# iOrienteering — Events timing on your phone.

> Smartphone-based GPS and QR code event timing and scoring for orienteering. (iPhone/iPad app by Richard Patton.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iorienteering/id662759860 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Richard Patton](https://appshunter.io/developer/871467475)
- Category: Sports, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 40 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-06-25
- Data updated: 2026-08-18
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iorienteering/id662759860/reviews.md

## What is iOrienteering?

iOrienteering combines the convenience of a smartphone with the challenge of orienteering. As well as using QR barcodes to load the course, start, finish and read checkpoints, you can now use your device's GPS to detect your location.

iOrienteering allows both score and point to point (linear) courses. Checkpoints can now be used multiple times, so Phi or Butterfly loops can be created

You can set up private or public course. 

Private if just for you, your friends, a school or club. Public if anyone can take part.

Simple and great fun. It is free to use. Although designed for orienteering it can be used in any situation where you would like to time or score an event, or you simply what to show someone has traveled to a specific location. 

For a fun example, you could use it on a stag night with a barcode at each pub or on a car navigation event to show various points have been visited. 

If you use the app for something unusual then tell us about it as we'd love to hear about it.

## Key features

- GPS location detection
- QR barcode checkpoint scanning
- Score and linear course support
- Reusable checkpoints
- Private and public course setup
- Event timing and scoring

## Recent user reviews (10 of 11)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iorienteering/id662759860/reviews.md

### 5/5 — David

*2025-01-21, version 3.3.2*

Both the app and the online portal for creating routes are easy to use and deliver exactly what I was expect. iOrienteering were quick to respond to any queries. Looking forward to using the app for larger events.

### 4/5 — Good app

*2024-11-18, version 3.3.2*

Its a good concept of getting children but its easy to pick up qr codes and ruin it

### 5/5 — Cycling events

*2024-09-19, version 3.3.2*

Used this app for a couple of cycling events now and it is brilliant! Very quick and responsive to scanning QR codes even it horrible weather. First time I used it the map was brilliant at ticking off the checkpoints I had scanned but this feature seemed to fail in my second event; otherwise brilliant!

### 5/5 — Fantastic!

*2024-09-19, version 3.3.2*

This app worked seamlessly throughout the day. I was able to drop in and out of the app without any issues and the scanner was very quick to pick and and register the QR codes. Fab!

### 5/5 — Perfect app for orienteering

*2023-05-30*

Прекрасно подойдёт для организаций тренировок для ориентирования. Можно подзагружать карту в само приложение. Все удобно. Много языков на выбор

### 2/5 — .

*2023-05-30*

No me gusta el color naranja.

**Developer response:** This is not a review. It just says they do not like the colour orange. If you have a real review then we are happy to respond to you but if you don’t than please remove this comment.

### 5/5 — Fixed review

*2022-10-23*

Stars didn’t originally work

### 5/5 — New Update Rocks

*2022-09-30*

This new update allows me to find my old courses and make new ones. Works with data/wifi or without. Once back in class, students can simply upload results. I never have to worry about gps units/batteries again. Can simply use the device I never have to ask kids to bring to school… their phone. Kids without can simply partner with someone who has one. Student simply download the app and register in order for credit to be given.  Well done!

**Developer response:** Thnak you for the review. Are there any other features you would like adding? Please email your ideas to richard@iorienteering.com

### 1/5 — This app is dry

*2021-11-18, version 2.3.43*

Lowe this app is so bad it is beginning to get painful using this

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2019-02-27, version 1.9.8*

Scanning results in a black screen.

## Frequently asked questions about iOrienteering

### What is iOrienteering?

iOrienteering is a free application that uses your smartphone's GPS and QR code scanning capabilities to facilitate orienteering events. It allows users to set up and participate in timed or scored courses.

### Can iOrienteering be used offline?

The description does not specify offline functionality. While GPS can work offline, QR code scanning and course loading may require an internet connection.

### What types of courses does iOrienteering support?

iOrienteering supports both score courses, where participants aim to collect as many points as possible, and point-to-point (linear) courses. Checkpoints can also be used multiple times to create advanced course designs.

### Is iOrienteering suitable for beginners?

The app is described as 'simple and great fun,' suggesting it is accessible for beginners. It can be used for personal enjoyment, school clubs, or even informal events like stag nights.

### What devices is iOrienteering compatible with?

iOrienteering is available for iPhones, iPads, and iPods. It is rated for ages 4 and up.

### How often is iOrienteering updated?

The latest version of iOrienteering is 3.4.63, last updated on May 28, 2026. This indicates a history of updates, though the frequency is not explicitly stated.

### What is the user feedback on iOrienteering?

iOrienteering has a rating of 2.4 stars from 5 ratings. This suggests that while some users find value in the app, there may be areas for improvement based on user sentiment.

### Does iOrienteering have ads?

No, iOrienteering does not contain advertisements. It is a free application without any in-app purchases or ads.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.4.63 — 2026-05-28

Improvements to map zoom selection and fix to course rules timing issue for QR courses.

### 3.4.61 — 2026-05-26

Support for higher zoom levels in smaller course maps

### 3.4.60 — 2026-05-03

iOrienteering will now allow smaller courses to zoom futher in to the map.

### 3.4.53 — 2025-09-02

Adds ability to use named course points and use dated Orienteering events

### 3.4.52 — 2025-09-01

Adds ability to display named course points and use planned events.

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