Comparison

Speedometer GPS+ vs SpeedX

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Speedometer GPS+

This app functions as a versatile speedometer and cyclometer, offering real-time speed tracking for vehicles and bikes. It provides detailed trip information, map integration, and a compass, with the ability to share your journey details.

Highlights
  • Car and bike speedometer modes
  • MPH/km/h unit switching
  • GPS accuracy indicator
  • Detailed trip tracking (distance, time, speed)
  • Map integration with multiple views
  • Real-time compass
  • Trip sharing via email
Features
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Speedometer GPS+ Features included - Switch between car speedometer and bike cyclometer. - Switch between mph or km/h mode. - Imperial and Metric unit settings. - Speed calibrate refresh button. - GPS accuracy indicator. - GPS distance accuracy indicator. Track information - Start time. - Time elapsed. - Distance. - Average speed. - Max speed. - Altitude. Tracking - Speed tracking in mph or km/h based on MPH or KM/H mode. - Distance tracking in miles or kilometers based on MPH or KM/H mode. - Time tracking. - Tracking location on map. - Ability to turn tracking off/on. - Longitude, latitude coordinates. Map integration - Satellite maps mode. - Hybrid maps mode. - Standard maps mode. - Tracking location changes trajectory. Compass - Shows device real-time orientation to magnetic fields. - Ability to switch between true and magnetic North. - Location coordinates (longitude, latitude). - Course Share - Start, end points, coordinates link email sending - Map screenshot email sending Apple Music player - Ability to select your favorite song from Apple Music Library. Weather - Temperature information. - Wind - Visibility - Sunrise,Sunset - High/Low Temperature. - Ability to switch between Celsius and Fahrenheit.

About

SpeedX

Track your exercise and environmental data with real-time speed, altitude, and pressure readings. Features include a compass, attitude indicator, and trip recording with map display. Ideal for fitness, outdoor adventures, and daily travel.

Highlights
  • Real-time speed tracking with voice alerts
  • Barometric pressure and altitude data
  • Integrated compass and attitude indicator
  • GPS positioning and map display
  • Trip recording and sharing
  • Offline functionality
Features
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Do you want to keep track of your exercise data and environmental information anytime, anywhere? SpeedX is your ideal choice! This app fully utilizes various sensors on your phone to provide you with detailed data on speed, pressure, altitude, and more. It also includes compass and attitude indicator functions to help you better control your direction and posture. Key Features: - Speedometer: Displays the current speed in real-time, with voice reporting of the speed and an overspeed voice warning, keeping you fully aware of your speed while exercising or driving. Supported speed units: m/s, km/h, mph, knots, min/km pace, and min/mile pace. Supported distance units: meters, kilometers, feet, miles, nautical miles. - Barometer: Accurate barometric pressure and altitude data to help you understand environmental changes. Supported pressure units: atm, hPa, inHg, PSI, and Bar. - Altitude: Includes GPS altitude and pressure altitude. Supported altitude units: meters and feet. - Compass: Simple and intuitive compass interface to always know the correct direction. - Acceleration G-Force: Check current acceleration through a straightforward acceleration gauge. - Attitude Indicator: Precisely shows the phone's attitude, useful for aviation or other scenarios requiring attitude control. - GPS Positioning: Combines GPS data to provide more accurate location and speed information. - Map Display: Integrated map feature to easily view your current location and surroundings. - Trip Recording: Record your trips, showcasing data like maximum speed, highest and lowest altitudes, and more. Review detailed information about speed and altitude for every point along your journey. - Share Your Trip: Create stunning trip cards to highlight your speed and adventure moments! - GPX Import/Export: Easily compatible with other sports/navigation tools for sharing trips - Local Backup: One-click export, backup, and restore of all trip data — your data stays in your hands Suitable Scenarios: - Fitness Enthusiasts: Monitor running, cycling, and other exercise data in real-time to improve training effectiveness. - Outdoor Adventures: Understand altitude and pressure changes to ensure safety during outdoor activities. - Daily Travel: Know your driving speed and direction to ensure a smooth and safe journey. Why Choose Us? - No Internet Required: Utilizes mobile device sensor technology to provide accurate and reliable data without needing the internet. - Intuitive Interface: Simple and easy-to-use interface design allows you to access the information you need effortlessly. - Multi-functional Integration: Integrates multiple practical tools to meet all your needs in one app. Download SpeedX now and start your journey towards a smarter life! The Basic version is free, which offers great features. Upgrade to PRO for even more amazing features. Privacy Policy: https://speedx.floatmaze.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://speedx.floatmaze.com/terms-of-use Please let us know your thoughts through a review on the App Store to help improve "SpeedX" Thank you for your support!

