# Speedometer Simple vs S.P.E.E.D

The clearest difference is price: Speedometer Simple at Free against S.P.E.E.D's $0.99. Speedometer Simple also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (128K vs 440). S.P.E.E.D's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Speedometer Simple is free to download; S.P.E.E.D costs $0.99 up front. Speedometer Simple sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. S.P.E.E.D asks for nothing beyond the download.

Speedometer Simple holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Speedometer Simple has 128K ratings behind it against 440, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of Speedometer Simple's written reviews are positive against 54% of S.P.E.E.D's.

Speedometer Simple ships an update fortnightly, S.P.E.E.D every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Speedometer Simple | S.P.E.E.D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $0.99 |
| Rating | **[4.7 (128K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speedometer-simple/id939507215/reviews)** | [4.0 (440 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speed/id949186056/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **128K** | 440 |
| Positive reviews | **58.3% of reviews** | 53.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#21** | — |
| Size | 77 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [WATT APPS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1673514420) | [Kurmudgeon](https://appshunter.io/developer/354937084) |

## What reviewers say

### Speedometer Simple

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

**Currently charting:** #21 Top Free · Navigation, #32 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


### S.P.E.E.D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speed/id949186056)

This application displays your current speed in both miles per hour and kilometers per hour. It automatically detects your location and sets the primary unit of measurement to match the country you are in.

**Highlights:** Displays speed in mph, Displays speed in kmh, Automatic unit detection, Country-specific speed units

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- ✨ No ads
- 💯 Accurate speed readings
- ☀️ Day and night mode
- 🔄 Can be flipped vertically and horizontally

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Does not work for many users
- 📉 Shows 0 mph when moving
- 🤷 Users don't know how to use it
- ❓ Units not easily switchable
- 🚫 App does nothing

**Reported bugs**

- App shows 0 mph when moving
- App does not work at all
- Cannot switch main unit to Km/h
- App does not display speed

**Requested features**

- Add knots and m/s units
- Option to change background/text colors
- Add miles traveled option
- Show the time


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Speedometer Simple free?

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

### Is S.P.E.E.D free?

S.P.E.E.D costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Speedometer Simple or S.P.E.E.D?

Speedometer Simple is rated higher. Speedometer Simple averages 4.7 out of 5 from 128K ratings, while S.P.E.E.D averages 4.0 from 440 ratings.

### Do Speedometer Simple or S.P.E.E.D have ads?

Speedometer Simple shows ads; S.P.E.E.D does not.

### Which is updated more often, Speedometer Simple or S.P.E.E.D?

Speedometer Simple ships an update fortnightly, and S.P.E.E.D every 5 weeks. Most recently, Speedometer Simple was updated on September 25, 2026 and S.P.E.E.D on September 26, 2026.

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