Compass 3 vs Max Altitude
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Compass 3
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A simple compass app that shows heading, position, altitude and accuracy.
Max Altitude
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Track your elevation with precision using Max Altitude. Max Altitude fuses data from your device's GPS and barometric sensor to provide the most accurate altitude readings possible. Whether you're hiking, climbing, or just curious about your elevation, Max Altitude delivers clear, real-time data in a beautiful interface.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Compass 3 at 11.0 against Max Altitude's 17.2. On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Compass 3 | Max Altitude |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 17.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Chris Stayte | Vincent Palma |
In-app purchases
Compass 3
No in-app purchases
Max Altitude
No in-app purchases
