LytranCloud vs Altitude
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
LytranCloud
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1. The most advanced collector can be used for data monitoring 2. Accurate data, dynamic graph display, clear and clear 3. One click device addition 4. Data from multi-angle professional analysis equipment
Altitude
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Discover the most precise altitude measurement app using cutting-edge sensor fusion technology! Altitude combines GPS, barometer, and weather station data for maximum accuracy. Advanced Features: β’ Dual-Sensor System: GPS + barometer for highest precision β’ Kalman Filter: Smart data smoothing for stable readings β’ Automatic Calibration: Pressure adjustment via weather station β’ Real-Time History Graph: Visualize your altitude changes β’ Home Screen Widget: Current altitude directly on your home screen β’ Multilingual: German, English, French, Spanish, Portuguese Detailed Measurement Data: β’ Current altitude (meters/feet) β’ Rate of altitude change β’ Real-time GPS accuracy β’ Min/Max/Average values β’ Interactive time ranges (1m, 5m, 15m, 1h) Perfect for: β’ Hikers and mountaineers β’ Pilots and paragliders β’ Geologists and surveyors β’ Fitness enthusiasts β’ All outdoor activities Technical Highlights: β’ Modern Material Design 3 interface β’ Dark mode available β’ Optimized for all screen sizes β’ Low battery consumption β’ Works offline (GPS mode) Premium Features: β’ Ad-free experience β’ Apple Watch Note: For optimal accuracy, an internet connection is recommended for weather station calibration.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LytranCloud at none against Altitude's 1. LytranCloud also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). Altitude's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 8 months). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. Altitude sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. LytranCloud asks for nothing beyond the download.
LytranCloud ships an update every 8 months, Altitude every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | LytranCloud | Altitude |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 3 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 β better | 16.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 92 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Shenzhen Energy Control Cloud Technology Co., Ltd | CARSTEN SACHSE |
In-app purchases
LytranCloud
No in-app purchases
Altitude
- Carsten Sachse$0.99









