Comparison

Compass vs ProClimb

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

Head to head
About

Compass

Features
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A simple and user-friendly compass app. Not only does it show directions, but it also measures latitude, longitude, and altitude. Ideal for outdoor activities, hiking, and travel. With a clean and intuitive design, it provides accurate location information using GPS. Instantly see your current coordinates and use them with a map for navigation. Designed to be lightweight and smooth, it eliminates unnecessary features, displaying only essential information for easy use by anyone.

About

ProClimb

Features
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Need dependable sensor data when it matters most? Our app delivers professional-grade altitude, compass, and barometer readings with enterprise-level data handling β€” and it works entirely offline. Designed for field professionals and serious outdoors users, the app captures calibrated raw sensor streams, maintains precise timestamps, and stores everything locally so you can review, analyze, or export CSV/JSON without relying on network connectivity. Accurate & Calibrated: Advanced algorithms and calibration tools reduce drift and improve repeatability for real-world measurements. Offline-First: All features β€” live metrics, history, charts, and data export β€” work without a connection. Ideal for remote work and secure environments. Raw Data & Export: Export raw sensor logs (CSV/JSON) with timestamps and metadata for post-processing and integration into analysis pipelines. Privacy by Design: Your data stays on-device until you choose to share it. No cloud upload unless you opt in. Field-Ready UX: Clear, readable instrument panels, unit toggles, and quick toggles for recording make it simple to capture trustworthy measurements in any condition. Download now and get professional sensor data you can rely on β€” even when you’re offline.

Screenshots

Compass2 screens
ProClimb4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ProClimb at none against Compass's 2. ProClimb also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 13 months). Compass's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

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

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

Both are free to download. Compass sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. ProClimb asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Compass ships an update every 13 months, ProClimb every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences Β· 2 level
Compass versus ProClimb: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCompassProClimb
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 13 monthsEvery 4 days β€” better
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 β€” better15.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size24 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerkota tadaζΆ› 李

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Compass

Subscriptions2
  • Ad-free for 1 month7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Ad-free for 1 year14 Days trial$49.991 Year
None

ProClimb

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Compass free?
Compass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ProClimb free?
ProClimb is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Compass or ProClimb have ads?
Compass shows ads; ProClimb does not.
Which is updated more often, Compass or ProClimb?
Compass ships an update every 13 months, and ProClimb every 4 days. Most recently, Compass was updated on October 10, 2026 and ProClimb on October 5, 2026.

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