# DistanceSurvey

> Measure distances using GPS, compass, and manual stepping. (iPhone/iPad app by Lars Hansen.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/distancesurvey/id1142299005 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Lars Hansen](https://appshunter.io/developer/373834594)
- Category: Navigation, Utilities
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 1 MB
- Languages: American English, Swedish
- Released: 2016-09-06
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/distancesurvey/id1142299005/reviews.md

## What is DistanceSurvey?

Use your phone to calculate the distance to an object in sight, where it is not practical to measure in other ways.
For long distances using GPS to determine an appropriate baseline and then triangulate with the built-in compass.
For short distances by stepping an appropriate baseline and then triangulate using the compass.
You can also check your long/lat and address.

## Key features

- Distance measurement using GPS
- Distance measurement using compass
- Manual baseline stepping for short distances
- Triangulation for accurate measurements
- Display GPS coordinates and address

## Chart rankings

- #173 in Top Paid · Navigation (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/distancesurvey/id1142299005/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2024-06-16*

Got it to measure a sprint distance.  Walker a hundred yards approx and says 34ft one time.  17ft down distance back. And 171ft for halfway!  Junk

## Frequently asked questions about DistanceSurvey

### How does DistanceSurvey measure distances?

DistanceSurvey uses your phone's GPS for long distances by establishing a baseline and triangulating with the compass. For shorter distances, you can manually step a baseline and use the compass for triangulation.

### What devices does DistanceSurvey support?

DistanceSurvey is available for iPhone and iPod devices.

### What is the age rating for DistanceSurvey?

DistanceSurvey has an age rating of 4+.

### When was DistanceSurvey last updated?

The latest version of DistanceSurvey was last updated on January 9, 2026.

### What is the price of DistanceSurvey?

DistanceSurvey is a paid app and costs $0.99.

### Does DistanceSurvey have ads?

No, DistanceSurvey does not contain advertisements.

### What are the user reviews for DistanceSurvey?

DistanceSurvey has a rating of 1.0 stars from 1 rating.

### Can DistanceSurvey show my current location?

Yes, DistanceSurvey allows you to check your current longitude/latitude and address.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6 — 2026-01-09

Updated code.

### 1.5 — 2022-11-28

Adapted code for newer iOS. Added more icons. Added more info to privacy regarding use of GPS.

### 1.4 — 2019-11-29

Improved appereance.

### 1.3 — 2019-11-26

Code update. Now also for 6.5" screen.

### 1.2 — 2017-02-28

Improvements.
iOS10, lowest iOS8

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