# GNSS Status vs GPS Tools®

The clearest difference is rating: GPS Tools® at 4.6 against GNSS Status's 3.3. GPS Tools® also leads on ratings volume (336 vs 6) and review sentiment (54% vs 38%). GNSS Status's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (9.3 vs 15.1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GPS Tools® sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per 6 months. GNSS Status asks for nothing beyond the download.

GPS Tools® holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GPS Tools® has 336 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of GNSS Status's written reviews are positive against 54% of GPS Tools®'s.

GNSS Status ships an update every 2 months, GPS Tools® every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | GNSS Status | GPS Tools® |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gnss-status/id932189198/reviews) | **[4.6 (336 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-tools-navigate-and-explore/id1290310638/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **336** |
| Positive reviews | 37.5% of reviews | **54.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 61 MB | 124 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.3** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Trimble Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/322561665) | [VirtualMaze](https://appshunter.io/developer/327888757) |

## What reviewers say

### GNSS Status

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gnss-status/id932189198)

This utility allows users to configure specific GNSS receivers and view their status. It collects log files for troubleshooting without collecting personally identifiable information, ensuring user privacy.

**Highlights:** Configure Trimble R1, R2, PG200 receivers, View GNSS status information, Collect log files for troubleshooting, No personally identifying information collected, User-controlled log file sharing

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### GPS Tools®

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-tools-navigate-and-explore/id1290310638)

This comprehensive navigation app offers a suite of GPS-based tools for travelers and outdoor enthusiasts. It provides accurate location finding, speed tracking, compass directions, weather forecasts, and area measurement. The app is battery-optimized and works offline, making it a reliable companion for any journey.

**Highlights:** Accurate GPS location finding, Speedometer and altimeter, Compass directions, Weather forecasts and rain alerts, Area measurement tool, GPS alarm for transit, Offline functionality

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Platinum Premium | $2.49 | per 6 months |
| Weather Pro Premium | $3.99 | per 6 months |
| Background Image - 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Background Image - 8 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Background Image - 14 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Special Ad Removal Offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ad Removal Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Compass Skin - 0 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Special BG Customization Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| BG Customisation Pack | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GNSS Status free?

GNSS Status is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is GPS Tools® free?

GPS Tools® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, GNSS Status or GPS Tools®?

GPS Tools® is rated higher. GNSS Status averages 3.3 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while GPS Tools® averages 4.6 from 336 ratings.

### Do GNSS Status or GPS Tools® have ads?

Neither GNSS Status nor GPS Tools® shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GNSS Status or GPS Tools®?

GNSS Status ships an update every 2 months, and GPS Tools® every 3 weeks. Most recently, GNSS Status was updated on October 21, 2026 and GPS Tools® on October 21, 2026.

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