BaroCompass: Altimeter Compass
Barometer, Elevation & Hiking
About
This app provides a precise compass and altimeter with a clear instrument dial. It shows direction, altitude, and atmospheric pressure, working fully offline. It's designed for outdoor activities like hiking and camping.
What's New in BaroCompass
1.1
September 29, 2026
• Redesigned dial: three tick levels, upright labels, and the arc from north to your heading lights up • New sea-level pressure, calculated from your altitude so you can compare it with weather forecasts • True/magnetic north and heading accuracy at a glance, with a calibration hint when interference is detected • The compass now keeps working without location access, using magnetic north • Fixes: relative change no longer resets when you open Control Centre; heading no longer shows 360°
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FAQ
What is BaroCompass?
BaroCompass is a navigation app that offers a precise compass, altimeter, and barometer. It displays direction, altitude, and atmospheric pressure on a clear instrument dial and works fully offline.
Does BaroCompass work offline?
Yes, BaroCompass works fully offline and does not require a network connection. This makes it reliable for use in remote areas without cell service.
What devices support BaroCompass?
BaroCompass is supported on iPhone devices. Specific features like barometric altitude require iPhone 6 or later, system-calibrated absolute altitude requires iPhone 12 or later, and true-north heading/GPS altitude require location access.
How accurate is the altitude reading in BaroCompass?
BaroCompass provides dual-source altitude, using both barometric and GPS readings. It also shows live GPS vertical accuracy in meters.
What is the price of BaroCompass?
BaroCompass is a paid app, priced at $1.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscriptions mentioned.
Does BaroCompass have ads?
No, BaroCompass is ad-free. The app explicitly states that it has no ads and no third-party tracking.
How often is BaroCompass updated?
The latest version of BaroCompass is 1.1, which was last updated on September 29, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing support.
What is the age rating for BaroCompass?
BaroCompass has an age rating of 4+. This means it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content restrictions.