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Cardinal Solitaire Directions vs Compass

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

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Cardinal Solitaire Directions

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Learn and Practice Cardinal Directions Cardinal directions refer to the four main directions shown on a map - north, east, south, and west. In this game, the objective is to use cardinal directions to help the character bring their item back to their home. As the character moves across the grid in one of the four cardinal directions, North (up), South (down), East (right), or West (left) the character bumps the item moving it in the characters' current direction. What are the Challenges in this game? The main challenge is that items cannot move on their own and can only be nudged. The player needs to use the principle of cardinal directions to maneuver the character while ensuring that items do not get to a point where they cannot be moved further inside the grid. It becomes difficult to analyze the position and movement of an item and character since moves cannot be made diagonally and come in conflict while moving on the same square of the grid. Benefits of Practice through Play The game allows kids to practice the four fundamental directions, including North (up), South (down), East (right), and West (left). Playing the game trains individuals to think spatially as they need to keep track of various directions around the grid. The game enhances analytical skills since the player needs to analyze and determine the next move while taking into account the limitations of movement, including blocked walls and conflicting movements of the character and the item. PRIVACY POLICY We take privacy very seriously and we are committed to ensuring your privacy is safe. Please read our privacy policy: http://www.ibrainylearn.com#privacyPolicy

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Compass

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Which way is north? A simple compass made for curious kids. Compass is a simple, easy-to-use compass app designed for kids to explore, learn, and discover directions around them. With a clear, easy-to-read display and simple controls, kids can quickly see which way is north, south, east, or west — without complicated settings or distracting features. ā–  Simple and Easy to Use • Kid-friendly design Large, clear directions make the compass easy to understand at a glance. • Map Mode Keep north fixed at the top of the screen, just like on a map. Place your device next to a map and explore which direction your school, park, home, or other places are. ā–  Made for Learning and Exploring • Learn about directions Discover north, south, east, and west while exploring the world around you. • Use it for school activities Great for learning about maps, directions, the sunrise, and your local area. • Take it outside Use it for neighborhood walks, outdoor learning, camping, or family adventures. ā–  For Parents and Teachers • No ads or in-app purchases Kids can focus on exploring and learning without distractions. • Location access is optional The compass works using your device's built-in magnetic sensor without location access. Allowing location access enables more accurate true north readings. • Simple by design The app focuses on one thing: making directions easy to see and understand. A little compass for big adventures. Whether you're learning about maps, exploring your neighborhood, or simply wondering which way is north, Compass makes discovering directions simple and fun. *This app uses your device's magnetic sensor. Nearby magnets, metal objects, and electronic devices may affect compass accuracy. For best results, use your device away from magnetic interference.*

Screenshots

Cardinal Solitaire Directions4 screens
Compass2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Cardinal Solitaire Directions at 9.0 against Compass's 18.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
Cardinal Solitaire Directions versus Compass: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCardinal Solitaire DirectionsCompass
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWilliam PortilloYoshihiro Tanaka

In-app purchases

None

Cardinal Solitaire Directions

No in-app purchases

None

Compass

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cardinal Solitaire Directions free?
Cardinal Solitaire Directions is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Compass free?
Compass is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Cardinal Solitaire Directions or Compass have ads?
Neither Cardinal Solitaire Directions nor Compass shows ads.

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