Compass vs GPS Speed
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Compass
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Compass: GPS Altimeter brings the geographic information you need for driving, cycling, hiking and everyday exploration into one clean, focused app. γAbout Productγ Β· Precision compass: See live heading, degrees, coordinates, location status and local weather. A detailed dial and level-calibration cross make orientation easy to read. Β· Live altitude: Check altitude, GPS accuracy, a 24-hour altitude chart, pressure, oxygen ratio and magnetic-field data. Β· GPS speedometer: Follow live speed, distance, duration, average speed and top speed. The reading returns to zero promptly when you stop. Β· Track records: Save walks, rides and drives. Pause, confirm before stopping, review route details, recenter on your location and open the route in Maps. Β· Geo Camera: Photos and videos automatically retain coordinates and time, plus unlocked altitude and pressure data. Use front or rear cameras, zoom, tap to focus, browse, delete and save to Photos. Β· Pro membership: Unlock precise altitude, pressure, oxygen and magnetic data, plus an ad-free and unlimited experience. γAuto-Subscription Termsγ Β· Payment: iTunes account charged at end of free trial after purchase confirmation Β· Auto-Renewal: Charged within 24 hours before subscription ends, period extends automatically Β· Cancel: Manage/cancel auto-renewal in iPhone Settings β iTunes Store & App Store β Apple ID β Subscriptions γRelated Agreementsγ Β· Terms of Service: http://app.fuchun.vip/babydiary/UserAgreement.html Β· Privacy Policy: http://app.fuchun.vip/babydiary/PrivacyPolicy.html Β· By using this app, you agree to the above terms. Location, altitude, speed and heading readings can be affected by device hardware, satellite signal, surrounding conditions and system services. They are for everyday reference only and must not be the sole basis for surveying, rescue or safety decisions.
GPS Speed
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GPS Speed is a clean, focused real-time speedometer. FEATURES β’ Live GPS speed in km/h or mph β’ Walk, bike, car, high-speed rail, and plane ranges β’ Fluid speed and gauge animation β’ Top speed, average speed, distance, and elapsed time β’ Optional current-location and trip-route map, off by default β’ Automatic, light, and dark appearance β’ Nine interface languages Location is used only while tracking in the foreground. No account, ads, or developer-operated location server. Use outdoors for the best signal. Never operate your phone while driving. GPS readings are informational and are not a certified instrument for aviation, rail, or safety-critical operation.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GPS Speed at none against Compass's 4. GPS Speed also leads on update cadence (daily vs fortnightly) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Compass sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. GPS Speed asks for nothing beyond the download.
Compass ships an update fortnightly, GPS Speed daily. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.
| Parameter | Compass | GPS Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Daily β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No β better |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch β better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ε¬ ζ¨ | WAWE LLC |
In-app purchases
Compass
- ζειε¨δΌε7 Days trial$6.997 Days
- ζειθΏη»ε ζδΌε$9.991 Month
- ζειθΏη»ε εΉ΄δΌε3 Days trial$14.991 Year
- ζειη»θΊ«δΌε$29.99
GPS Speed
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Compass free?
Is GPS Speed free?
Do Compass or GPS Speed have ads?
Which is updated more often, Compass or GPS Speed?
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