Comparison

Compass GPS vs Speedometer

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

Head to head
About

Compass GPS

This navigation app provides detailed location data, including direction, weather, and altitude. It also offers real-time GPS speed measurement and a bubble level for practical geographical understanding.

Highlights
  • Professional compass and positioning
  • Real-time GPS data display
  • GPS speed measurement
  • Bubble level
  • Altitude and weather information
Features
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Compass is a professional compass and positioning tool that utilizes data from networks, GPS, and mobile sensors to determine your location's direction, weather, latitude, longitude, altitude, and other information. It also supports real-time GPS data display, GPS speed measurement, a bubble level, altitude, weather, and other practical features, making it more convenient for you to understand your geographical situation. Our standard subscription options include: A Pro Version subscription, which includes an annual auto-renewing subscription. The subscription will automatically renew, allowing you to enjoy an ad-free experience during this period. It grants unlimited access to all features, unlocks all Pro Version content, and provides early access to functional updates. Upon purchase confirmation and at the beginning of each renewal cycle, the subscription fee will be charged to your iTunes account. Subscriptions that include a free trial will automatically renew as a paid subscription. You can cancel your subscription or free trial at least 24 hours before the end of the free trial period in your iTunes settings. Cancellation will take effect after the last day of the current subscription cycle. Once the cancellation is effective, your subscription benefits will expire. Privacy Policy:https://docs.qq.com/doc/p/33350adfa281e9ec7043f28a1f8613743ea5d6e7 Terms of Use:https://docs.qq.com/doc/p/c628fa908141c200d485c8f4c7c381e6372d800d?nlc=1

About

Speedometer

Features
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A precision GPS speedometer app with a cockpit-inspired dark theme. [Real-Time Speed Display] Displays your current speed in real time using GPS. The extra-large speed readout takes up over half the screen for easy visibility while driving. Supports three units: mph / km/h / knots. Built-in GPS drift filtering ensures stable readings. [HUD Mode] Mirror-flips the speed display so it can be projected onto your windshield. Functions as a head-up display for nighttime driving. High-contrast text on a pure black background for clear visibility. [Speed Alerts] Get notified when you exceed a set speed limit through visual color changes and haptic feedback. Helps you stay safe on the road. [Trip Recording] Automatically records distance traveled / duration / top speed / average speed. Saved as trip history so you can review past drives. [Compass] Shows your heading direction in real time. Automatically switches to magnetic compass when stationary. Displays cardinal direction and degree. [Additional Features] - Odometer (cumulative distance) - Screen lock (prevents accidental taps) - OLED burn-in protection - 8 theme colors - Cockpit-style dark theme

Screenshots

Compass GPS3 screens
Speedometer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Compass GPS at every 10 days against Speedometer's every 4 months. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Compass GPS sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Speedometer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Compass GPS ships an update every 10 days, Speedometer every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Compass GPS versus Speedometer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCompass GPSSpeedometer
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 4 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB74 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer启鹏 田kota tada

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Compass GPS

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly Pro3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Monthly Pro3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Quarterly Pro3 Days trial$3.993 Months
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  • Annual Pro3 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Compass Lifetime Pro$12.99
2 purchases

Speedometer

Subscriptions2
  • Premium (1 month)7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Premium (1 year)14 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Compass GPS free?
Compass GPS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Speedometer free?
Speedometer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Compass GPS or Speedometer have ads?
Both Compass GPS and Speedometer show ads.
Which is updated more often, Compass GPS or Speedometer?
Compass GPS ships an update every 10 days, and Speedometer every 4 months. Most recently, Compass GPS was updated on October 6, 2026 and Speedometer on October 15, 2026.

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