# GPS Averaging — Precise GPS coordinates

> Averages multiple GPS readings for enhanced coordinate accuracy. (iPhone/iPad app by Michael Andreas May.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-averaging/id841885774 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Michael Andreas May](https://appshunter.io/developer/1866424684)
- Category: Navigation, Utilities
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 3.10/5 from 15 App Store ratings · 24 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 10 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany)
- Released: 2014-03-27
- Data updated: 2026-09-04
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-averaging/id841885774/reviews.md

## What is GPS Averaging?

With GPS Averaging you can get precise GPS coordinates. From many measurements an average value is formed, which is much more accurate than a single snapshot.

The current position is read out every second and a averaged value is calculated. Short jumps of the position can be automatically filtered out. It is also possible to record a plurality of time-offset measurement series to form one coordinate with a increased accuracy.

The ideal tool for the exact determination of coordinates for activities like geocaching.

## Key features

- Averages multiple GPS measurements
- Filters out short position jumps
- Records time-offset measurement series
- Increases coordinate accuracy
- Ideal for geocaching

## Recent user reviews (10 of 24)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-averaging/id841885774/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Altitude is in MILES

*2025-09-26*

The altitude is in miles. Not feet, not meters. MILES. Unbelievable. The whole reason I need to average gps coordinates is because I need (more) accurate altitude than a typical unaveraged 3D fix…

I just do not understand what the author was thinking here.

### 3/5 — Pretty good, but performance is mixed

*2025-02-09*

When measuring for more than three or four minutes, the apps becomes unresponsive. It seems the measurements continue at least, as a manual close and restart cycle keeps the session saved. 

Still, having to forcefully restart the app every time gets old fast

### 5/5 — Great app

*2024-07-15*

I use this app for getting extremely precise coordinates when hiding geocaches and I always get good feedback about my coordinates. The app is also easy to use, detailed, and provides coordinates in DDM format, the standard for Geocaching. The only thing I wish would change is the way the existing coordinates are sorted. Currently, the newest coordinates are stored at the very bottom of the list, but when you have over 50 different coordinates stored it becomes a little annoying to scroll down to the bottom every time.

### 4/5 — Works well.

*2023-10-20*

App does what it is designed to do very well.
I get nice accurate coordinate readings thanks to this app. 
It could use 1 major quality of life improvement. 
Recorded waypoints should be listed newest first. Right now I have to scroll past my entire waypoint history to see the most recent readings.

### 2/5 — Won’t let me refund

*2023-01-07*

Not worked as expected

### 1/5 — Cannot delete points

*2022-05-03*

No easy way to delete points.  Even points with same name are kept.

### 5/5 — Works exactly as I expected and does it well

*2021-07-31*

This is exactly what I was looking for an actually very surprised I found an app like this.I needed to get a better coordinate on a stationary position over time. My RTK position verified that it was a pretty good position in the end… and yes the average is likely going to be a certain distance from your position depending on your GPS accuracy. That would not be any fault of the app but just on the very nature of GPS.
Works well and then it definitely did not crash on me after five minutes of logging.
Thank you for the app

### 5/5 — Easy and effective

*2020-11-08, version 2.2*

Helps me to get accurate coordinates for hiding geocaches or for getting accurate updated coordinates for others. 
Nice feature set. Easy to use. Allows naming readings. Saving them. Series averaging. 
Worth the money. No complaints.

### 5/5 — My go to app for hides

*2020-04-19*

I love this app! I’ve used it to hide over 200 caches. I start the averaging and lay the phone on the ground or host of my new hiding spot. I like to get 30-50 averages which happens quickly. When I press stop it prompts for a name. I add the name of the new cache and then touch the share icon and email it to myself. When I get home I copy and paste the coords into the website to list the hide and it’s super fast! Must have app.

### 5/5 — Averaging

*2020-04-18*

The Averaging works just fine.   as a retired engineer like the unrounded numbers.   Using the unrounded numbers to “LOOK CLOSE” to see what the iPad 7 is doing.  The iPad GPS receiver is as good as expected.  Thanks for the good work.

## Frequently asked questions about GPS Averaging

### How does GPS Averaging improve accuracy?

GPS Averaging takes multiple GPS readings over time and calculates an average value. This process filters out temporary jumps in position, resulting in a much more accurate final coordinate than a single reading.

### What is the price of GPS Averaging?

GPS Averaging is a paid application, costing $0.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to its features for precise GPS coordinate determination.

### Does GPS Averaging have ads?

No, GPS Averaging is ad-free. You can use the application without any interruptions from advertisements.

### What devices is GPS Averaging compatible with?

GPS Averaging is designed for Apple devices, including iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It requires iOS to function.

### How often is GPS Averaging updated?

The latest version, 2.2, was released on September 15, 2019. While not frequently updated, the core functionality for averaging GPS data remains stable.

### What is the age rating for GPS Averaging?

GPS Averaging has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content.

### Can GPS Averaging be used offline?

The application requires a GPS signal to take measurements, but the averaging and filtering processes can be performed without an active internet connection once readings are captured.

### What is the user sentiment for GPS Averaging?

Based on 14 ratings, GPS Averaging has an average rating of 3.3 stars. This suggests a mixed reception, with some users finding it effective and others experiencing limitations.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.2 — 2019-09-15

This version makes GPS Averaging ready for the upcoming iOS version. I also increased the number of decimal places for the decimal format.

### 2.1 — 2017-11-03

- Supports iPhone X.
- While averaging a waypoint the standby is disabled.

### 2.0 — 2017-07-28

GPS Averaging has received a fundamental revision. In addition to a new and fresh UI, many suggestions by users have been implemented. An update of your rating or writing a new recession would make me very happy!

- Offline Maps: If you have downloaded offline maps in Looking4Cache Pro or mAPP, you can now use them in GPS Averaging too.

- Coordinate formats: You can select between different coordinate formats. These are decimal, DMM, DMS, UTM and Swiss Grid.

- Export: GPX files can be transferred to other apps. Single coordinates can be copied to the clipboard.

- Help: A help within the app explains the averaging coordinates.

### 1.0 — 2014-03-25

No release notes.

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## More apps by Michael Andreas May

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All apps by Michael Andreas May: https://appshunter.io/developer/1866424684

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