Written by Muneeb Rana · Store facts checked 26 October 2026 · Speedometer PRO is our app
Quick answer: The best HUD speedometer apps mirror your speed so it reflects correctly on the windscreen at night. Per App Store listings on 26 Oct 2026, Speedometer PRO (ours), Speedometer 55, Speedometer», SpeedBox and both GPS Speedometer apps offer HUD. Choose by brightness, readability and extras like alerts or Apple Watch.
TL;DR
- Six apps list HUD.
- Night use works best.
- Phone flat on dash.
- Check local mounting law.
- Ours is new.
Best hud speedometer apps: shortlist
Checked 2026-10-26. We build Speedometer PRO.
| App | Ratings (US, 26 Oct 2026) | Listed features |
|---|---|---|
| Speedometer PRO (ours) | New (Oct 2026), no ratings yet | HUD, analog/digital, trips, history, map, compass; iOS + Android |
| Speedometer 55 GPS Speed & HUD | ~65k, 4.8 | Speed-limit presets, HUD, altimeter, 20-min black box |
| Speedometer» | ~51k, 4.8 | Large display, HUD, Live Activity, Apple Watch, Pro tier |
| SpeedBox (Speed Box Trip Log) | ~38k, 4.5 | 17 styles, HUD, Watch, speak speed, CSV export |
| GPS Speedometer, Speed Tracker | ~26k, 4.8 | HUD, alerts, 4 units, weather, floating window |
| GPS Speedometer MPH Tracker | ~14k, 4.7 | HUD, Pro limits and camera alerts, PiP |
How to choose
- GPS speed readability at a glance
- HUD mirror for night driving
- Trip distance, average and max
- History you can review
- Units you need (MPH, KM/H, knots)
- Ads and paid tiers
- Platforms (iPhone, Android, Watch)
Picks by need
- HUD + trips, iPhone and Android: Speedometer PRO
- HUD + alerts: Speedometer 55
- HUD + Watch: Speedometer», SpeedBox
HUD tips
Read how to use HUD mode. Daylight washes out reflections; a non-slip mat keeps the phone in place.
HUD night test: a worked example
A head-up display reflects the phone screen in the windscreen, so the digits must be mirrored and bright. Here's how we test each HUD app, parked, before trusting it on the road:
Checked 2026-10-26. We build Speedometer PRO.
| Check | Pass if | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Mirror mode | Digits read correctly in the glass | Unmirrored digits are unreadable in reflection |
| Brightness at 100% | Readable under street lights | Reflections fade fast as ambient light rises |
| Dark background | Only digits glow | A bright background washes over the road view |
| Screen-awake | Stays on for a 30-minute drive | Auto-lock kills the display mid-trip |
| Placement | Phone flat, below sight line | The reflection should sit low, not in front of the road |
Example: at dusk the HUD reflection of a 50 mph reading is clear. By 10am on a sunny day the same reflection is almost invisible, so switch back to the normal dial on a mount. Double-glazed or tinted windscreens often show a faint double image. That's the glass, not the app.
If you used DigiHUD before it left Google Play, see DigiHUD speedometer alternatives.
Our method
We read each App Store listing through Apple's public lookup on 26 Oct 2026 and summarised only what the listing states. We did not pay for upgrades. Ratings are US-store counts, rounded. We make Speedometer PRO; it is new and unrated, and that is stated rather than hidden. Test any app with your phone set up before you drive.
Try it
Install two candidates, compare on the same drive with the phone mounted, and keep one. Get Speedometer PRO
Related: Speedometer app alternatives · Speedometer HUD mode for your windshield · How to use HUD mode · What is a HUD? · Best speedometer apps in 2026 · HUD speedometer guide · Speedometer PRO vs Speedometer Simple
Get Speedometer PRO on Google Play · Download on the App Store · Set it up before you move; never handle your phone while driving.
Sources
- Speedometer PRO・MPH Tracker (App Store listing): apps.apple.com (accessed 26 October 2026)
- Speedometer PRO・MPH Tracker (Google Play listing): play.google.com (accessed 26 October 2026)
- Speedometer Simple (App Store listing): apps.apple.com (accessed 26 October 2026)
- Speedometer 55 GPS Speed & HUD (App Store listing): apps.apple.com (accessed 26 October 2026)
- Speedometer» (App Store listing): apps.apple.com (accessed 26 October 2026)
- Speedometer Speed Box Trip Log (App Store listing): apps.apple.com (accessed 26 October 2026)
- GPS Speedometer, Speed Tracker (App Store listing): apps.apple.com (accessed 26 October 2026)
- GPS Speedometer MPH Tracker (App Store listing): apps.apple.com (accessed 26 October 2026)
Store facts were checked on the date shown and may change. Speedometer PRO is made by Xtra App Studios, the publisher of this site, so weigh our ranking accordingly. GPS speed and distance are estimates from your phone's location fix and can be wrong, especially near tall buildings, under trees, in tunnels or with a weak signal. Your vehicle's speedometer and posted limits always take priority. Do not handle your phone while driving or riding: set the app up before you move, use a secure mount, and let a passenger operate it.
FAQ
What is a HUD speedometer app?
An app that mirrors speed so it reads correctly reflected in glass.
Does HUD work in daytime?
Poorly; it is best at night.
Is it safe?
It reduces glances down, but set up before driving.
Does Speedometer Simple have HUD?
Not according to its listing.
Do I need a HUD film?
Optional; it can sharpen the reflection.