Altimeter X. vs Alturos
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Altimeter X.
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Elevate your altitude tracking experience with our GPS-based Altimeter app! Designed for simplicity and precision, this app helps you measure your current altitude with just a tap. Simply press the center imageβa mountain with a sea backdropβand watch the altitude update in real-time with a smooth animation and a progressive loading bar around the image. - Accurate Altitude Measurement: Uses GPS to provide precise readings of your current altitude. - Interactive Updates: Tap the center image to refresh your location and see your altitude animate to life with a circular progress bar. - Unit Switching: Easily toggle between feet and meters to suit your preference. - Customizable Display: Choose between light and dark mode for a personalized viewing experience. - Multi-Language Support: Available in over 20 languages, making it accessible to users around the world. Whether youβre hiking, exploring or just curious about your elevation, our Altimeter app is a simple, reliable tool to have in your pocket. Download now and stay informed about your altitude wherever you go!
Alturos
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This small and simple app will use the phones sensors to measure an current (absolute) altitude. You can also set a baseline and measure from there (relative measurement). The app is perfect for measuring height of for example an elevator. Notes: * The absolute height can be affected by weather. * The relative sensor might drift over time.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Alturos at none against Altimeter X.'s 1. Altimeter X.'s advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 7 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Altimeter X. sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Alturos asks for nothing beyond the download.
Altimeter X. ships an update every 5 days, Alturos every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Altimeter X. | Alturos |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days β better | Every 7 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No β better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod β better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 β better | 18.2 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 49 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hubert Willy Lehmann | Markus Johansson |
In-app purchases
Altimeter X.
- Remove Ads$1.99
Alturos
No in-app purchases








