# Compass vs Compass XL

The clearest difference is rating: Compass XL at 4.7 against Compass's 2.0. Compass XL also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 8 months) and ratings volume (15 vs 1). Compass's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Compass sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Compass XL sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Compass XL holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Compass XL has 15 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Compass ships an update every 8 months, Compass XL every 9 days. Both last shipped on September 19, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Compass | Compass XL |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass-pro/id551376288/reviews) | **[4.7 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass-xl-gps-navigation/id6739737170/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **15** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 9 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Savvas Petrou](https://appshunter.io/developer/480311109) | [Mobile Card Games & Travel Apps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/453389232) |

## What reviewers say

### Compass

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass-pro/id551376288)

This navigation tool uses your device's gyroscope for enhanced accuracy. Simply point your device at an object and tap the screen to freeze the compass bearing. It's useful for travel and outdoor activities.

**Highlights:** Gyroscope enhanced accuracy, HD Retina display, Universal App support, Tap to freeze compass, Read compass bearing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


### Compass XL

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass-xl-gps-navigation/id6739737170)

This app provides a large, clear compass display for easy navigation in any environment. It offers multiple styles, North modes, and location-based place names, with offline functionality. An optional Pro upgrade unlocks ad removal, bearing lock, and specialized display modes.

**Highlights:** Large, clear compass display, True North and Magnetic North modes, Location-based place names, Offline functionality, Bearing Lock (Pro), Night Vision Mode (Pro)

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Compass Pro | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Compass free?

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

### Is Compass XL free?

Compass XL is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Compass or Compass XL?

Compass XL is rated higher. Compass averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Compass XL averages 4.7 from 15 ratings.

### Do Compass or Compass XL have ads?

Neither Compass nor Compass XL shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Compass or Compass XL?

Compass ships an update every 8 months, and Compass XL every 9 days. Most recently, Compass was updated on September 19, 2026 and Compass XL on September 19, 2026.

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