Comparison

Speedometer» vs Location Alert

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

Head to head
About

Speedometer»

This application displays your current speed in miles per hour, kilometers per hour, or knots. It features a large, clear display with Retina support for optimal visibility. Accuracy is enhanced by adjusting indicator transparency.

Highlights
  • Displays speed in mph, km/h, knots
  • Large, clear indicators
  • Retina display support
  • Accuracy based on indicator transparency
  • Uses device hardware for speed estimation
Features
Currently charting
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Speedometer» is a super-large, simple speed display for your iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. There is no account to create and no login. Download the app, open it, and see your speed in seconds. SPEED AT A GLANCE • Extra-large, high-contrast GPS speed display • mph, km/h, and knots • Clear GPS signal feedback • Helpful trip details such as distance, time, direction, and elevation MORE WHEN YOU WANT IT • Record trips and review where you went • Use HUD mode for windshield viewing • See live information on the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island • Check your speed and record trips from Apple Watch • Personalize the display to suit your drive, ride, run, or time on the water OPTIONAL SPEEDOMETER PRO Unlock more ways to personalize, review, and use Speedometer»: • Unlimited track history and detailed trip insights • Route maps, charts, and additional history views • Track import, export, and mileage reports • Configurable speed alerts • Night and custom themes • Home Screen widgets and expanded Live Activity details • Remove banner ads Choose a yearly subscription with a 3-day free trial or a one-time Lifetime purchase. The simple speedometer remains available without Pro. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple ID settings. YOUR TRIPS STAY YOURS Your trip and location history is saved locally on your device and is not sent to our servers. It may be included in your own encrypted device backups. ACCURACY AND SAFETY Speedometer» is provided as is. Speed, distance, direction, elevation, and related values are estimates based on your device's GPS, motion sensors, signal quality, and other hardware. Results can be delayed, incomplete, or inaccurate. Do not rely on the app for legal speed verification, navigation, emergencies, aviation, or other safety-critical use. Obey posted limits and local laws, mount devices safely, and never interact with a device while operating a vehicle. Standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Studio Terms: https://timosstudios.com/terms-of-use Privacy: https://www.timosstudios.com/privacy

About

Location Alert

This navigation app helps commuters set reminders for their destinations. It allows users to find locations, set a custom alert distance, and play a sound as they approach. Ideal for those who nap during their travels.

Highlights
  • Find location by address
  • Refine search with pin
  • Set custom reminder distance
  • Play sound alert
  • Uses Apple Maps
Features
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Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. This app is ideal for commuters who enjoy a nap between travels. Features: - Find a place through address - Refine the search moving the pin with a touch - Set the distance to be reminded - Beautiful apple maps - Play a sound before you reach the destination. Just plug your earphones and wait to be reminded

Screenshots

Speedometer»2 screens
Location Alert2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Speedometer» at 71% against Location Alert's 25%. Speedometer» also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (51K vs 2). Location Alert's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Speedometer» sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Location Alert asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Speedometer» holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Speedometer» has 51K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of Speedometer»'s written reviews are positive against 25% of Location Alert's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Speedometer» ships an update every 13 months, Location Alert every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
Speedometer» versus Location Alert: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpeedometer»Location Alert
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (51K ratings) — better1.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews71.4% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings51K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 13 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
Best chart rank#87 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.08.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB105 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTim O's Studios, LLCDiogo Sessa Grecco

Customer experience

Speedometer»

All ratings49,405 ratings
Positive97.0%
Neutral1.8%
Negative1.2%
Written reviews496 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral4.6%
Negative24.0%

Location Alert

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

Bugs and requests

Speedometer»

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Stops working after some time, shows 0 mph
  • Incompatible with some devices or iOS versions

Requested features

3 requests
  • Analog speedometer display option
  • Ability to disable review prompts while driving
  • Improved accuracy at lower speeds

Location Alert

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Speedometer»

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly$5.991 Month
  • Speedometer Pro Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Speedometer Pro Lifetime$49.99
None

Location Alert

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Speedometer» free?
Speedometer» is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Location Alert free?
Location Alert is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Speedometer» or Location Alert?
Speedometer» is rated higher. Speedometer» averages 4.8 out of 5 from 51K ratings, while Location Alert averages 1.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Speedometer» or Location Alert have ads?
Speedometer» shows ads; Location Alert does not.
Which is updated more often, Speedometer» or Location Alert?
Speedometer» ships an update every 13 months, and Location Alert every 3 months. Most recently, Speedometer» was updated on November 3, 2026 and Location Alert on November 1, 2026.

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