GPS OS Grid Reference

GPS OS Grid Reference

Great Britain and Ireland

17 ratings
98 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 30, 2015
  • May 17, 2026

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This app accurately pinpoints your location on Ordnance Survey maps for Great Britain and Ireland, even without a phone signal. It offers precise grid references, waypoint creation, and navigation features. The display is designed for clarity in all lighting conditions, and it optimizes battery usage.

Offline map location
Accurate grid references
Waypoint creation and management
High-contrast display
Battery optimization
Share waypoints
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What's New in GPS OS Grid Reference

3.0.3

May 17, 2026

Improvements to the interface for iOS 26.

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In-App Purchases

Free

Feature Pack - Compass & sharing features.

Adds magnetic compass and social sharing features

User reviews

Very useful

I don’t use it often, but when I need it, it’s invaluable

Not bad

Not that bad of an app

Good App

Great app, however I’m finding that on the Waypoint finder in the map section when changed to Satellite it’s extremely blurry

An Excellent Tool

We find this perfect for marking up find spots whilst metal detecting!

Os

Excellent

Developer apps

User experience

🐞

Reported Bugs

5 issues

Waypoint finder satellite view is blurry

Bug

Compass is not accurate

Bug

Accuracy has dropped recently

Bug

Location services permanently dimmed off (iOS)

Bug

App does not work for users not in England

Bug

Requested Features

10 requests

Add map data and search functionality

Feature

Improve satellite map clarity

Feature

Add ability to view location on a map

Feature

Enable navigation from point to point

Feature

Add Apple Watch equivalent app

Feature

Display latitude and longitude

Feature

Add a dynamic display for accuracy improvement

Feature

Implement time averaging for accuracy

Feature

Allow copying grid reference to clipboard

Feature

Add facility to store and recall reference information

Feature

FAQ

What does the GPS OS Grid Reference app do?

This app provides a fast and accurate way to determine your precise location on Ordnance Survey maps for Great Britain and Ireland. It works even in areas with no phone signal, making it ideal for remote locations. You can view your position, get grid references, and manage waypoints.

What are the key features of this app?

Key features include offline map functionality, highly accurate OSTN15 transform data for precise grid references (6, 8, and 10 figure), a large high-contrast display for readability, optimized battery usage, the ability to create and manage waypoints, and the option to share waypoints.

Is this app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, but it offers in-app purchases. This suggests that some advanced features or data might require an additional purchase to unlock.

What devices is this app compatible with?

The description mentions features like 'Apple Maps' for directions and sharing with 'other apps or users', implying compatibility with iOS devices. It also highlights its ability to work without a phone signal, suggesting it relies on GPS hardware.

Who would benefit from using this app?

This app is designed for individuals who need precise location data on Ordnance Survey maps, such as hikers, climbers, surveyors, emergency services, and anyone exploring remote areas of Great Britain and Ireland where mobile reception is unreliable.