Background Location Access
Track your current elevation and altitude with GPS accuracy on visually appealing landscape backgrounds. Utilize the built-in barometer to monitor pressure-based altitude changes and a compass for orientation. Share your journey with customizable screenshots.
Reviews of Altitude & Elevation are mostly positive: the Navigation app is rated 4.6/5 from 43K App Store ratings. What users like most: simple and easy to use, accurate altitude readings. Top complaints: inconsistent altitude readings, compass functionality issues. Summarized from real user reviews.
6.23.3
October 16, 2026
Minor update.
All themes, trip recording, trend graphs, and no ads
3 issues
Altitude reading fluctuates even when stationary
Compass direction not accurate
4 requests
Option to lock screen and keep display on
Ability to save and share location data
This app allows you to view your current altitude or elevation using GPS accuracy. It also features a barometer to track altitude changes based on atmospheric pressure and a compass for orientation. You can also share screenshots of your elevation overlaid on beautiful backgrounds.
Key features include highest GPS accuracy for your device, ground elevation from topographical map values, the ability to view altitude in feet or meters, a built-in flashlight, and a real-time compass. It also offers sharing capabilities with customizable backgrounds.
The app is free to download and use with its core features. However, it offers 'Backgrounds' as in-app purchases, allowing you to customize the visual backgrounds for your altitude screenshots.
The app is designed for mobile devices and utilizes the GPS and barometer sensors available on your device for accurate readings. Specific compatibility details would typically be found on the app store page.
This app is great for hikers, climbers, and anyone involved in outdoor activities who wants to monitor their elevation. It can also be useful for individuals with altitude sensitivities to help them avoid high altitudes, though it should not be used for medical decisions.
