Comparison

Speedometer» vs 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

Speedometer

This app provides real-time GPS speed, altitude, and detailed statistics for various activities. Customize your display with different units, colors, and layouts. It features a color-coded map to visualize speed levels and supports GPX export.

Highlights
  • Real-time GPS speed display
  • Altitude and climb rate tracking
  • Customizable panels and layouts
  • Detailed real-time statistics
  • Color-coded speed map
  • GPX export
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Speedometer: Speed Panels transforms your iPhone and iPad into a precise GPS speedometer with powerful real-time statistics — completely ad-free. It shows your current speed, altitude, climb rate, and logs real-time statistics such as maximum and minimum values, total distance, and usage time while in the foreground. See your path with color-coded mapping (green/yellow/red/purple) that indicates speed levels. Whether driving, cycling, running, hiking, sailing, boating, or flying, Speed Panels delivers clarity and customization. FEATURES - Real-time GPS speed display in km/h, mph, knots, m/s, or Mach. - Altitude and climb rate tracking. - Fully customizable panels: choose colors, fonts, and layouts. - Auto layout adapts to portrait and landscape. - Detailed real-time statistics: Max speed, max/min altitude, max/min climb rate, distance traveled, and usage time. - Continuous path recording while the app is in the foreground; recording pauses when backgrounded. - Interactive color-coded map: green = slow, yellow = medium, red = high, purple = ultra-high speeds. - GPX export for sharing or analysis. - Dark Mode support. - Privacy-first: all data processed locally — no tracking, no ads, no accounts. DESIGNED FOR SNEAK-GLANCE USE Swipe between panels with large, clear readouts for quick glances during activity. SAFETY NOTICE For informational use only. Not a replacement for factory instruments. Always obey traffic laws and stay focused. BATTERY NOTICE Extended GPS use in the foreground can significantly impact battery life. DEVICE NOTICE Full GPS-based functionality requires an iPhone or an iPad with Cellular. Wi-Fi–only iPads do not provide GPS data for speed and altitude measurements. SUPPORTER NOTICE Optional Supporter tiers are available to unlock additional features such as extended statistics, GPX export, and extra customization options.

Screenshots

Speedometer»2 screens
Speedometer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Speedometer at none against Speedometer»'s shown. Speedometer also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 13 months). Speedometer»'s advantage is ratings volume (51K vs 3) and monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Speedometer» sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Speedometer sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Speedometer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Speedometer» has 51K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Speedometer» ships an update every 13 months, Speedometer monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Speedometer» versus Speedometer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpeedometer»Speedometer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (51K ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews71.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings51K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 13 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#86 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB86 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTim O's Studios, LLCJAN DREBES

Customer experience

Speedometer»

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

Speedometer

All ratings1 ratings
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

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
8 purchases

Speedometer

One-time8
  • Scooter Supporter$0.99
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • TukTuk Supporter$5.99
Show 5 more
  • Medium Tip$5.99
  • Truck Supporter$9.99
  • Large Tip$9.99
  • Rocket Supporter$17.99
  • Huge Tip$22.99

Questions

Is Speedometer» free?
Speedometer» is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Speedometer free?
Speedometer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Speedometer» or Speedometer?
Speedometer is rated higher. Speedometer» averages 4.8 out of 5 from 51K ratings, while Speedometer averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Speedometer» or Speedometer have ads?
Speedometer» shows ads; Speedometer does not.
Which is updated more often, Speedometer» or Speedometer?
Speedometer» ships an update every 13 months, and Speedometer monthly. Most recently, Speedometer» was updated on November 7, 2026 and Speedometer on November 5, 2026.

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