Comparison

Max Altitude vs Geoid Altimeter

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

Head to head
About

Max Altitude

This utility app provides precise elevation tracking by combining GPS and barometric sensor data. It offers real-time altitude readings in a user-friendly interface for outdoor activities or general curiosity.

Highlights
  • Precise elevation tracking
  • GPS and barometric sensor fusion
  • Real-time altitude data
  • Beautiful user interface
  • Compass functionality
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Track your elevation with precision using Max Altitude. Max Altitude fuses data from your device's GPS and barometric sensor to provide the most accurate altitude readings possible. Whether you're hiking, climbing, or just curious about your elevation, Max Altitude delivers clear, real-time data in a beautiful interface.

About

Geoid Altimeter

Features
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Geoid Altimeter is an elevation tracking tool built for field professionals. It applies high-precision geoid models to your smartphone's GPS ellipsoidal height to display a practical "orthometric height" (elevation above mean sea level). Try all features completely free for the first 30 days. Experience the convenience directly on your smartphone. [ Key Features ] - Orthometric Height (H = h − N): Converts the raw GPS ellipsoidal height using national or global geoid models. - High-Resolution Elevation (DEM): Reads terrain elevation for your current location or any pinned point — no need to physically stand there. - Pin & Address Search: Drop a pin or search an address to check the elevation anywhere on the map. - Favorites & CSV Export: Save sites with custom names and export all values (h, N, H, DEM) as CSV. - Model Comparison: View your local model alongside the global EGM96 reference. - One-Tap Copy, Screenshot Share, Transparent Satellite/OSM Overlay, and Compass. [ Supported High-Precision Regions ] Geoid models (orthometric height correction): Japan (Geoid 2024 / GSI), United States (GEOID18 / NOAA-NGS), Canada (CGG2013a / NRCan), New Zealand (NZGeoid2016 / LINZ), Switzerland (CHGeo2004 / swisstopo). High-resolution elevation (DEM): Japan (GSI, 5 m laser mesh), United States (USGS 3DEP), Switzerland (swisstopo), France (IGN RGE ALTI, 1 m). For every other country and region, the app provides seamless worldwide coverage using the global EGM96 geoid and global terrain-elevation data. [ New in 1.4.0 ] - Works beyond coverage: pre-load the national geoid model around you, and elevations stay on that model when the network goes. - Always says which model answered — the national service live, a value saved nearby, or the global EGM96 standing in. - Stand-still averaging: hold still and get a mean with its spread, instead of a single fix that scatters by metres. - Antenna height: set the pole length or how high you hold the phone, and it is subtracted from every GNSS height. - Height difference and grade (% and 1:n) between two saved points, a one-page PDF elevation record, and NGVD29 readings for US drawings levelled before NAVD88. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Max Altitude3 screens
Geoid Altimeter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Max Altitude at none against Geoid Altimeter's 4. Geoid Altimeter's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.2). On price, ads 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. Geoid Altimeter sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Max Altitude asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Max Altitude versus Geoid Altimeter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMax AltitudeGeoid Altimeter
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.215.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB65 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVincent PalmaQAEE CONPUUTENG

In-app purchases

None

Max Altitude

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Geoid Altimeter

Subscriptions4
  • PRO Monthly1 Month trial$14.991 Month
  • month$15.001 Month
  • PRO Yearly1 Month trial$150.001 Year
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  • year$150.001 Year

Questions

Is Max Altitude free?
Max Altitude is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Geoid Altimeter free?
Geoid Altimeter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Max Altitude or Geoid Altimeter have ads?
Neither Max Altitude nor Geoid Altimeter shows ads.

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