Best Spyglass alternatives: apps like Spyglass

Whether you want more options like Spyglass or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 9+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Spyglass

Compass - Professional by Peter Bohl

Safe and easy navigation

Editor's Choice

4.7😐(2.4K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

This app helps you navigate by displaying your direction on a compass, overlayed on a satellite or map view. It provides your street address, GPS coordinates, and altitude, along with What3Words coordinates for precise location identification.

What We Love

🚀 Accurate compass
👍 Useful features like location and elevation
🗺️ Detailed map overlay
🔍 Precise direction indication

Room to Improve

🐛 Compass direction inaccurate
🌐 Issues with non-English language support
💢 Annoying ads
🤔 Calibration problems

Orca: Boat GPS, Charts, Routes by Orca Technologies AS

GPS Chart Route Sail Powerboat

Strong Contender

4.6😐(408 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Navigate the waters with advanced marine charts, intelligent route planning, and real-time weather and vessel tracking. This app offers offline chart access and can integrate with hardware for a comprehensive boating experience.

What We Love

🎨 Clean, intuitive design and visual presentation
🗺️ Comprehensive and detailed chart coverage in many regions
🚀 Fast and responsive app performance
🧭 Excellent auto-routing with weather integration
📱 Seamless multi-device synchronization
🎮 Easy-to-use interface for route planning
💰 Competitive pricing compared to alternatives
🔌 Good integration with Raymarine and marine hardware
🌐 Global chart availability without regional restrictions
📡 AIS overlay functionality
⛵ Effective autopilot control from mobile devices
🔄 Frequent updates and improvements
👨‍💼 Responsive customer support (when available)

Room to Improve

🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
🗺️ Incomplete and inaccurate chart data in many regions
🔋 Excessive battery consumption
❌ Missing critical navigation details (buoys, markers, beacon names)
🌊 Poor inland waterway coverage
🚫 Limited functionality in free version
📍 Unreliable GPS and location tracking
⚠️ Dangerous routing errors (routes through obstacles)
🔐 Problematic account creation and login process
📺 Intrusive pop-up advertisements blocking navigation
🌍 Inadequate coverage outside coastal US areas
📊 Tidal stream data inaccuracies
🎯 Poor auto-routing in some regions (Bahamas, Long Island Sound)
🔤 English-only interface without translation options
⏱️ Slow customer support response times
💾 Offline map download issues

Compass × by DOUBLE U s.r.o.

#1 design

Worth Considering

Military GPS Survival Kit

4.6😐(8.3K ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

This app offers a beautifully designed compass experience for your iPhone or iPad. It provides precise GPS coordinates, altitude, sunrise/sunset times, and barometric pressure. Easily share your location and choose between magnetic or true north.

What We Love

🚀 Exceptional compass
🌟 Accurate and reliable
👍 Easy to use
💡 Useful features (elevation, coordinates, etc.)
🌐 Helpful for navigation and travel

Room to Improve

🐛 Compass inaccuracy and inconsistency
💰 Expensive subscription to remove ads
📢 Intrusive and excessive ads
🔌 App crashes or stops working after updates

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Lat/Lon to UTM, MGRS, and more

Coordinate conversion (UTM, MGRS, Georef, etc.)Batch conversion of multiple coordinatesAdd notes, photos, and media to saved locations

This app is a versatile tool for converting and managing geographic coordinates. It supports numerous global formats and datums, allowing users to view, input, and save locations with rich details. Ideal for professionals and outdoor enthusiasts needing precise location data.

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Compass 55. Map & GPS kit.

Land, air, marine navigator

GPS coordinates in 6 formatsAdvanced waypoint editorSpeedometer with speed tracking

This navigation app offers a comprehensive suite of tools for land, air, and marine use. It includes a detailed map, compass, GPS coordinates, altitude, distance, speed tracking, and route planning. Advanced features like offline maps, GPS track recording, and sensor integration are available through an upgrade.

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TZ iBoat – Marine Navigation

Boat GPS, Charts, AIS, Tides

Offline marine chartsGPS and route planningAIS Online tracking

Navigate the seas with advanced marine charts, GPS, and AIS data, even offline. This app offers detailed bathymetry, community-contributed map data, and dynamic features for safe boating, sailing, and fishing.

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Topo Maps+: Topographic Maps

Offline Maps & GPS Navigation

Offline topographic mapsSmart route buildingWaypoints and proximity alerts

Plan and execute backcountry adventures with offline topographic maps and GPS navigation. Features include route building, waypoints, land boundaries, and on-trail tools. Integrates with Apple Watch and CarPlay for seamless outdoor exploration.

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Compass & Coordinates Locator

Altitude, Barometer, Weather

Accurate digital compassWind direction indicatorTrue/Magnetic North toggle

This app provides accurate directional guidance with a digital compass, wind direction, and Qibla finder. It offers offline functionality, location saving, weather updates, and altitude monitoring, making it a versatile navigation tool for various outdoor activities and everyday use.

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