# Maidenhead Converter

> Converts latitude/longitude to Maidenhead Grid Locator System coordinates and vice versa. (iPhone/iPad app by Donald Hays.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maidenhead-converter/id313870236 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Donald Hays](https://appshunter.io/developer/313870239)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 29 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 15 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-05-02
- Data updated: 2026-08-06
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maidenhead-converter/id313870236/reviews.md

## What is Maidenhead Converter?

Maidenhead Converter is a simple tool that translates between latitude and longitude coordinates and Maidenhead Grid Locator System coordinates.

If you're an amateur radio operator who communicates locations in the Maidenhead Locator System, or just someone who wants a shorthand way of expressing latitude and longitude, this tool will be useful to you.

- Track your current location in both latitude and longitude coordinates as well as Maidenhead Locator System coordinates at the same time
- Enter a latitude and longitude coordinate to see its Maidenhead Locator System equivalent, or vice versa
- View locations and a Maidenhead grid on a built-in map

## Key features

- Latitude/Longitude to Maidenhead conversion
- Maidenhead to Latitude/Longitude conversion
- Real-time location tracking
- Map visualization
- Input coordinates for conversion

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ad Disabler | $1.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 29)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/maidenhead-converter/id313870236/reviews.md

### 5/5 — That’s exactly what I want

*2022-05-14, version 2.5.1*

The ability to change latitude/longitude format and 10 characters (5 levels) of Maidenhead grid locator is JUST what I want! Thanks for this free app. — VK3NOP

### 5/5 — Perfect for portable operations

*2021-11-11, version 2.5.1*

This app is just what I needed for portable operations. It’s cleanly designed and works well. 73 Daryl VK3MCB

### 3/5 — Distance to target

*2019-07-06, version 2.4.1*

Nice feature to determine any locator field, but would like to get an information of the great circle distance from me to the other point..... couldn’t find any hint on how to do that....

### 5/5 — Simple, excellent

*2018-06-14, version 2.3.1*

Great app. Looks good... works well. No issues. I only wish it went to 10 characters.

### 5/5 — Simple and does it well

*2017-06-28, version 2.3.1*

This app does what's on the tin. Simple to use and does it well. 

Many thanks 73 m0wao

### 5/5 — Simple and easy

*2017-01-27, version 2.3.1*

Great straight, forward app. Easy to use.

### 5/5 — Nice tool

*2017-01-08, version 2.3.1*

There's not a lot to say here, this just does what it's supposed to. You can use it to get your current grid square, with precision all the way out to eight characters, or it will convert from latitude and longitude to grid square and vice versa. An added bonus is that it will let you zoom all the way into a map and see the actual location. I tried this with my own a character grade square and sure and off the pain was right on top of my house. Nicely done!

### 4/5 — iOS 10 Glitch

*2016-09-29, version 2.3.0*

Grid lines do not show up since upgrade to iOS 10.

### 5/5 — Excellent App

*2016-03-19, version 2.2.1*

Simply works.

### 1/5 — It's ok but....

*2015-08-19, version 2.2.0*

Been made pretty since original version but an app which was free now features stupid annoying adverts and wants £1.49 to remove!
No thanks better apps out there and free what happened to the 'spirit' of amateur radio? Now deleted!

## Frequently asked questions about Maidenhead Converter

### What is Maidenhead Converter used for?

Maidenhead Converter translates between standard latitude and longitude coordinates and the Maidenhead Grid Locator System. This is particularly useful for amateur radio operators who communicate locations using this system.

### Can Maidenhead Converter track my current location?

Yes, Maidenhead Converter can track your current location and display it simultaneously in both latitude/longitude and Maidenhead Grid Locator System formats.

### Does Maidenhead Converter show locations on a map?

Yes, the application includes a built-in map feature where you can view your current location and other entered locations within the Maidenhead grid system.

### What devices is Maidenhead Converter available on?

Maidenhead Converter is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is Maidenhead Converter updated?

The latest version, 2.5.1, was released on November 19, 2020. The app was originally released on May 2, 2009.

### What is the age rating for Maidenhead Converter?

Maidenhead Converter has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### Is Maidenhead Converter free to use?

Yes, Maidenhead Converter is free to download and use. It also offers in-app purchases.

### What is the user feedback on Maidenhead Converter?

Users have rated Maidenhead Converter highly, with an average of 4.8 stars from 12 ratings, indicating strong user satisfaction.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5.1 — 2020-11-19

• Fixed a crash when pressing when pressing the degree or minute buttons in the latitude/longitude keypad before pressing any other buttons.

### 2.5.0 — 2020-01-14

• Added support for Dark Mode

### 2.4.1 — 2018-11-29

• Fixed a crash when sending the app to the background

### 2.4.0 — 2018-11-19

• Optimized for modern devices
• Added support for ten-character Maidenhead format
• Slightly increased font size of Maidenhead labels on the grid map overlay

### 2.3.1 — 2016-09-30

• Fixed an issue that caused the grid to fail to render on iOS 10
• Improved the layout of the coordinate panel in Split View on iPad

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