# Talk Compass — The accessible compass app

> Voice-guided compass app for cardinal and ordinal directions. (iPhone/iPad app by Yoshiyuki Koyanagi.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talk-compass/id1540530352 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Yoshiyuki Koyanagi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1540530354)
- Category: Navigation, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 1 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2020-11-19
- Data updated: 2026-07-30
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talk-compass/id1540530352/reviews.md

## What is Talk Compass?

This compass app lets you know that cardinal directions and ordinal directions by voice. You can adjust speaking rate, volume and sound effects.

## Key features

- Voice output for directions
- Adjustable speaking rate
- Customizable volume
- Sound effect options
- Supports cardinal and ordinal directions

## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talk-compass/id1540530352/reviews.md

### 3/5 — シンプルで使いやすい

*2024-03-11, version 1.2*

歩行時に補助としてたまに使っており、重宝しています。
1つ改善して欲しいのはアプリが勝手に立ち上がることです。
アプリスイッチャーには表示されていないのに裏で動いているのか突然方位を読み上げ始めます。
記憶は定かではありませんが、iOS16から発生していたと記憶しています。
現在の環境はiPhone SE2世代　iOSバージョン 17.4

### 4/5 — 音声での案内は貴重

*2022-08-11, version 1.2*

音声案内はとても使えます。
BSアンテナ工事に特化するなどいかがでしょうか？

### 3/5 — good start

*2022-04-02, version 1.1*

This is a good start.
Could you add North-North-West West-North-West etc? The measurements between the standard compass points.

### 5/5 — Im blind and love it too bad it wont turn off qand starts by itself  randomly

*2022-02-16, version 1.1*

Im blind love the sound effects and voice adjustments too bad it wont quit after closing it from app switcher , it also randomly turns on like after reboot of phone without starting the app, i dont even understand how that is possible but it does dothat very annoying. Thanks mak fix the bug please

### 1/5 — keeps running even after  you close the app

*2021-10-06, version 1.1*

this app would be awesome except for one problem,  app continues to run even after you  force quit the app in task manager.  its like a virus or  something that   never really quits until  you remove the app from

### 5/5 — 方向音痴にピッタリ

*2020-12-24, version 1.1*

方向磁石は全部バラバラで買っても分からない
このアプリは音声で教えてくれるので北枕や風水の置物置く時に凄く便利だと思います。

## Frequently asked questions about Talk Compass

### What directions does Talk Compass provide?

Talk Compass provides both cardinal directions (North, South, East, West) and ordinal directions (Northeast, Southeast, Southwest, Northwest) through voice output.

### Can I customize the voice output in Talk Compass?

Yes, you can adjust the speaking rate, volume, and sound effects to personalize your experience with Talk Compass.

### Is Talk Compass available on Android?

Based on the provided data, Talk Compass is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is Talk Compass updated?

The latest version of Talk Compass is 1.3, last updated on January 6, 2026. This suggests a consistent update schedule.

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

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

### Does Talk Compass have ads?

No, Talk Compass does not contain advertisements.

### What do users think of Talk Compass?

Talk Compass has a strong user rating of 4.4 stars from 10 ratings, indicating positive user sentiment.

### Is Talk Compass free to use?

Yes, Talk Compass is available for free.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.3 — 2026-01-06

We made minor adjustments to support the latest OS.

### 1.2 — 2022-05-01

Renew the distribution certificate. No changes in the functionality of the application.

### 1.1 — 2020-11-21

1. Fix layout of "About This App" screen.
2.Add Submit Review button on About This App Screen.

### 1.0 — 2020-11-19

No release notes.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-07-30.*