# Compass vs The Best Compass

The clearest difference is monetization model: The Best Compass at free with in-app purchases against Compass's subscription. The Best Compass also leads on rating (4.4 vs 4.2). Compass's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Compass sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and The Best Compass sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

The Best Compass holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 217 and 120 respectively.

Compass ships an update every 5 days, The Best Compass fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Compass | The Best Compass |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (217 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass-coordinates-locator/id6473898692/reviews) | **[4.4 (120 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-best-compass/id6763200705/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **217** | 120 |
| Positive reviews | 16.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | #176 | **#125** |
| Size | 33 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Rychard Matskevich](https://appshunter.io/developer/1395390712) | [Shenzhen AiPuLeSi Technology Co.,Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1805512838) |

## What reviewers say

### Compass

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass-coordinates-locator/id6473898692)

**Currently charting:** #176 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

This navigation app offers multiple compass styles, real-time weather data, and a Qibla finder. It includes a built-in altimeter and customizable themes for an enhanced outdoor and spiritual journey.

**Highlights:** Multiple compass interfaces, Real-time weather data, Live Activity & Dynamic Island support, Qibla finder, Built-in altimeter, Light & Dark themes

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Compass Family Weekly Trial 3 | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Compass Premium Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Compass Premium Quarterly | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| Compass Premium Yearly Trial 3 | $29.99 | per year |


### The Best Compass

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-best-compass/id6763200705)

**Currently charting:** #125 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

This navigation app offers an accurate GPS compass, real-time maps, and weather updates. It helps users stay oriented during outdoor adventures, travel, or city exploration with intuitive live-view navigation tools.

**Highlights:** Accurate GPS compass, Real-time maps, Weather updates, Live-view navigation, Altitude, latitude, longitude display, Add custom destinations

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Compass free?

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

### Is The Best Compass free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Compass or The Best Compass?

The Best Compass is rated higher. Compass averages 4.2 out of 5 from 217 ratings, while The Best Compass averages 4.4 from 120 ratings.

### Do Compass or The Best Compass have ads?

Neither Compass nor The Best Compass shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Compass or The Best Compass?

Compass ships an update every 5 days, and The Best Compass fortnightly. Most recently, Compass was updated on September 24, 2026 and The Best Compass on September 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Compass or The Best Compass?

Compass currently peaks at #176 in the App Store charts, and The Best Compass at #125. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*