Comparison

Digi Compass vs TrailShed

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

Head to head
About

Digi Compass

Features
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Digi Compass with Speedometer – Smart Location Tool Stay on the right path with Compass & Speedometer, your all-in-one navigation companion! Whether you're exploring the great outdoors, driving through new cities, or just finding your bearings, this app provides precise heading, real-time speed, and detailed location information. * Track your speed in km/h & View your exact location & city * Accurate magnetic compass readings * Fast, simple, and beautifully designed Key Features: Magnetic Compass: Instantly view your current heading in degrees using the device’s magnetometer. GPS Speedometer: Track your speed accurately in km/h using advanced GPS data. Live Location: See your current coordinates (latitude & longitude) and get live location names with reverse geocoding. Sub-locality Detection: Go beyond city names — get the specific neighborhood or area you're in. Auto Calibration: Supports heading calibration for the most accurate compass readings. Smooth User Experience: Powered by CoreLocation and Combine for real-time, reactive updates. High performance and modern architecture. Perfect For: Hikers, trekkers, bikers, and drivers Urban explorers and travelers Anyone needing a simple yet powerful navigation tool

About

TrailShed

Visualize terrain visibility from any point on a map. Explore trails by uploading GPX files and discover optimal viewing locations. This app helps you find the best scenic spots with ease.

Highlights
  • Highlight visible terrain from any location
  • Drag marker for real-time viewshed display
  • Search specific locations for views
  • Upload GPX files to explore trails
  • Discover best views along trails
  • Includes example trails for demonstration
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Trailshed allows you to quickly and easily highlight the buildings and terrain that are visible from any location. For city viewing, drag your marker anywhere in the city to see what buildings obstruct your view, or if your new place will have sweet skyline views. You can also add custom buildings to see if new developments will cause significant changes in your view. For terrain and hiking, search a specific location to see the view from there. Explore trails by uploading a GPX file and seeing where the best views are, or use one of our example trails! Elevate your view, with Trailshed.

Screenshots

Digi Compass2 screens
TrailShed4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: TrailShed at $0.99 against Digi Compass's $2.99. On update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Digi Compass costs $2.99 and TrailShed $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Digi Compass ships an update every 5 days, TrailShed weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Digi Compass versus TrailShed: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDigi CompassTrailShed
Price$2.99$0.99 — better
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.215.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSuresh VermaClark Wakeland

In-app purchases

None

Digi Compass

No in-app purchases

None

TrailShed

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Digi Compass free?
Digi Compass costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is TrailShed free?
TrailShed costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Digi Compass or TrailShed have ads?
Neither Digi Compass nor TrailShed shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Digi Compass or TrailShed?
Digi Compass ships an update every 5 days, and TrailShed weekly. Most recently, Digi Compass was updated on October 30, 2026 and TrailShed on October 31, 2026.

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