My Compass XL vs Parallel
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
My Compass XL
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Compass XL is a tool to search bearings (azimuth) using the device built-in magnetic sensors and the device GPS. You can also easy switch from true North and magnetic North. The compass accuracy depends on the performance of your device. If it works perfectly, this means your sensors are perfect, too. If it is inaccurate, please check that you aren't being affected by a magnetic field and the sensors become weakened by age.
Parallel
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Parallel makes it easy to align objects for construction and architectural purposes. Pair two devices and have Parallel indicate when your devices' edges have a parallel or perpendicular relationship. Parallel is especially useful for precision construction of things like gardening squares, tree houses, or anything involving the distant alignment of objects! – Developed by Omar Al-Ejel, Class of 2017
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Parallel at none against My Compass XL's shown. Parallel also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 11.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | My Compass XL | Parallel |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 18 months | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 | 8.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Raffaele Amuso | Omar Al-Ejel |
In-app purchases
My Compass XL
No in-app purchases
Parallel
No in-app purchases
