPS Data Smart on October 14, 2026.

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