# NESW - Tactical Compass — Small Heading Compass

> Minimal compass app displaying heading, cardinal direction, and magnetic north with flashlight. (iPhone/iPad app by SOLAZ DAZEN S.R.L..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nesw-tactical-compass/id1174329659 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [SOLAZ DAZEN S.R.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/802275887)
- Category: Navigation, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 8 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2016-11-17
- Data updated: 2026-07-18
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nesw-tactical-compass/id1174329659/reviews.md

## What is NESW?

NESW is a clean, fast compass app built for hikers, campers, travelers, and anyone who needs reliable direction at a glance.

Get a live compass with large heading readouts, cardinal direction, and a smooth rotating dial designed for quick outdoor use. Switch between true north and magnetic north, monitor heading accuracy, and stay oriented with a minimal interface that keeps the essentials front and center.

NESW goes beyond a simple compass:
- Save objectives and lock onto a destination bearing
- Share your current location quickly
- View altitude, speed, and magnetic declination
- Track direction with clear turn guidance

Whether you're hiking, camping, backpacking, overlanding, boating, traveling, or navigating unfamiliar places, NESW helps you keep your bearings with less clutter and more confidence.

Key features:
- Large degree heading and clear cardinal direction
- True north and magnetic north support
- Smooth rotating compass dial
- Objective pinning and bearing lock
- Live location sharing
- Altitude, speed, and declination readouts
- Calibration and heading status guidance
- Minimal design built for fast readability

Great for:
- Hiking and trail navigation
- Camping and backpacking
- Road trips and travel
- Orienteering and outdoor exploration
- Marine and land navigation

Notes:
- For best accuracy, avoid strong magnetic interference, metallic objects, and magnetic phone cases
- True north accuracy may improve after location access and GPS lock are available

If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for future updates, we'd love to hear from you.

## Key features

- Heading and cardinal direction indicator
- Magnetic North pointer
- Large font degree heading
- Rotating compass rose
- Background color change for North
- Integrated flashlight toggle

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nesw-tactical-compass/id1174329659/reviews.md

### 2/5 — 😡

*2018-07-14*

How do you use it????!!!!?????

### 1/5 — It doesn't work

*2017-10-28*

This app was used once on my iPad Pro then deleted. (The new appstore omits dates on version numbers or reviews--this review was done Oct 28, 2017). It seems to think "west" is really "north". If I face "north" according to the app, I'm really facing "east". There are no instructions with the app and no way to recalibrate it as far as I can tell. I like its clean appearance but without calibration it's useless. Two other free compass apps I downloaded at the same time work fine, so this one's gone.

### 1/5 — Your gonna get lost

*2017-01-06, version 1.0*

Hahahaha precise my A55, north points to west with no calibration setting.

### 5/5 — Orienteering

*2016-12-12*

This is great for orienteering!

## Frequently asked questions about NESW

### What information does NESW Compass display?

NESW Compass displays your accurate current direction, indicates North with a red arrow, shows your degree heading in a large font, and features a rotating compass rose. The background also turns red when you are heading North.

### Can NESW Compass be used for orienteering?

Yes, NESW Compass is designed for both land and marine orienteering. It provides the essential directional information needed for accurate navigation in outdoor environments.

### Does NESW Compass have a flashlight feature?

Yes, NESW Compass includes a flashlight toggle button on devices that support this functionality. This is a convenient addition for use in low-light conditions.

### What devices is NESW Compass compatible with?

NESW Compass is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS users who need a reliable navigation tool.

### How often is NESW Compass updated?

NESW Compass was last updated on February 25, 2022, with version 1.1. While updates are not frequent, the app provides core functionality reliably.

### Does NESW Compass have ads?

Yes, NESW Compass contains advertisements. As a free application, it utilizes ads to support its development and maintenance.

### What is the age rating for NESW Compass?

NESW Compass has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages and does not contain content inappropriate for children.

### Are there any special requirements for using NESW Compass?

To ensure accurate readings, it is recommended to avoid metallic objects and magnetic cases when using NESW Compass. These can interfere with the device's magnetic sensors.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 2.0 — 2026-04-14

Huge update!
- Save objectives and lock onto a destination bearing
- Share your current location quickly
- View altitude, speed, and magnetic declination
- Track direction with clear turn guidance

### 1.1 — 2022-02-25

- faster compass startup
- improved accuracy
- fixed reports bugs
- reduced app size

### 1.0 — 2016-11-17

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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