Comparison

twGPS vs Coordinate Converter

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

Head to head
About

twGPS

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twGPS - Precise GPS Navigation with Home Location Tracking twGPS is your reliable app for precise GPS positioning. With its clean, intuitive interface, it displays your current position in real-time - either in decimal format or in traditional degrees/minutes/seconds format. Along with exact coordinates, the app provides essential additional information such as: • Altitude above sea level • Current speed • Direction of movement • GPS signal accuracy Special Features: Home Location Tracking Save any location as your home position. The app automatically calculates: • The direct distance to your current location • The altitude difference between both positions Waypoints • Save unlimited locations as waypoints • Assign individual names to each waypoint • Keep track of distances to all saved waypoints Share & Connect • Easily share your position data via email or other apps • Direct links to various mapping services • Perfect for hikers, cyclists, or for finding interesting places again Flexible Settings • Simple manual input of coordinates for home location • "Use Current Position" feature for quick saving • All settings can be adjusted at any time Maximum Privacy • No cloud connection - all data stays on your device • No trackers or analytics tools • No collection or sharing of user data • Position data is only shared at your explicit request Technical Features • Support for iPhone and iPad • Optimized for various screen sizes and orientations • Available in multiple languages (German, English, Spanish, French, Hungarian, Dutch) • Low battery impact through efficient programming Note: Continuous use of GPS running in the background can decrease battery life. This app is perfect for: • Hikers and outdoor enthusiasts • Geocaching fans • Cyclists and joggers • Travelers and explorers • Anyone needing precise location data Download twGPS now and discover a new dimension of positioning!

About

Coordinate Converter

Convert GPS coordinates to various formats like DMS, DDM, UTM, MGRS, and GARS. This tool works offline, allowing you to capture, convert, and save locations without an internet connection. It's ideal for field use, SAR operations, and map enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • Offline GPS coordinate conversion
  • Supports DD, DMS, DDM, UTM, MGRS, GARS
  • Capture current location or paste coordinates
  • History log for saved locations
  • Share converted locations
  • Ad-free and privacy-focused
Features
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MyGPSConverter - Offline GPS Coordinate Conversion Tool Quickly convert your current GPS location into multiple coordinate formats—even without a data connection. Perfect for hikers, responders, military personnel, and map users needing accurate offline location conversions. Capture your current longitude and latitude, paste coordinates from other sources, or enter any location manually. Convert and view your position across popular reference systems used in paper maps, SAR operations, and field reports. All conversions are stored in a history log for easy access later. Key Features: • Converts coordinates between multiple supported formats • Supports DD, DMS, DDM, UTM, MGRS, and GARS • Works entirely offline—no signal or internet required • Smart input fields auto-parse pasted coordinates • Save and revisit converted locations with the built-in history log • Share any converted location via text, email, or clipboard • 100% ad-free and privacy-focused—no tracking or data collection Supported Coordinate Formats: • DD (Decimal Degrees) Simple format using decimal values for latitude and longitude. Example: 37.774945, -122.419434 • DMS (Degrees, Minutes, Seconds) Traditional format expressing degrees, minutes, and seconds. Example: 37°46'29.6"N, 122°25'09.8"W • DDM (Degrees and Decimal Minutes) Combines whole degrees with decimal minutes. Example: 37°46.493'N, 122°25.164'W • UTM (Universal Transverse Mercator) Metric, zone-based grid system used for detailed maps. Example: 10S 551000mE, 4182000mN • MGRS (Military Grid Reference System) Refines UTM into alphanumeric grid squares for high precision. Example: 10SEG5510028200 • GARS (Global Area Reference System) Military grid dividing the globe into 30-minute cells. Example: 006AG3 Ideal for hikers, emergency responders, military personnel, and anyone needing accurate coordinate conversions in the field.

Screenshots

twGPS4 screens
Coordinate Converter3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: twGPS at 4 against Coordinate Converter's 2. twGPS also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
twGPS versus Coordinate Converter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametertwGPSCoordinate Converter
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.7 (25 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—25 — better
Update frequency—Monthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThomas WeilandRichard Vetter

In-app purchases

None

twGPS

No in-app purchases

None

Coordinate Converter

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is twGPS free?
twGPS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Coordinate Converter free?
Coordinate Converter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do twGPS or Coordinate Converter have ads?
Neither twGPS nor Coordinate Converter shows ads.

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