Screenshots

Speedometer GPS+4 screens
SpeedX4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SpeedX at 89% against Speedometer GPS+'s 47%. SpeedX also leads on rating (4.0 vs 3.5) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 6 months). Speedometer GPS+'s advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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 GPS+ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and SpeedX sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SpeedX holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 47% of Speedometer GPS+'s written reviews are positive against 89% of SpeedX's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Speedometer GPS+ ships an update every 6 months, SpeedX every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Speedometer GPS+ versus SpeedX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpeedometer GPS+SpeedX
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (2 ratings)4.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews46.6% of reviews88.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings25 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTigran Mkhitaryan超 马

Customer experience

Speedometer GPS+

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews146 reviews
Positive46.6%
Neutral11.0%
Negative42.5%

SpeedX

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive88.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.1%

Bugs and requests

Speedometer GPS+

Reported bugs

21 issues
  • Distance tracking shows 0 miles or incorrect values
  • Weather feature not updating
  • Maps fail to load or display
  • Compass shows incorrect bearing in landscape mode
  • Speed readings fluctuate significantly (±15 km/h variance)
Show 16 more
  • App crashes on startup or when opening
  • App crashes on iPad Pro and iPad 3
  • GPS not working despite being enabled
  • Compass flips and GUI becomes distorted
  • App detects speed while phone is stationary
  • Location services only work when app is always-on
  • Trip data lost when app crashes
  • Cannot reopen saved tracks
  • Auto-track cannot be disabled
  • Latitude/longitude information not available
  • Tracking path not displayed
  • Map doesn't center on current location
  • Incorrect distance calculation (10x multiplier on cycling)
  • Screen display doesn't fit properly on iPhone 4
  • Compass reading 90 degrees off consistently
  • Altitude readings inaccurate

Requested features

17 requests
  • Pause/stop buttons to control tracking
  • Save and export trip data (KML, GPX formats)
  • Speed limit warning alerts
  • Waypoint setting capability
  • Background GPS tracking
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  • Customizable display themes and colors
  • Night mode or brightness adjustment
  • Lap time tracking
  • G-force meter
  • GPS directions navigation
  • Customizable unit preferences (remember user settings)
  • Landscape mode display improvements
  • Trip history and data logging
  • Tracking path visualization
  • Latitude/longitude information display
  • Universal metric/imperial conversion button
  • Offline map caching

SpeedX

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Speedometer GPS+

One-time1
  • Remove Ads!$2.99
2 purchases

SpeedX

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$5.991 Year

Questions

Is Speedometer GPS+ free?
Speedometer GPS+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SpeedX free?
SpeedX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Speedometer GPS+ or SpeedX?
SpeedX is rated higher. Speedometer GPS+ averages 3.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while SpeedX averages 4.0 from 5 ratings.
Do Speedometer GPS+ or SpeedX have ads?
Neither Speedometer GPS+ nor SpeedX shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Speedometer GPS+ or SpeedX?
Speedometer GPS+ ships an update every 6 months, and SpeedX every 4 weeks. Most recently, Speedometer GPS+ was updated on October 14, 2026 and SpeedX on October 6, 2026.

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