# Speedometer» vs S.P.E.E.D

The clearest difference is price: Speedometer» at Free against S.P.E.E.D's $0.99. Speedometer» also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (49K vs 440). S.P.E.E.D's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

Speedometer» holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Speedometer» has 49K ratings behind it against 440, 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 54% of S.P.E.E.D's.

Speedometer» ships an update every 13 months, S.P.E.E.D every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on September 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Speedometer» | S.P.E.E.D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $0.99 |
| Rating | **[4.9 (49K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speedometer/id518469483/reviews)** | [4.0 (440 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speed/id949186056/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **49K** | 440 |
| Positive reviews | **71.5% of reviews** | 53.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#77** | — |
| Size | 50 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tim O's Studios, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/412839685) | [Kurmudgeon](https://appshunter.io/developer/354937084) |

## What reviewers say

### Speedometer»

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

**Currently charting:** #77 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


### S.P.E.E.D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speed/id949186056)

This application displays your current speed in both miles per hour and kilometers per hour. It automatically detects your location and sets the primary unit of measurement to match the country you are in.

**Highlights:** Displays speed in mph, Displays speed in kmh, Automatic unit detection, Country-specific speed units

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- ✨ No ads
- 💯 Accurate speed readings
- ☀️ Day and night mode
- 🔄 Can be flipped vertically and horizontally

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Does not work for many users
- 📉 Shows 0 mph when moving
- 🤷 Users don't know how to use it
- ❓ Units not easily switchable
- 🚫 App does nothing

**Reported bugs**

- App shows 0 mph when moving
- App does not work at all
- Cannot switch main unit to Km/h
- App does not display speed

**Requested features**

- Add knots and m/s units
- Option to change background/text colors
- Add miles traveled option
- Show the time


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Speedometer» free?

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

### Is S.P.E.E.D free?

S.P.E.E.D costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Speedometer» or S.P.E.E.D?

Speedometer» is rated higher. Speedometer» averages 4.9 out of 5 from 49K ratings, while S.P.E.E.D averages 4.0 from 440 ratings.

### Do Speedometer» or S.P.E.E.D have ads?

Speedometer» shows ads; S.P.E.E.D does not.

### Which is updated more often, Speedometer» or S.P.E.E.D?

Speedometer» ships an update every 13 months, and S.P.E.E.D every 5 weeks. Most recently, Speedometer» was updated on September 26, 2026 and S.P.E.E.D on September 26, 2026.

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