Comparison

Totem Compass vs FestivAir

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

Head to head
About

Totem Compass

This app enhances a wearable device that helps users find each other without cell service or Wi-Fi. It allows for direct Bluetooth connection to manage contacts, update software, and view real-time maps, all without requiring an internet connection or account login.

Highlights
  • One-tap software updates
  • Totem Compass customization
  • Customize and color-code Bonds
  • Filter and manage Bonds on device
  • Live map view with Bond locations
  • Real-time satellite and accuracy monitoring
  • Offline user manual access
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The Totem App enhances your experience with the Totem Compass—the world-famous wearable device that helps you find your people without cell service or Wi-Fi. Connect directly to your Totem Compass via Bluetooth to manage your Bonds, update software, access new features and view real-time maps—no account creation, no login, and no internet required. Launch Features: One-Tap Software Updates: Quickly install the latest Totem Compass software using your phone—no Wi-Fi or mobile hotspot setup required. Totem Compass Customization: Give your Totem Compass a name that will appear on other users’ Totem App when they Bond with you! Customize Your Bonds: Assign names and colors to your Bonds to keep track of friends, family, or teammates more easily. Expands your Totem Bond Color palette from 4 colors, to 12 different colors. Bond Filtering: Show, hide and filter Bonds on your Totem Compass user interface to make navigation easier out in the field. Live Map View: See your own location, your Bond locations, and SOS status on Google Maps. Satellite & Accuracy Monitoring: Check your Totem's satellite connection and signal accuracy in real time—compared with your phone’s GPS performance—without needing an internet connection. Built-in User Manual: Offline access to User Manual and feature explanations anytime you need them. Coming Soon: Child Lock: Lock your Totem Compass settings to prevent unintentional changes. Ideal for families and children, or when lending devices to others. Offline Map View: Cache your maps ahead of time so you can view them without an internet connection. Event-Specific Maps: Easily navigate through the most popular festivals and outdoor events with event-specific maps integrated seamlessly into the Totem App! Animations Glossary: Dynamic view of what is happening on your Totem Compass at any given time, alongside helpful descriptions and tips for ease-of-use. Offline Messaging: Send and receive short messages with your Bonds, completely offline through the power of the Unity Mesh Network. Your Totem Compass does not require the app to perform basic functions. All core features—including tracking, navigation, and Bonding—work independently, without ever needing a phone. The app simply gives you the option to customize your setup, monitor your Bonds, and streamline updates more easily. Download the Totem App today to unlock more control, visibility and new features!

About

FestivAir

Features
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FestivAir helps festival-goers stay connected when cell service is overloaded. Create a squad, share locations with people you choose, drop meet-up pins, and message your crew through nearby Bluetooth/Wi-Fi mesh networking. WHY FESTIVAIR At large festivals, texts can stall, maps can lag, and groups can split up. FestivAir is built for that moment. Nearby phones can communicate directly, and messages can relay through participating devices when available. FEATURES - Squad map: see your crew's last shared location - Mesh chat: message your squad when cell service is unreliable - Meet-up pins: drop a shared meeting point your crew can navigate to - Compass navigation: point toward a squad member or meet-up pin - Status updates: share quick states like "at the bar" or "heading to main stage" - Set time alerts: save artists and get reminders before sets - Offline venue info: find water stations, bathrooms, and medical help where venue data is available PRIVACY Your location is only shared with squads you join. Squad data is designed for your group, and nearby relay devices cannot use FestivAir to see your squad's private location or chat content. BEST FOR Music festivals, large concerts, theme parks, campgrounds, and crowded venues where groups get separated. Core squad features are free. Premium options unlock larger squads, party hosting, and more. Terms of Use (EULA): https://festivair.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://festivair.app/privacy

Screenshots

Totem Compass4 screens
FestivAir4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Totem Compass at none against FestivAir's 3. Totem Compass also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). FestivAir's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs fortnightly). On price, ads 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. FestivAir sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per year. Totem Compass asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Totem Compass ships an update fortnightly, FestivAir every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Totem Compass versus FestivAir: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTotem CompassFestivAir
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (132 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews62.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings132 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB20 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperTotem Inc.David Jackson

In-app purchases

None

Totem Compass

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

FestivAir

Subscriptions1
  • Season Pass$14.991 Year
One-time2
  • Festival Pass$2.99
  • Crew Pass$6.99

Questions

Is Totem Compass free?
Totem Compass is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FestivAir free?
FestivAir is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Totem Compass or FestivAir have ads?
Neither Totem Compass nor FestivAir shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Totem Compass or FestivAir?
Totem Compass ships an update fortnightly, and FestivAir every 2 days. Most recently, Totem Compass was updated on November 12, 2026 and FestivAir on November 9, 2026.

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