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Land Nav Assistant

Land Nav Assistant

GPS MGRS & LatLng for Military

73 ratings
66 reviews
#2 in paid Navigation
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$2.99

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Released
May 18, 2012
Updated
April 8, 2019

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Developer

Gammon Applications, LLC
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About

Navigate to MGRS or Latitude/Longitude coordinates with visual guidance. This app helps military personnel refine land navigation skills by tracking pace count and directional tendencies. Supports various input formats and map types for precise location planning and execution.

✓MGRS and Lat/Lon coordinate input
✓Visual arrow and map navigation
✓Pace count and veer analysis
✓Course planning and optimization
✓Multiple map types (Satellite, Terrain, Topographic)
✓MGRS grid overlay
✓Export locations to spreadsheet
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What users say about Land Nav Assistant

Reviews of Land Nav Assistant are mostly positive: the Navigation app is rated 4.5/5 from 73 App Store ratings. What users like most: accurate navigation, works offline. Top complaints: crashes frequently, outdated Outdated interface. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 🎯Accurate navigation
  • ✅Works offline
  • 👍Easy to use
  • 💰Good value for money
  • 🛰️Reliable in field
  • 🗺️Useful for land nav
  • ⚡Fast point plotting
  • 🧭Accurate compass
  • 💯Fool proof

Negative things

  • 🐛Crashes frequently
  • outdatedOutdated interface
  • 🔋Screen stays on issue
  • 🗺️Limited map detail
  • 🤔Inconsistent accuracy
  • 💸Unexpected charges
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What's New in Land Nav Assistant

2.2

April 8, 2019

Draw MGRS Grid Overlays anywhere on the map (1000m, 100m) iOS 12 Optimization Screen improvements for iPhone X, XS, and XR

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The app has maintained its position at 2 recently.

Last updated on November 2, 2026.

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📈 115+2

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This app rose +2 positions in Global chart.

Last updated on November 2, 2026.

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Bad product

Terrible app, very outdated and doesn’t work
Eender8014

Reliable

Reliable app that works even with little to no network once downloaded. I wish I could save routes and create new ones.
Llifeisatrip

Watch version of app

Great app. Helped me a lot with confirming my points. I do wish there was a smart watch (Apple Watch/ android watch) adaptation!!! Developers if you can, please 😂
Jjeremy.jcksn

Tehe

Good
GGod14141516

WTH

I get the 1.99 cost for this app,but what was the extra 42.39 for,if you are going to charge this for an app put the full cost up front and not try to rip someone off
BBR606
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

7 issues

Crashes constantly

Bug

Doesn't work in training areas

Bug

Incompatible with new iOS

Bug

Freezes

Bug

Compass off calibration

Bug

Screen keeps going off

Bug

Faulty readings in woods

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Requested Features

16 requests

Apple Watch integration

Feature

Save routes

Feature

Create new routes

Feature

Sort by distance

Feature

Screen stays on option

Feature

Download map overlays

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Save maps to app

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Continuous point collection for accuracy

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Azimuth to next point on compass

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Full screen option

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Show speed

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Show path traveled

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Simplified MGRS entry

Feature

Edit points

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Change pin colors

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Only use location when app is open

Feature

FAQ

What is Land Nav Assistant?

Land Nav Assistant is a mobile application designed to help military personnel navigate to specific MGRS (Military Grid Reference System) or Latitude/Longitude coordinates. It provides visual guidance using an arrow interface and map views, and can help users analyze their land navigation technique.

What types of coordinates can I input?

The app supports a variety of coordinate formats, including 8-digit MGRS, 10-digit MGRS, decimal Latitude/Longitude, and Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) Latitude/Longitude. You can also input locations directly by tapping on the map.

How does the app help with land navigation technique?

It allows you to analyze your pace count and identify tendencies to veer left or right during navigation. This feature is intended to help users correct their land navigation technique.

What map options are available?

The app offers several map views, including Satellite, Terrain, Road, and basic Topographic maps. It also allows you to overlay a 1000m or 100m MGRS grid on the map for enhanced spatial awareness.

Can I save or export my locations?

Yes, you can download your entered locations as a spreadsheet for saving or sharing. The app also provides a web import utility for importing large sets of locations.