Comparison

Compass+ vs Pointless Compass

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

Head to head
About

Compass+

This free digital tool replicates a traditional magnetic compass, offering a simple interface to display cardinal directions and intermediate points. It helps users determine their current orientation for various everyday and outdoor activities.

Highlights
  • Real-time directional display
  • User-friendly interface
  • Calibration for accuracy
  • Free to use
  • Aids outdoor enthusiasts
Features
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Compass is a FREE digital tool designed for smartphones that replicates the functionality of a traditional magnetic compass. This app provides users with a simple and intuitive interface displaying the cardinal directions (north, south, east, west) and intermediate points. Users can utilise the compass to determine their current orientation. Key features of the free Compass app may include: 1) Real-time Directional Display: The app provides a real-time indication of the direction the device is pointing, allowing users to align themselves with the cardinal points. 2) User-Friendly Interface: The application has a user-friendly design, often resembling a physical compass, with clear markings for easy interpretation. 3) Calibration: Users may have the option to calibrate the compass, ensuring accurate readings by compensating for potential magnetic interference. 4) Its FREE and always will be FREE. Ps: The Compass app serves various purposes, from aiding outdoor enthusiasts and hikers to providing a handy navigation tool for everyday use. It's a practical and convenient solution for individuals who need a quick reference for direction in their daily activities. So go on, download it for free.

About

Pointless Compass

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North. Pointless Compass is a fully functional compass app that works perfectly — in every direction except the one that matters. Powered by your iPhone's real magnetometer, the needle reads your actual heading and then confidently points somewhere else entirely. Shake your phone for a fresh wrong direction. Then shake it again. Each one is just as useless as the last. Features: - Real-time heading using iPhone's built-in compass - Guaranteed non-North needle direction - Shake to generate a new random wrong direction - Live bearing readout (accurate, and therefore pointless) - Classic compass dial with antique gold detailing - Works in all 359 directions that aren't North Not recommended for hiking, sailing, orienteering, or any situation where knowing North might be helpful.

Screenshots

Compass+4 screens
Pointless Compass3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Compass+ at 12.0 against Pointless Compass's 15.6. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Compass+ versus Pointless Compass: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCompass+Pointless Compass
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB5 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperZMC TECH LLPJames Birley

In-app purchases

None

Compass+

No in-app purchases

None

Pointless Compass

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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