Written by Muneeb Rana · Last updated 26 October 2026
Quick answer: The analog speedometer in Speedometer PRO draws a classic dial with a needle that sweeps as your GPS speed changes. Many drivers find a needle faster to read for rough speed and trend, because the angle alone tells you where you are. Switch to the digital meter whenever you want the exact number instead.
TL;DR
- Needle dial driven by GPS speed.
- Good for judging trend and rough speed.
- Themes change the dial's look.
- Same accuracy as the digital meter.
- Some dial themes are Premium.
Why needles still work
Before digital displays, every speedometer was a dial. Mechanical ones were driven by a cable from the gearbox turning a magnet, which dragged a needle against a spring; later electronic ones used sensors and a stepper motor. The design stayed because angle is easy to read with peripheral vision: at a familiar speed, the needle points to a familiar spot.
Reading an analog speedometer
Learn where your common speeds sit on the dial, for example 30, 50 and 70. After a few trips you will know the angle without reading the figures. Watch the needle's movement to see whether you are speeding up or slowing down, which a digital figure shows less directly.
Scale and units
The dial scale follows your unit setting. With KM/H, the numbers are larger for the same speed, since 100 km/h is about 62 mph.
Analog speedometer themes
The store screenshots show several dial styles, including a Racing theme marked Premium. Pick one with clear markings and good contrast; decorative dials can be harder to read quickly. See themes.
Analog vs digital
Analog shows change at a glance; digital shows the exact number. Try both.
When to choose digital instead
If you need to hold an exact figure, such as in a 20 mph zone, a digital speedometer is more precise. In HUD mode, simple layouts usually reflect better.
Related: GPS speedometer guide · Digital speedometer: big numbers at a glance · Speedometer themes and styles · Speedometer HUD mode for your windshield · How GPS speedometers work · Speedometer app features · Speedometer error calculator for tyre size changes · GPS speedometer accuracy: how accurate is it?
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 (Google Play listing): play.google.com (accessed 26 October 2026)
- Speedometer PRO・MPH Tracker (App Store listing): apps.apple.com (accessed 26 October 2026)
- Speedometer (Wikipedia): en.wikipedia.org (accessed 26 October 2026)
FAQ
Does Speedometer PRO have an analog dial?
Yes. You can pick an analog dial with a needle, or switch to the digital meter. Both are driven by the same live GPS speed from your phone.
Is the needle slower to respond?
It follows the same GPS updates as the number, roughly once per second. Any animation between updates is cosmetic and does not change the reading.
Can I change the dial design?
Yes, through themes. Some dial styles, such as Racing, are marked Premium in the store screenshots.
Why do some people prefer needles?
Angle is easy to read with peripheral vision, and the movement shows whether you are speeding up or slowing down. That makes a dial quicker for rough speed and trend.
Is the analog dial accurate?
It is exactly as accurate as the GPS reading behind it. The dial style changes the look, not the measurement.