# GPS Status

> iPhone/iPad GPS diagnostic tool showing real-time data and fix accuracy. (iPhone/iPad app by PocketGPSWorld.com Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-status/id378085995 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [PocketGPSWorld.com Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/336238846)
- Category: Navigation, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.10/5 from 36 App Store ratings · 105 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 3.0 · 0 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-06-24
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-status/id378085995/reviews.md

## What is GPS Status?

This is a very basic diagnostic tool to allow you to have a look and see what information the GPS on your iPhone/iPad is reporting.

With our CamerAlert application we received a lot of bad reviews from users who didnt fully understand how GPS works, and that it is almost impossible to get an accurate location when indoors or traveling at 125MPH in a train.  The GPS needs time to work out where it is.

This is where GPS Status comes in handy.  You do not just get a good/bad GPS Fix indicator, you get a full readout of all the GPS data including speed and co-ordinates.  If you have a GPS connection you will also get an approximation of your current address.  

Note that I have determined the following GPS Fix settings:
 - Excellent Fix = less than 10M accuracy
 - Good Fix = between 10 and 50M accuracy
 - Poor Fix = between 50 and 500M accuracy
 - Bad Fix = more than 50M accuracy
 - No Fix = nothing being reported.

Most GPS issues can be resolved by getting a good GPS Fix before you start moving.  This can be achieved best by having a clear view of the sky.

Remenber when the GPS fails you drop back to WiFi or Cell positioning which will be wildly inaccurate.  This is not a fault of the GPS applications, but the signal that your iPhone is receiving.

Also you need to bear in mind that some applications may work perfectly well with a bad fix if all they need to do is find your general location to determine what is around you.

## Key features

- Detailed GPS data readout
- Speed and coordinates display
- GPS Fix indicator (Excellent, Good, Poor, Bad, No Fix)
- Approximate current address
- Accuracy range definitions

## What do users think of GPS Status?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🎯 Does what it promises
- 🔍 Good for GPS diagnostics
- ✅ Reliable and effective
- 🆓 Free to use
- 📍 Accurate location
- 💡 Clear and precise information
- 🚀 Fast performance
- 👍 Handy diagnostic tool

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- ⚠️ Not updated for newer iOS
- 🗑️ Worthless and useless
- 📉 Poor use on updated iOS
- 🔋 Battery killer
- 🚫 Does not work
- ❌ Incompatible with newer iPhones
- 🐌 Outdated, no updates for years
-  advertisement banner
- 🤔 Questionable data trust
- 🌐 Requires internet for GPS data
- 📱 Ads on screen
- 🪲 Buggy app
- ❌ Obsolete and unsupported

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes on load
- Immediate crash on iPhone 4
- App shuts down right away
- Crashes every time after a few seconds
- Stürzt ständig ab
- Application crashes immediately
- Quits often
- Crashes since 4.3.3
- App crashes after a few seconds
- Crashes all the time
- App shuts down
- Doesn't open, black screen
- Time display bug
- Home and Info buttons sensitivity
- Spelling mistake on 'Excellent Fix'
- Time from iPhone's clock, not GPS
- Does not work with iPhone 6
- Needs to be updated to work with iOS 11
- Not compatible with iOS 11
- Don't update to the latest iOS
- Needs an upgrade to fix Boris Bikes ad
- Warning message from iOS 10
- Needs an upgrade to fix Boris Bikes ad

**Most requested features**

- Update for iOS 11
- Show number of satellites
- Take advantage of screen size
- Show altitude
- Ad-free version
- Change degrees to decimals
- Add elevation display
- Show individual satellite reception
- Add a dismiss button for ads
- Improve graphics of the icon
- Make it compatible with iPod Touch 4th gen
- Add support for iOS 4.1
- Improve clarity of English description
- Add a screen about current satellite conditions

## Recent user reviews (10 of 105)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-status/id378085995/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Update

*2017-12-14*

Needs to be updated to work with iOS 11.  Can’t access without the update.

### 1/5 — Not compatible with iOS 11.

*2017-11-11*

This app works very well until iOS 11 came out. The person who made this app. needs to update it to be compatible with iOS 11. Until then, only one star.

### 1/5 — Poor Use

*2017-10-09*

If you have an iPhone, don’t up date to the latest otherwise you won’t be able to use this app. I have found this out. Like with some other apps as well......

### 5/5 — Gets the job done

*2017-07-03*

Works fine on my iPhone SE. Gets the job done. Unsure why others are complaining about the app not being updated.

### 1/5 — Worthless

*2017-01-28*

Absolutely worthless app. Doesn't work!

### 4/5 — A little extra

*2017-01-06*

I really like the simplicity of the app, but what I was really hoping to find was some gps info such as number satellites locked on to and strength from each. I can't find another app yet that does this but this is the nearest.

### 4/5 — Just what I wanted but.....

*2016-12-23*

Should have known pocketgpsworld (Great website) would have this in the store would like to see an update for iPhone 6/7 to take advantage of the screen size, also show the number of sats that we are picking up, no updates for 5 years it's due one we using iOS 10 not iOS4.... but worst of all it's still advertising Boris Bikes worth an upgrade just to fix this!!!
Edit: Dec 2016
Warning message from iOS 10 when starting up seriously needs updating, battery killer!!
Good app for basic info thanks

### 1/5 — Rubbish

*2016-09-20, version 1.2*

Please give me the reason why you want to get my location when I'm not using the app

### 5/5 — Excellent diagnostic tool

*2016-09-17*

Does what it says on the can! With good clear help & tutorial text. Removes the Appe induced mystery and shows you the real GPS facts.

A refreshingly easy to use App. Well done!

### 1/5 — ..

*2016-04-21, version 1.2*

useless

## Frequently asked questions about GPS Status

### What does the GPS Status app do?

This app functions as a diagnostic tool for your iPhone or iPad's GPS. It provides a detailed readout of all the GPS data your device is reporting, including your current speed, coordinates, and an approximation of your address when a signal is available. It also offers a clear indicator of your GPS fix quality.

### How accurate is the GPS fix reported by the app?

The app defines GPS fix accuracy as follows: Excellent Fix is less than 10M accuracy, Good Fix is between 10 and 50M accuracy, Poor Fix is between 50 and 500M accuracy, and Bad Fix is more than 50M accuracy. 'No Fix' means no GPS data is being reported.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the application is free to use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating it is a completely free utility.

### What are the common use cases for this app?

This app is useful for understanding why your GPS might not be working as expected, especially in challenging environments like indoors or while traveling at high speeds. It helps users troubleshoot GPS issues by providing clear data and fix status, encouraging users to get a good fix before starting their journey.

### What devices is this app compatible with?

The app is designed for use on iPhones and iPads. It leverages the built-in GPS capabilities of these Apple devices to provide its diagnostic information.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2011-06-05

Fixed an issue with determining your address introduced with iOS 4.3.3 Now if reverse address recognition fails the app does not crash, but will not show your address.

Other minor safety checks in the code to prevent crashes.

### 1.1 — 2010-07-24

This version of the application has been tested and verified for iOS4 and iPhone 4.  In particular the graphics have been updated to provide retina resolution for the iPhone 4 HD screen.

Added an information screen to help you understand the iPhone GPS and why you may not get a location reported that you are expecting.

Added a map display.  Originally it was intended that Google Maps should be used as it is already on the iPhone, but we have had a number of requests for it so here it is.

### 1 — 2010-06-23

No release notes.

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