Comparison

Speedometer vs BitSpeed

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

Head to head
About

Speedometer

Features
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Turn your iPhone into a precision GPS speedometer. Track your current speed in digital or classic analog style, log trip distance, and switch instantly between mph and km/h. Clean, battery-friendly, and perfect for driving, cycling, or e-scooters. Why you’ll love it Real-time GPS speed with smooth updates Digital and analog dials you can toggle anytime Trip odometer: track current trip distance and total distance Miles (mph) and kilometers (km/h) support Big, readable numbers for safe glanceability Minimal, distraction-free design Take the guesswork out of your speed—download now and hit the road with confidence. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

BitSpeed

This app provides precise GPS telemetry for speed, heading, and altitude. It offers two display modes, analog and digital HUD, with real-time trip statistics. Designed for drivers with a focus on clarity and ease of use, it is completely free and ad-free.

Highlights
  • Real-time speed (MPH/KPH)
  • Compass heading
  • Trip statistics (max speed, average speed, distance)
  • Analog and digital HUD displays
  • Auto-scaling speed range
  • Dark mode by default
  • VoiceOver and Dynamic Type support
Features
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BitSpeed turns your iPhone GPS speedometer Whether you're behind the wheel, on the bike, or watching the world pass by from a window seat, BitSpeed delivers precise, ad-free GPS telemetry — beautifully. Two Displays. One Tap. Switch instantly between a premium analog dial and a minimalist digital HUD. Both modes share the same data and the same elegant dark theme. Live GPS Telemetry • Real-time speed in MPH or KPH • Compass heading with cardinal direction (NE 042°) • Smoothed over a 3-second window to eliminate GPS jitter • Best-for-navigation accuracy mode for the cleanest reading Trip Stats • Maximum speed since session start • Average speed • Total distance traveled • Live altitude • One-tap reset Auto-Scaling Range The analog dial gracefully tops out at 120 MPH for cars and bikes — and seamlessly rescales to 750 MPH for aviation when you climb above 115. Built-in hysteresis keeps the transition silky. Designed for Drivers • Massive, glanceable typography • Glassmorphism with electric-blue accents • Dark mode by default — easy on the eyes day or night • 60 FPS spring-damped needle and number transitions • VoiceOver and Dynamic Type support Free. Forever. No Strings. BitSpeed has no ads, no analytics, no tracking, no subscriptions, and no account requirements. Your location is processed entirely on-device and never leaves your iPhone. If BitSpeed becomes part of your daily ride, a small one-time tip helps keep it that way. Safety Please mount your iPhone securely before driving. Do not interact with BitSpeed while operating a vehicle. Made with care by Bitvellum.

Screenshots

Speedometer3 screens
BitSpeed3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BitSpeed at none against Speedometer's 2. BitSpeed also leads on ads (none vs shown). Speedometer's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.5). On price 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. Speedometer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. BitSpeed asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Speedometer versus BitSpeed: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpeedometerBitSpeed
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPaulius PetrusauskasScott Clayton

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Speedometer

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Speed$3.991 Month
  • Premium Speed$9.991 Year
None

BitSpeed

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Speedometer free?
Speedometer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BitSpeed free?
BitSpeed is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Speedometer or BitSpeed have ads?
Speedometer shows ads; BitSpeed does not.

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