Comparison

Compass & Coordinates Locator vs The Best Compass

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

Head to head
About

Compass & Coordinates Locator

This app provides accurate directional guidance with a digital compass, wind direction, and Qibla finder. It offers offline functionality, location saving, weather updates, and altitude monitoring, making it a versatile navigation tool for various outdoor activities and everyday use.

Highlights
  • Accurate digital compass
  • Wind direction indicator
  • True/Magnetic North toggle
  • Qibla finder with reminders
  • Offline functionality
  • Save favorite locations
  • Weather and altitude data
Features
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Find Your Direction Anytime with Compass & Coordinates Locator - Your Ultimate Navigation Tool! Compass is a simple, accurate, and easy-to-use digital compass designed for everyone - from hikers and travelers to everyday adventurers. Whether you're exploring city streets or venturing into the great outdoors, Compass helps you find your way quickly and reliably! Key Features: * Accurate & Reliable: Utilizes your device’s sensors to deliver precise directional readings. * Wind Direction: Get real-time wind direction to assist with outdoor activities. * Switch Between True North & Magnetic North: Easily toggle the mode that suits your needs. * Qibla Finder: Locate the direction for prayer with customizable reminders. * Works Offline: No internet? No problem! Compass works anytime, anywhere. * Save Favorite Locations: Mark and store important spots for quick access later. * Location Details: View detailed info about your saved locations. * Weather Data: Check current weather conditions to stay prepared. * Customizable Display: Choose from multiple compass themes to suit your style. * Altitude Check: Monitor your elevation with ease. * Flashlight: Illuminate your path when it gets dark. * User-Friendly Interface: Clean, intuitive, and easy to read, even in challenging conditions. Why Choose Compass? 
Perfect for hiking, camping, traveling, boating, or everyday navigation.
Lightweight and optimized to save your battery life.
Trusted by thousands worldwide for accuracy and simplicity.
Regular updates bring new features and ongoing improvements. Always know which way to go, no matter where your journey leads! Subscription payments will be charged to your App Store account at confirmation of your purchase. Subscriptions will automatically renew and you will be charged unless auto-renew is turned off or unless you cancel at least 24 hours prior to the end of the current subscription or trial period. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a premium subscription during the free trial period. The cost of renewal depends on the Subscription Plan you choose. Privacy policy: https://alvicomp.ee/privacy/ Terms of use: https://alvicomp.ee/terms_of_use/

About

The Best Compass

This navigation app offers an accurate GPS compass, real-time maps, and weather updates. It helps users stay oriented during outdoor adventures, travel, or city exploration with intuitive live-view navigation tools.

Highlights
  • Accurate GPS compass
  • Real-time maps
  • Weather updates
  • Live-view navigation
  • Altitude, latitude, longitude display
  • Add custom destinations
Features
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GPS Compass is your all-in-one navigation companion, combining an accurate GPS compass, real-time maps, weather updates, and live-view navigation tools in a simple and intuitive app. Whether you're hiking, camping, traveling, exploring a new city, or enjoying outdoor adventures, GPS Compass helps you stay oriented and reach your destination with confidence. Key Features: • Accurate GPS compass with real-time heading and direction information • View altitude, latitude, longitude, and current weather conditions at a glance • Display real-time GPS coordinates and maps with nearby geographic information • Add any location as a destination and track its direction in real time • Raise your device to enter Live View mode for a more intuitive navigation experience • Clean, modern, and easy-to-use interface designed for everyday navigation Pro Features: Unlock advanced features with GPS Compass Pro: • Dual-view compass mode • Multi-destination guidance • Detailed weather information • Additional premium navigation tools Subscription Information: GPS Compass Pro is available through weekly and annual subscription plans, including a free trial where available. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account upon confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time through your App Store account settings. After cancellation, Pro features will remain available until the end of the current billing period. More Information: Technical Support: [aplsiosdeveloper@gmail.com](mailto:aplsiosdeveloper@gmail.com) Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/upls-compass-privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/upls-compass-user-license

Screenshots

Compass & Coordinates Locator4 screens
The Best Compass4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: The Best Compass at none against Compass & Coordinates Locator's shown. The Best Compass also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). Compass & Coordinates Locator's advantage is ratings volume (1K vs 139). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Compass & Coordinates Locator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and The Best Compass sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Compass & Coordinates Locator against 4.5 for The Best Compass. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Compass & Coordinates Locator has 1K ratings behind it against 139, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Compass & Coordinates Locator ships an update every 2 months, The Best Compass fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Compass & Coordinates Locator versus The Best Compass: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCompass & Coordinates LocatorThe Best Compass
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (1K ratings) — better4.5 (139 ratings)
Positive reviews46.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings1K — better139
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#190#139 — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperALVICOMP OUShenzhen AiPuLeSi Technology Co.,Ltd

Customer experience

Compass & Coordinates Locator

All ratings920 ratings
Positive87.1%
Neutral4.2%
Negative8.7%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive46.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative53.8%

The Best Compass

All ratings120 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral5.8%
Negative9.2%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Compass & Coordinates Locator

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Access3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$8.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription$19.991 Year
3 purchases

The Best Compass

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Weekly3 Days trial2 variants$9.997 Days
  • Premium Weekly$9.997 Days
  • Premium Yearly$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Compass & Coordinates Locator free?
Compass & Coordinates Locator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is The Best Compass free?
The Best Compass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Compass & Coordinates Locator or The Best Compass?
Compass & Coordinates Locator is rated higher. Compass & Coordinates Locator averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while The Best Compass averages 4.5 from 139 ratings.
Do Compass & Coordinates Locator or The Best Compass have ads?
Compass & Coordinates Locator shows ads; The Best Compass does not.
Which is updated more often, Compass & Coordinates Locator or The Best Compass?
Compass & Coordinates Locator ships an update every 2 months, and The Best Compass fortnightly. Most recently, Compass & Coordinates Locator was updated on October 30, 2026 and The Best Compass on October 31, 2026.
Which is more popular, Compass & Coordinates Locator or The Best Compass?
Compass & Coordinates Locator currently peaks at #190 in the App Store charts, and The Best Compass at #139. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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