Apex vs Trip Computêr
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Apex
This GPS-based app transforms your device into a precise speedometer and trip tracker. It records detailed journey statistics like speed, distance, and elevation, with customizable interfaces and background tracking capabilities.
- Precise real-time speed measurement
- Comprehensive trip recording
- Advanced elevation tracking
- Detailed trip statistics
- Trip history and management
- Customizable interface
- Background tracking
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Transform your iPhone or iPad into a professional-grade speedometer and trip tracking device with Speedometer X, the ultimate GPS-based speed measurement and journey recording app. Note: Speedometer X requires a subscription to use. A free trial is available. PRECISE SPEED MEASUREMENT Experience real-time speed tracking with GPS accuracy that rivals dedicated speedometer devices. Whether you're driving, cycling, running, or engaging in outdoor activities, Speedometer X provides instant, accurate speed readings in large, easy-to-read digits. Choose from multiple speed units including kilometers per hour (KM/H), miles per hour (MPH), and knots. COMPREHENSIVE TRIP RECORDING Go beyond simple speed tracking with full trip recording capabilities. Start recording your journey with a single tap and capture detailed statistics including average speed, top speed, total distance, duration, and elevation data. Pause and resume recordings as needed, ensuring you never lose important trip data. ADVANCED ELEVATION TRACKING Monitor your vertical movement with precise altitude tracking. Speedometer X records your current altitude, maximum and minimum elevations reached, and calculates total elevation gain and loss throughout your journey. Perfect for hiking, cycling, and outdoor adventures. DETAILED TRIP STATISTICS Every recording session provides comprehensive analytics including: - Real-time and average speed measurements - Top speed achieved during the trip - Total distance covered with precise GPS tracking - Trip duration with moving time and stopped time tracking - Elevation statistics with gain and loss calculations - Route visualization on interactive maps TRIP HISTORY & MANAGEMENT Access your complete trip history with the built-in trip management system. Review past journeys, rename trips for easy identification, and view detailed statistics for each recording session. Your trip data is securely stored locally on your device. CUSTOMIZABLE INTERFACE Personalize your experience with flexible customization options: - Choose preferred speed units (KM/H, MPH, or knots) - Select altitude units (meters or feet) - Customize appearance with light, dark, or system theme - Control screen orientation with auto, portrait, or landscape lock GPS STATUS MONITORING Stay informed about your GPS signal quality and location services status. Speedometer X provides real-time feedback on GPS accuracy and location permission status, ensuring reliable speed readings. BACKGROUND TRACKING Continue recording trips even when the app is in the background. Speedometer X maintains accurate GPS tracking and data collection, so you can use other apps or lock your device while maintaining precise monitoring. PRIVACY FOCUSED Your location data and trip information remain private and secure on your device. Speedometer X does not share your personal data with third parties. PERFECT FOR MULTIPLE ACTIVITIES Whether you're a professional driver, cyclist, runner, hiker, or outdoor enthusiast, Speedometer X adapts to your needs. Use it for vehicle speed monitoring, cycling performance tracking, running activity monitoring, hiking adventure recording, marine activities, or any activity requiring precise speed and location tracking. Download Speedometer X today and experience the most comprehensive speed tracking and trip recording solution available on iOS. Privacy Policy: https://curlydoggo.com/speedometer/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Trip Computêr
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TRIP COMPUTER Trip Computer turns your iPhone and iPad into a practical GPS-based trip computer, giving you quick access to distance traveled by your car, average trip speed, real-time speed, direction, location, and trip information. DESIGNED FOR APPLE CARPLAY Trip Computer supports CarPlay, allowing you to access driving information from your car's display. Just like an in-vehicle trip computer, it provides Trip A / Trip B / Speed tabs. You can also access all GPS information from the Location tab. When connected to a compatible CarPlay display, you can view your trip distance, average speed during the trip, trip duration, current speed and direction, real-time location information, and other useful trip data. Whether you're on a long journey or simply tracking your current driving information, Trip Computer provides everything you need in a simple and easy-to-read interface. TRIP A & TRIP B Trip A and Trip B are two independent trip computers that can be used to track different journeys, routes, or different sections of the same trip. Each trip can display useful driving statistics such as: • Distance traveled • Average speed • Trip duration • Air distance • Air bearing • Start time • Start location • Last location • Last update time • Time elapsed since the last update • Point speed • Point bearing Trip A and Trip B can be reset independently. This allows you to use them for different purposes. For example, you can track your entire journey with Trip A while using Trip B to monitor a specific section of your route. Trip A and Trip B are separate one-time In-App Purchases. Each purchase permanently unlocks the corresponding trip computer. No subscription is required. REAL-TIME LOCATION View detailed GPS and location data, including: • Latitude and longitude • Current speed • Altitude • Course and direction • Location accuracy • Speed accuracy • Course accuracy • Location timestamp • Coordinates in Decimal Degrees format • Coordinates in Degrees Decimal Minutes format • Coordinates in Degrees Minutes Seconds format See exactly where you are and access useful location information whenever you need it. IPHONE AND IPAD INTERFACE Trip Computer works on both iPhone and iPad, allowing you to clearly and easily monitor detailed GPS and trip information on your mobile devices across different screen sizes. From checking your exact coordinates to tracking your trip statistics, Trip Computer provides a simple and practical way to keep your location and trip data close at hand. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Notes: CarPlay is an official trademark of Apple.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Trip Computêr at weekly against Apex's monthly. Trip Computêr also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Apex sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Trip Computêr sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Apex ships an update monthly, Trip Computêr weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Apex | Trip Computêr |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (25 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 25 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Subscription | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 26 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Curly Doggo Limited | Orkun Karaduman |
In-app purchases
Apex
- Speedometer X Pro Weekly$3.997 Days
- Speedometer X Pro Weekly3 Days trial$3.997 Days
- Speedometer X Pro Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
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- Speedometer X Pro Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Speedometer X Pro Yearly$19.991 Year
- Speedometer X Pro Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Speedometer X Pro Yearly$29.991 Year
Trip Computêr
- Trip A$9.99
- Trip B$9.99
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