# Speedometer Simple vs Speedometer

The clearest difference is rating: Speedometer Simple at 4.7 against Speedometer's 3.0. Speedometer Simple also leads on ratings volume (128K vs 1) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). Speedometer's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Speedometer Simple holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Speedometer Simple has 128K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 58% of Speedometer Simple's written reviews are positive against 67% of Speedometer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Speedometer Simple ships an update fortnightly, Speedometer every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 3, 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)** | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speedometer-gps-speed-meter/id6451104968/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **128K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 58.3% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#22** | — |
| Size | 77 MB | 41 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [WATT APPS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1673514420) | [SUSAMP INFOTECH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1535920005) |

## What reviewers say

### Speedometer Simple

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

**Currently charting:** #22 Top Free · Navigation, #35 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-gps-speed-meter/id6451104968)

This GPS-powered tool accurately measures your real-time speed and distance traveled in various units. It offers customizable alerts, live location tracking, and a user-friendly HUD for safe monitoring during driving, cycling, or train travel.

**Highlights:** Real-time speed monitoring (km/h, mph, knots), Distance and odometer tracking, Live location updates on map, Customizable speed limit alerts, Head-Up Display (HUD) mode, Trip history and detailed stats, Analog and digital display modes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | 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 3.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Speedometer Simple or Speedometer have ads?

Speedometer Simple shows ads; Speedometer does not.

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

Speedometer Simple ships an update fortnightly, and Speedometer every 5 weeks. Most recently, Speedometer Simple was updated on September 25, 2026 and Speedometer on September 3, 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.*