# Speedometer Simple vs Speedometer ×

The clearest difference is update cadence: Speedometer Simple at fortnightly against Speedometer ×'s every 5 months. Speedometer Simple also leads on ratings volume (128K vs 818) and chart position (#24 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Speedometer Simple sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Speedometer × sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Speedometer Simple against 4.6 for Speedometer ×. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Speedometer Simple has 128K ratings behind it against 818, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 58% of Speedometer Simple's written reviews are positive against 52% of Speedometer ×'s.

Speedometer Simple ships an update fortnightly, Speedometer × every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Speedometer Simple | Speedometer × |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (128K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speedometer-simple/id939507215/reviews)** | [4.6 (818 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speedometer/id1445284873/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **128K** | 818 |
| Positive reviews | **58.3% of reviews** | 51.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#24** | — |
| Size | 77 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [WATT APPS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1673514420) | [DOUBLE U s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/331787042) |

## What reviewers say

### Speedometer Simple

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speedometer-simple/id939507215)

**Currently charting:** #24 Top Free · Navigation, #28 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

This app uses your phone's GPS to display your current speed accurately. It supports multiple units, shows traveled distance, and offers optional city names and a compass. You can also record trip statistics like maximum speed and distance.

**Highlights:** Accurate GPS speed tracking, MPH, KM/H, and knots support, Displays traveled distance, Optional city name and compass, Records trip statistics, Customizable interface colors

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Speedometer Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Speedometer Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Speedometer Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Speedometer Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Accurate speedometer
- 🚀 Helpful for vehicles without built-in speedometers
- 💡 Useful for tracking mileage and maintenance
- 👍 Clean and simple interface
- 👍 Customizable color schemes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional GPS signal issues
- 🐛 Inconsistent data synchronization
- 🐛 Inaccurate location/city information
- 🔋 Drains battery when running in the background
- 🔒 Concerns about privacy and data usage

**Reported bugs**

- Speed not displayed when screen is locked or app is in background
- Occasional crashes and freezes
- Inaccurate speed readings at times

**Requested features**

- Add full-screen map option
- Implement a 'pause' feature for recordings
- Allow customization of fonts and colors
- Integrate speed camera and red light detection
- Provide a widget and Apple Watch companion


### Speedometer ×

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speedometer/id1445284873)

Transform your device into a customizable trip computer. Track up to 8 live metrics like speed, distance, and travel time, arranged to your preference. Supports multiple display styles and units for various activities.

**Highlights:** Customizable trip computer, Up to 8 live metrics, Multiple display styles, Adjustable speed units, Adjustable distance units, Track average, current, and top speed

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $4.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $7.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $11.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Speedometer Simple free?

Speedometer Simple is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Speedometer × free?

Speedometer × is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Speedometer Simple or Speedometer ×?

Speedometer Simple is rated higher. Speedometer Simple averages 4.7 out of 5 from 128K ratings, while Speedometer × averages 4.6 from 818 ratings.

### Do Speedometer Simple or Speedometer × have ads?

Both Speedometer Simple and Speedometer × show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Speedometer Simple or Speedometer ×?

Speedometer Simple ships an update fortnightly, and Speedometer × every 5 months. Most recently, Speedometer Simple was updated on September 24, 2026 and Speedometer × on September 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*