DirectionKit vs Compass Waypoint
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DirectionKit
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DirectionKit is your go-to app for easy navigation. Tap anywhere on the map to set your destination and get your direction (straight‑line direction, not turn‑by‑turn) together with distance. You can also search for nearby places or enter coordinates to find any location. Easily save and organize favorite spots for quick navigation. Whether you need a handy compass, want to discover places “near me,” or simply get back to a saved location, DirectionKit is ready for any adventure. DirectionKit is great for: – City exploring and travel – Returning to your starting point – Hiking trails and nature walks – Campus or event navigation – Geocaching fun – Yachting, sailing & boating – Fieldwork and surveying Features: – Tap the map to set a destination and see direct direction + distance – Search locations by coordinates – Find places nearby – Save any location, including your current spot – Organize favorites for fast navigation – Easily find and share any place – Choose measurement units: metric, imperial, or maritime No account required. Your saved locations are kept private on your device and are only synced with your iCloud account (if enabled), so only you can access them. Terms of Service: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Elo7_XJlsED5jwCVNLUmVEtjOgkW0rcFsRYPtDuPLlg/edit?usp=sharing Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qCqehg-XP7ap-5VgnUSl80q2N0tDd1Qix81ilc0l0uk/edit?usp=sharing License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Compass Waypoint
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A clean, free iPhone compass with no ads. Save a parking spot, campsite, hotel, trailhead, or meeting point, then follow a clear bearing back when you need it. Compass Waypoint is built for parking, hiking, camping, travel, and everyday moments when you want simple direction guidance instead of a complex map. Use it as a modern compass for quick heading checks, or save waypoints and paths when you want help returning later. Key features: - Free modern compass with heading, coordinates, altitude, speed, slope, and GPS accuracy. - Save places like parking spots, campsites, hotels, trailheads, and meeting points. - Record a path, then trace it back with distance and direction guidance. - Use AR Mode to see direction cues over your surroundings when navigating to a saved target. - Local-first by design: your waypoints and paths stay on your device by default. - No account, no ads, no social feed, and no map-first interface. Compass is built for outdoor walks, hiking, parking lots, campsites, travel days, and any moment when you want a direct bearing instead of a full map. Start with the free compass. Compass Pro is available for AR Mode and expanded save limits when you need more. Notes: - Compass guidance depends on your iPhone sensors, GPS signal, and location permission. - Path Trace Back provides bearing-and-distance guidance. It is not turn-by-turn road navigation. - Continued use of GPS in the background while recording a path can decrease battery life. Links: - Support: https://glamdring.work/app/compass - Privacy Policy: https://glamdring.work/app/compass/privacy - Terms of Use / EULA: https://glamdring.work/app/compass/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Compass Waypoint at 13.0 against DirectionKit's 18.0. On price and in-app purchases 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. DirectionKit sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Compass Waypoint sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | DirectionKit | Compass Waypoint |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone — better | — |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 49 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | LukyLab | 博文 徐 |
In-app purchases
DirectionKit
- Weekly$0.997 Days
- Monthly$1.991 Month
- Annual$7.991 Year
Compass Waypoint
- Compass Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
- Compass Pro Yearly7 Days trial$8.991 Year





