Altimeter & Barometer vs K
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Altimeter & Barometer
This app provides real-time altitude and atmospheric pressure readings. It uses GPS for location and sea level measurements, with a conversion tool for meters to feet. For compatible devices, it also offers barometric pressure sensing.
- GPS altitude measurement
- Sea level display in meters
- Meter to feet conversion calculator
- Barometric pressure sensor (iPhone 6+)
- Map of current position
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A free simple large font altimeter application that displays map of current position measured by GPS and the sea level in meters (m). With conversion calculator from meter (m) to feet (ft). Barometric function with pressure sensor (iPhone 6 / Plus or later). To prevent flooding and distress. There are errors due to GPS measurement. Relative altitude measurement based on changes in atmospheric pressure.
K
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K-Compass 1. A smart compass for quick and easy orientation K-Compass is a mobile compass app that utilizes your smartphone's sensors and location data to provide an intuitive view of your current direction and azimuth. Designed with a clean, intuitive interface, it allows you to quickly check your facing direction during various activities—such as hiking, traveling, camping, outdoor recreation, or fieldwork. Simply launch the app to see your direction and azimuth at a glance—no complex setup required. It also integrates GPS location data for added convenience in tracking both your orientation and location. 2. Key Features - Intuitive Compass Display Features a circular dial resembling a real compass, allowing for an intuitive view of your current direction. - 360° Azimuth Display Displays your facing direction as a numerical value based on a 360° scale. - GPS Location Information Shows GPS data for your current location. Leveraging location data allows you to see exactly where you are and the direction you are facing at a specific spot. - Combined Direction and Location View K-Compass goes beyond basic compass functions by combining direction and location data, making it ideal for outdoor activities. Use it to check your location and facing direction simultaneously while hiking or traveling, or to verify specific directions during fieldwork. - Clean, Easy-to-Read Interface Minimizes clutter by focusing the display on the compass and your current direction. Displays the current azimuth in large, clear numbers for quick reading outdoors, while directional markers and the compass needle provide an intuitive sense of orientation. Company Homepage: https://www.ct-is.co.kr Terms of Use: https://ctis-apps.com/privacy/kr/terms Privacy Policy: https://ctis-apps.com/privacy/kr/privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Altimeter & Barometer at none against K's 1. Altimeter & Barometer also leads on iOS requirement (15 vs 17.6). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. K sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Altimeter & Barometer asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Altimeter & Barometer | K |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (154 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 54.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 154 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | — |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SHIGETO TAKAGI | Jongyun Park |
In-app purchases
Altimeter & Barometer
No in-app purchases
K
- K-Compass Plus$2.99
Questions
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