# Speedometer» vs Road Carts

The clearest difference is rating: Speedometer» at 4.9 against Road Carts's 3.3. Speedometer» also leads on monetization model (ad-supported vs subscription) and ratings volume (49K vs 7). Road Carts's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 13 months). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Speedometer» sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Road Carts sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Speedometer» holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Speedometer» has 49K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of Speedometer»'s written reviews are positive against 57% of Road Carts's.

Speedometer» ships an update every 13 months, Road Carts every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Speedometer» | Road Carts |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (49K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speedometer/id518469483/reviews)** | [3.3 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/road-carts/id6747055188/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **49K** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | **71.7% of reviews** | 57.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#90** | — |
| Size | 50 MB | 89 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tim O's Studios, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/412839685) | [Fernando Baez](https://appshunter.io/developer/1819648168) |

## What reviewers say

### Speedometer»

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speedometer/id518469483)

**Currently charting:** #90 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Speedometer Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Speedometer Pro Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate speedometer
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚢 Works well for boats, vehicles, and other modes of transportation
- 💡 Helpful for checking speedometer accuracy
- 🚲 Great for bikes and electric vehicles

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional glitches or inaccuracies at higher speeds
- 🔋 Can drain battery quickly
- 📍 Requests location access even when not in use
- 💤 Slow to update speed at times

**Reported bugs**

- Stops working after some time, shows 0 mph
- Incompatible with some devices or iOS versions

**Requested features**

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


### Road Carts

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/road-carts/id6747055188)

Navigate local roads and golf cart paths with safety-first routing. Plan trips to shops and restaurants, ensuring compliance with low-speed vehicle ordinances. No cart modifications are required, just use your phone.

**Highlights:** Safety-first routing, Avoids high-speed roads, Course-to-café directions, Local law compliance, No cart mods needed, Door-to-door trip planning

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RoadCart GPS Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| RoadCart GPS Monthly | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Speedometer» free?

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

### Is Road Carts free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Speedometer» or Road Carts?

Speedometer» is rated higher. Speedometer» averages 4.9 out of 5 from 49K ratings, while Road Carts averages 3.3 from 7 ratings.

### Do Speedometer» or Road Carts have ads?

Speedometer» shows ads; Road Carts does not.

### Which is updated more often, Speedometer» or Road Carts?

Speedometer» ships an update every 13 months, and Road Carts every 8 days. Most recently, Speedometer» was updated on October 17, 2026 and Road Carts on October 7, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*