Oceanodesy vs Scout Coordinate Converter Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Oceanodesy
This utility app converts between geodetic and grid coordinate systems. It supports various units for latitude, longitude, and grid coordinates, along with multiple datums and projections for accurate geospatial transformations.
- Geodetic to grid coordinate conversion
- Grid to geodetic coordinate conversion
- Multiple latitude/longitude formats (DD, DMM, DMS)
- Multiple grid coordinate units (US Feet, Intl Feet, Meters)
- Support for multiple datums (WGS84, NAD27, NAD83, etc.)
- Support for multiple projections (UTM, SPCS27, SPCS83)
- Store and export projected coordinates
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Oceanodesy projects and inverses between geodetic coordinates (latitude and longitude) and grid coordinates (easting and northing). Latitude and longitude coordinates are accepted and displayed in Decimal Degrees (DD.dd), Decimal Minutes (DD MM.mm), and Decimal Seconds (DD MM SS.ss). Grid coordinates are accepted and displayed in US Feet, International Feet, and Meters. Projected coordinates can be stored for later reference or export. Available Datums: - World Geodetic System 1984 (WGS84) - North American Datum 1927 (NAD27) - North American Datum 1983 (NAD83) - Sistema de Referencia Geocentrico para las AmericaS 2000 (SIRGAS2000) - Indian 1975 Datum - Hartebeesthoek 1994 Datum - European Datum 1950 Available Projections: - Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) - State Plane Coordinate System 1927 (SPCS27) - State Plane Coordinate System 1983 (SPCS83)
Scout Coordinate Converter Pro
This utility app transforms your device into a powerful GPS coordinate converter. It automatically detects various coordinate formats and supports unique LORAN-C conversion. Visualize, measure, and save your coordinates with an interactive map and offline functionality.
- Intelligent auto-detection of coordinate formats
- Unique LORAN-C support with NOAA algorithms
- Converts between 10+ coordinate formats
- Interactive map view with OpenStreetMap
- Distance and bearing measurement tools
- Save and organize favorite coordinates
- Offline functionality
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Transform your iPhone into a powerful GPS coordinate conversion tool. [APP NAME] is the most comprehensive coordinate converter app, featuring unique LORAN-C support and intelligent auto-detection that instantly recognizes any coordinate format. PERFECT FOR: • Surveyors & Engineers • Maritime & Aviation Professionals • Outdoor Enthusiasts (Hiking, Boating, Fishing) • GIS Professionals • Emergency Services • Geocaching KEY FEATURES: INTELLIGENT AUTO-DETECTION Just paste or type your coordinates - our app automatically detects the format! No need to manually select DD, DMS, UTM, or any other format. Save time and eliminate errors. UNIQUE LORAN-C SUPPORT The ONLY app with LORAN-C coordinate conversion using official NOAA/NEFSC algorithms. Essential for maritime navigation, aviation, and historical coordinate data. Convert LORAN Time Differences (TDs) to latitude/longitude with professional accuracy. COMPREHENSIVE FORMAT SUPPORT Convert between 10+ coordinate formats: • Decimal Degrees (DD) • Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) • Degrees Decimal Minutes (DMM) • Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) • Military Grid Reference System (MGRS) • United States National Grid (USNG) • Plus Codes (Open Location Code) • Geohash • Maidenhead Locator System • LORAN-C Time Differences NTERACTIVE MAP VIEW Visualize any coordinate on an interactive map powered by OpenStreetMap. Place markers, measure distances between multiple points, and view coordinates directly on the map. Navigate to coordinates from conversion results with one tap. MEASUREMENT TOOLS Measure distances and bearings between multiple points on the map. Perfect for planning routes, calculating distances, and surveying. View individual leg distances and total path length. SAVE & ORGANIZE • Save frequently used coordinates to favorites • Track your conversion history • All data stored locally on your device for privacy • Quick access to recent conversions WHY CHOOSE GPS COORDINATE SCOUT? Most formats supported - Convert to 10+ formats simultaneously Auto-detection - No manual format selection needed Unique LORAN-C support - Only app with NOAA algorithms Professional accuracy - Industry-standard conversion algorithms Offline functionality - Works anywhere, no internet required Clean, intuitive interface - Easy for everyone to use Privacy-focused - Your data stays on your device PROFESSIONAL USE CASES: • Convert survey coordinates between systems • Transform GPS coordinates for mapping projects • Convert historical LORAN coordinates to modern formats • Work with multiple coordinate systems in GIS applications • Quick coordinate conversion for emergency response OUTDOOR USE CASES: • Convert coordinates for hiking and camping • Transform GPS waypoints for boating and fishing • Convert coordinates between different GPS devices • Share locations in any coordinate format • Plan routes with distance measurements PRIVACY & SECURITY Your coordinate data is processed locally on your device. Conversion history and favorites are stored locally and never transmitted to external servers. Full offline functionality ensures your data remains private. REQUIREMENTS Works on iPhone and iPad. Requires iOS 13.0 or later. Full offline functionality - no internet connection required for conversions. PERFECT FOR: Surveyors, engineers, GIS professionals, maritime navigators, pilots, outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, boaters, fishermen, emergency responders, and anyone who works with GPS coordinates and map points.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Scout Coordinate Converter Pro at 5.0 against Oceanodesy's 4.5. Scout Coordinate Converter Pro also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 4 weeks). Oceanodesy's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Scout Coordinate Converter Pro holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Oceanodesy has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Oceanodesy ships an update every 4 weeks, Scout Coordinate Converter Pro daily. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Oceanodesy | Scout Coordinate Converter Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (6 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 72.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | Daily — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 8.1 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 42 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Oceaneering International, Inc. | Anthony Piscopo |
Customer experience
Oceanodesy
Scout Coordinate Converter Pro
In-app purchases
Oceanodesy
No in-app purchases
Scout Coordinate Converter Pro
No in-app purchases
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