Comparison

Speedometer» vs Ze Speedometer

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

Ze Speedometer

This app provides a clear and simple way to measure your current speed, altitude, and direction. Easily switch between units like miles per hour and kilometers per hour with a single tap. It's useful for various modes of transport, from cars to bicycles.

Highlights
  • Easy-to-read speedometer display
  • Measures altitude
  • Shows direction of travel
  • Switchable speed units (mph/kph)
  • Supports various transport modes
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Say hello to an easy-to-read speedometer app that takes all the guesswork out of measuring speed - whether you are driving a car or just sitting in the back seat. You will also be shown your altitude and the direction you are heading towards. Need to switch between miles per hour and kilometers per hour? Just tap on the screen to switch! Useful not just for cars but can also be used for measuring speed of trains, buses, bicycles and everything in between.

Screenshots

Speedometer»2 screens
Ze Speedometer2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Speedometer» at Free against Ze Speedometer's $0.99. Speedometer» also leads on ratings volume (49K vs 2). Ze Speedometer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On rating, update cadence, chart position 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

Speedometer» is free to download; Ze Speedometer costs $0.99 up front. Speedometer» sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Ze Speedometer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Speedometer» against 5.0 for Ze Speedometer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Speedometer» has 49K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 71% of Speedometer»'s written reviews are positive against 100% of Ze Speedometer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 13 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Speedometer» versus Ze Speedometer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpeedometer»Ze Speedometer
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.9 (49K ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews71.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings49K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 13 monthsEvery 13 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationAd-supported — betterPaid
Best chart rank#74 — better#183
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB0 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTim O's Studios, LLCMisha Software Solutions, LLC

Customer experience

Speedometer»

All ratings49,405 ratings
Positive97.0%
Neutral1.8%
Negative1.2%
Written reviews487 reviews
Positive71.5%
Neutral4.7%
Negative23.8%

Ze Speedometer

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

Ze Speedometer

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

Ze Speedometer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Speedometer» free?
Speedometer» is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ze Speedometer free?
Ze Speedometer costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Speedometer» or Ze Speedometer?
Ze Speedometer is rated higher. Speedometer» averages 4.9 out of 5 from 49K ratings, while Ze Speedometer averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Speedometer» or Ze Speedometer have ads?
Speedometer» shows ads; Ze Speedometer does not.
Which is updated more often, Speedometer» or Ze Speedometer?
Speedometer» ships an update every 13 months, and Ze Speedometer every 13 months. Most recently, Speedometer» was updated on September 25, 2026 and Ze Speedometer on September 8, 2026.
Which is more popular, Speedometer» or Ze Speedometer?
Speedometer» currently peaks at #74 in the App Store charts, and Ze Speedometer at #183. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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