# Coordinates vs MGRS@Work

The clearest difference is rating: Coordinates at 4.6 against MGRS@Work's 4.0. Coordinates also leads on ratings volume (6.6K vs 1) and device support (4 vs 2). MGRS@Work's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). On price and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Coordinates sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. MGRS@Work asks for nothing beyond the download.

Coordinates holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Coordinates has 6.6K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Coordinates ships an update monthly, MGRS@Work every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Coordinates | MGRS@Work |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (6.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coordinates-gps-converter/id494286614/reviews)** | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mgrswork/id6659373822/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6.6K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 63.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 99 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mapnitude Company Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/473558784) | [Henning Bjorneng Sagen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1764584227) |

## What reviewers say

### Coordinates

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coordinates-gps-converter/id494286614)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Plus Upgrade | $1.99 | per month |
| Plus Upgrade | $2.99 | per month |
| Plus Upgrade | $9.99 | per 6 months |
| Plus Upgrade | $15.99 | per 6 months |
| Plus Upgrade | $17.99 | per year |
| Plus Upgrade | $28.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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


### MGRS@Work

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mgrswork/id6659373822)

This navigation app provides precise location data using the Military Grid Reference System (MGRS) and an advanced compass. Designed for professionals in demanding fields, it offers an intuitive interface for quick access to critical navigation information.

**Highlights:** MGRS coordinate support, Advanced real-time compass, User-friendly interface, Quick access to critical data, Reliable performance in demanding environments, Apple Watch companion app

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Coordinates free?

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

### Is MGRS@Work free?

MGRS@Work is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Coordinates or MGRS@Work?

Coordinates is rated higher. Coordinates averages 4.6 out of 5 from 6.6K ratings, while MGRS@Work averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Coordinates or MGRS@Work have ads?

Coordinates shows ads; MGRS@Work does not.

### Which is updated more often, Coordinates or MGRS@Work?

Coordinates ships an update monthly, and MGRS@Work every 3 weeks. Most recently, Coordinates was updated on September 23, 2026 and MGRS@Work on September 23, 2026.

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