Compass GPS vs Speedometer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Professional compass and positioning
- Real-time GPS data display
- GPS speed measurement
- Bubble level
- Altitude and weather information
Read full descriptionHide full description
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
Speedometer
Read full descriptionHide full description
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
Verdict
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
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.
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.
| Parameter | Compass GPS | Speedometer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 74 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 启鹏 田 | kota tada |
In-app purchases
Compass GPS
- Weekly Pro3 Days trial$0.997 Days
- Monthly Pro3 Days trial$1.991 Month
- Quarterly Pro3 Days trial$3.993 Months
Show 1 moreShow fewer
- Annual Pro3 Days trial$9.991 Year
- Compass Lifetime Pro$12.99
Speedometer
- Premium (1 month)7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Premium (1 year)14 Days trial$49.991 Year
Questions
Is Compass GPS free?
Is Speedometer free?
Do Compass GPS or Speedometer have ads?
Which is updated more often, Compass GPS or Speedometer?
Other comparisons















