Smart GPS Compass vs Compass & Location Tracker
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Smart GPS Compass
This app provides a stylish and accurate compass with GPS coordinates and signal accuracy. It offers light and dark themes, a calibration guide, and optional PRO features like custom themes and an ad-free experience through subscriptions.
- Accurate compass with smooth animation
- Degree indicator (0°-360°)
- GPS coordinates (latitude and longitude)
- Signal accuracy display
- Light and dark themes
- Calibration guide
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Smart Compass: GPS & Direction is a simple, stylish, and highly accurate compass app designed for everyday use. Whether you are hiking, traveling, or just need quick orientation, this app provides all the essential tools in a clean and modern interface. Free Features Accurate compass – shows cardinal directions (N, E, S, W) with smooth arrow animation. Degree indicator – precise angle display from 0° to 360°. GPS coordinates – instantly view your current latitude and longitude. Signal accuracy – see how precise your GPS reading is in meters or feet. Light & dark themes – follow system mode or switch manually. Calibration guide – simple tips to ensure maximum compass accuracy. PRO Features Upgrade to Smart Compass PRO and unlock: Ad-free experience – no distractions, just focus on navigation. Custom themes – personalize your compass with neon, gold, and other premium styles. Premium support & updates – get early access to new features. Subscription Plans $3.99 / week $19.99 / year (best value) Subscriptions are managed securely via App Store, with free trial options available. Perfect for Hikers and outdoor adventurers. Travelers who need a quick orientation tool. Everyday users who want a clean and reliable compass. Unlike old-fashioned compasses, Smart Compass: GPS & Direction combines modern design, smooth animations, and essential GPS data in one powerful app. https://goodwavelab.com/apps/smartgps/privacy https://goodwavelab.com/apps/smartgps/termofuse https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/Subscriptions are handled securely via App Store with free trial options.
Compass & Location Tracker
Navigate the outdoors with precision using a digital compass, GPS tracker, and sun/shadow tool. Get accurate direction, location coordinates, and plan activities based on sunrise and sunset times. Features include a level tool, location finder, and customizable themes.
- Precision digital compass
- Real-time GPS location tracking
- Sunrise, sunset, and golden hour tracking
- Level and tilt tool
- Location finder with coordinates
- Heading history
- Customizable themes and dark mode
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Compass & Location Tracker—GPS Navigation & Sun Tracker Navigate the outdoors with the most accurate Compass & Location Tracker! Compass App delivers precision readings with True North calibration, level & tilt support, and advanced GPS location tracking, including GPS coordinates, longitude, latitude, speed, and altitude. Our compass app masters your outdoor plans with the Sun & Shadow tool! Easily track sunrise, sunset, golden hour, solar noon, and afternoon light for perfect photography, travel adventures, or outdoor exploration. Main Features of Compass & Location Tracker Precision Compass: Use the compass to find any direction accurately. Navigate while hiking, sailing, or traveling with confidence. Our Digital Compass ensures professional-level accuracy, and the Smart Compass adapts to your environment for reliable results. GPS & Location Tracker: Track your GPS location in real time with the location tracker. Smart Compass displays precise GPS coordinates, including latitude, longitude, speed, altitude, and true north. Measure elevation and altitude, and track locations accurately with the Location Tracker. Ideal for trekking, hiking, and adventure travel. Sun & Shadow Tracker: Plan your outdoor activities with the Sun & Shadow tool. Track sunrise, sunset, golden hour, solar noon, and afternoon light for photography, travel, or adventure planning. Level & Tilt Tool: Check angles and balance with the level tool for precise measurements. Perfect for outdoor projects or professional navigation. Location Finder: Quickly find your exact location anywhere. Use the Coordinates Locator and Location Finder to pinpoint positions accurately. Heading History: Save and review your compass readings. Access past readings anytime for reference and navigation. Themes & Dark Mode: Customize your Compass App interface with light, dark, and stylish themes for professional or casual use. Whether you need a compass for navigation, a GPS location tracker for outdoor adventures, or a location finder for accurate coordinates, Compass & Location Tracker delivers all-in-one navigation, tracking, and altitude tools. How to Use Open the Compass app for accurate direction and True North. Use tilt & level for precise compass readings. Check GPS location: longitude, latitude, speed, and altitude. Track sunrise, sunset, solar noon, and golden hour. Saved History: Review your past compass readings anytime. Compass Themes: Choose and customize different compass dials. Dark/Light Mode: Switch between dark and light modes for comfort. Download Compass & Location Tracker now and master navigation with the most reliable digital compass and GPS location tools! By using this app you agree to: Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/appholic/compass/privacy-policy Terms of use: https://sites.google.com/view/appholic/compass/terms-of-use
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Smart GPS Compass at 5.0 against Compass & Location Tracker's 4.1. Smart GPS Compass also leads on ads (none vs shown). Compass & Location Tracker's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 9 months) and ratings volume (12 vs 2). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Smart GPS Compass sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Compass & Location Tracker sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $14.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Smart GPS Compass holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Compass & Location Tracker has 12 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Smart GPS Compass ships an update every 9 months, Compass & Location Tracker every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Smart GPS Compass | Compass & Location Tracker |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | 4.1 (12 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 12 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 41 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Aleksandra Rakitina | AppHolic |
Customer experience
Smart GPS Compass
Compass & Location Tracker
In-app purchases
Smart GPS Compass
- Smart GPS Compass Pro Access3 Days trial$4.997 Days
Compass & Location Tracker
- Compass Premium Experience3 Days trial$14.997 Days
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