# Compass GPS (Map, Weather) vs Smart GPS Compass

The clearest difference is rating: Smart GPS Compass at 5.0 against Compass GPS (Map, Weather)'s 3.4. Compass GPS (Map, Weather)'s advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 9 months) and ratings volume (41 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Compass GPS (Map, Weather) sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Smart GPS Compass sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Smart GPS Compass holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Compass GPS (Map, Weather) has 41 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Compass GPS (Map, Weather) ships an update every 2 months, Smart GPS Compass every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Compass GPS (Map, Weather) | Smart GPS Compass |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass-gps-map-weather/id985005113/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-gps-compass/id6755293481/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **41** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 37.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 9 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 40 MB | 41 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tigran Mkhitaryan](https://appshunter.io/developer/602761285) | [Aleksandra Rakitina](https://appshunter.io/developer/1605996212) |

## What reviewers say

### Compass GPS (Map, Weather)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass-gps-map-weather/id985005113)

This app provides essential outdoor navigation tools, including a compass, GPS, and detailed map functionalities. It also offers a flashlight, weather forecasts, and the ability to stamp photos with location data. Optimized for various iPhone models, it's designed for professionals and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

**Highlights:** Compass with true/magnetic North, GPS coordinates and speed tracking, Detailed map with multiple views, Real-time weather data, Photo stamping with location details, Integrated flashlight

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for tracking signals (ham radio)
- 👍 Useful for elevation and GPS coordinates
- 👍 Good design and visuals
- 👍 Functional and useful
- 👍 Works on iPhone

**What reviewers complain about**

-  anúncios Intrusive ads
- 🐛 Compass is inaccurate
- 🐛 Compass is backwards or off
- 🐛 Weather tab malfunctioning
- 🐛 Weather doesn't work

**Reported bugs**

- Weather tab malfunctioning
- Compass is backwards
- Magnetic and true north are in opposite direction
- No speed available
- Barometric pressure value is wrong and uncalibrable

**Requested features**

- Visual compass on map
- Instructions for use
- Dark black and bright green skin
- Zoom in closer on maps for surveying
- Way to put or set locations


### Smart GPS Compass

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-gps-compass/id6755293481)

This app provides a stylish and accurate compass with GPS coordinates and signal accuracy. It offers light and dark themes, a calibration guide, and optional PRO features like custom themes and an ad-free experience through subscriptions.

**Highlights:** Accurate compass with smooth animation, Degree indicator (0°-360°), GPS coordinates (latitude and longitude), Signal accuracy display, Light and dark themes, Calibration guide

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Smart GPS Compass Pro Access | $4.99 | per 7 days |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Compass GPS (Map, Weather) free?

Compass GPS (Map, Weather) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Smart GPS Compass free?

Smart GPS Compass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Compass GPS (Map, Weather) or Smart GPS Compass?

Smart GPS Compass is rated higher. Compass GPS (Map, Weather) averages 3.4 out of 5 from 41 ratings, while Smart GPS Compass averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Compass GPS (Map, Weather) or Smart GPS Compass have ads?

Neither Compass GPS (Map, Weather) nor Smart GPS Compass shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Compass GPS (Map, Weather) or Smart GPS Compass?

Compass GPS (Map, Weather) ships an update every 2 months, and Smart GPS Compass every 9 months. Most recently, Compass GPS (Map, Weather) was updated on November 6, 2026 and Smart GPS Compass on October 30, 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.*