GPS Speedometer: Speed Tracker

Abstract

GPS Speedometer: Speed Tracker displays live speed from your Android device’s GPS and adds tools for tracking a journey. It suits drivers, cyclists, and other travellers who want a separate speed display, especially when the vehicle’s own dashboard is hard to read or when using a phone for navigation.

What it includes

The app can show speed in several units, including kilometres per hour, miles per hour, metres per second, and knots. An odometer records travelled distance, while compass and weather information provide additional context on the main screen. Because the speed reading uses GPS hardware, the app can remain useful where mobile data is unavailable, although GPS reception is still required.

• HUD mode: mirrors the display for viewing on a windscreen.
• Floating window: keeps speed visible while another navigation app is open.
• Multiple units: supports road, cycling, boating, and other measurement preferences.

Choosing it for regular trips

The large, high-contrast readout is intended for quick glances rather than detailed route planning. HUD and overlay modes are the most useful reasons to choose it over a basic speedometer, particularly if you want speed available alongside maps. It is less suited to users looking for in-depth terrain, elevation, or specialist trip analysis.

Usage notes

Continuous GPS use can consume more battery on longer journeys, so it is worth considering this alongside screen brightness and other active apps. The listing comes from COOL NIKS in Maps & Navigation and has a 4.73/5 rating from 58,761 reviews, with 5,000,000+ installs.