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Updated November 2026

Whether you want more options like The Compass or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to The Compass

Compass Guide:Navigation App#1

Compass Guide:Navigation App by APPS BAY LIMITED

latitude,outdoor & hiking gps
4.5(126 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app provides a reliable digital compass for outdoor navigation and everyday direction-finding. It offers live heading, coordinate display, and the ability to navigate to saved destinations. Premium features like sun/moon positions and custom styles are available.

Accurate Compass Navigation#2

Accurate Compass Navigation by Ngo Na

Direction and Address
4.6😞(205 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Navigate with confidence using a globally accurate compass. Customize its appearance with various designs and colors. Features include true or magnetic north, a bubble level, and location sharing.

What We Love

  • πŸ‘ Accurate readings (sometimes)
  • πŸ‘ Helpful for navigation
  • πŸ‘ Useful for specific tasks (telescopes, satellite dishes)
  • πŸ‘ Simple and clean design
  • πŸ‘ Works on iPad (for some users)
  • πŸ‘ Accurate direction (for some users)
  • πŸ‘ Good alternative to stock compass

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Inaccurate readings
  • πŸ› Frozen compass
  • πŸ› Backwards readings
  • πŸ› Does not work on iPhone
  • πŸ› Does not work on iPad (for some users)
  • πŸ› Not reliable
  • πŸ› Confusing True vs. Magnetic North
  • πŸ› Too many ads
  • πŸ› App is just a picture
  • πŸ› Graphics are fuzzy
  • πŸ› Altitude not displaying
  • πŸ› Decimal coordinates not displaying
  • πŸ› Needle doesn't move
  • πŸ› Can't change direction
  • πŸ› Doesn't point in the right direction
  • πŸ› Requires location services but doesn't use them
  • πŸ› Text dial doesn't rotate
Compass_S#3

Compass_S by hiroyuki uchida

Simple compass in 5 designs
Worth Considering
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
4.6(281 ratings)
FreeAds
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A straightforward compass app offering five distinct needle designs. It displays cardinal directions in multiple formats, including Japanese, and provides GPS coordinates like latitude, longitude, and altitude. The app includes features to help maintain accuracy and can be used for specific cultural practices.

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FULL COMPASS
FULL COMPASS
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High-Precision Navigation
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This app provides high-precision navigation with a compass, level gauge, altimeter, and GPS coordinates. It supports both Japanese and English direction labels and offers customizable display styles. It also includes a special feature for finding lucky directions during traditional Japanese festivals.

High-precision compassLevel gauge and altimeterLatitude/longitude display
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
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5
EWSN Compass
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EWSN Compass
Directions & custom compass
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Easily identify cardinal directions with a clear display of East, West, South, and North. View detailed location data like latitude, longitude, altitude, and air pressure. Customize your compass with various unique designs.

Cardinal direction displayLatitude and longitudeAltitude and air pressure
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(6)
free with in-app purchases
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Compass for iPad and iPhone
Compass for iPad and iPhone
Compass for iPad and iPhone
#1 minimalistic compass
Free

This app offers a minimalist and user-friendly compass experience, focusing on providing only the essential directional information. It prioritizes speed, responsiveness, and an aesthetically pleasing design to eliminate distractions for clear navigation.

Minimalist designSwift and responsiveUser-friendly interface
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(1K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Offline Digital Compass
Offline Digital Compass
Offline Digital Compass
by Hopebest Inc Limited
Free

Navigate outdoors with a simple digital compass. This application helps you find north, ideal for hiking and mountain exploration.

Digital compassFind north directionOffline navigation
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(1)
ad-supported
8
Best Compassβ„’
Best Compassβ„’
Best Compassβ„’
#1 Compass App
Free

Navigate with ease using this directional tool. It displays your precise geographical coordinates, current location, and elevation. Features include True North calibration and directional marking for efficient travel.

Latitude and Longitude DisplayLocation and Elevation InformationTrue North Calibration
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
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9
Compass & Coordinates Locator
Compass & Coordinates Locator
Compass & Coordinates Locator
Altitude, Barometer, Weather
Free

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.

Accurate digital compassWind direction indicatorTrue/Magnetic North toggle
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(1K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Compass β€’ GPS & Level
Compass β€’ GPS & Level
Compass β€’ GPS & Level
Map, Coordinates, Sunrise
Free

Navigate outdoors with this intuitive tool. Get precise location coordinates, plan around sunset/sunrise, and use the built-in flashlight. Features a rotating map view and offline functionality for reliable use anywhere.

Precise latitude and longitude coordinatesReal-time sunset and sunrise timesIntegrated flashlight
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(200)
free with in-app purchases