Compass For Maps

★ 4.8
AndroidGoogle Play
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Aug 22, 2026
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Jun 29, 2026

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What it actually doesThe app displays compass direction and current GPS location on a map, but suffers from compass instability and map display issues.

55%Marketing ≈ reality45%Stability82%Live project

Actually does

  • ✓Compass70% of reviews
  • ✓Turn-by-turn nav30% of reviews
  • ✓Offline-first10% of reviews

Claimed, but not confirmed by reviews

  • ⚠Offline maps
  • ⚠Показатель высоты над уровнем моря
  • ⚠Показатель напряженности магнитного поля
  • ⚠Отображение наклона устройства
  • ⚠File sharing
  • ⚠Выбор магнитного или истинного севера
  • ⚠GPS Tracking

Common complaints

  • ✗Forced geolocation, unable to move point on map7% of mentions

    «Forced geolocation and it won't move from the geo point... in aviation/drone danger mode this app is useless»

  • ✗Maps not displaying, white screen10% of mentions

    «Just downloaded, turned it on and the maps don't show anything, just a white screen. Nothing displays on the maps at all except the compass»

  • ✗Compass jitters, unstable readings15% of mentions

    «OK, might come in handy sometime, only the compass jitters on the map, fix it if you can; COMPASS JITTERS LIKE A SPASM»

  • ✗Geolocation required at startup, not optional7% of mentions

    «Testing the app doesn't require providing access to location at all. This should be an option»

  • ✗Maps don't work well offline or require downloading5% of mentions

    «Just downloaded it, turned it on but the maps don't show anything»

What people praise

  • ★App works without internet

    «Works without internet and is very helpful»

  • ★Users are satisfied with the app, recommend it

    «I like everything 👍. I recommend it; great compass, I found what I needed»

  • ★Compass generally works and shows direction

    «Everything works perfectly; works great!!! I recommend it!!!»

  • ★Convenient and intuitive interface

    «everything is clear and convenient; convenient app»

  • ★Map displays well when working, no need to zoom out

    «No map zoom-out with compass»

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