# wIgHelper — The Wherigo helper

> Geocaching helper for organizing variables, calculating coordinates, and tracking positions. (iPhone/iPad app by Andre Albach.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wighelper/id1260686079 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Andre Albach](https://appshunter.io/developer/1259388740)
- Category: Navigation, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany)
- Released: 2017-09-21
- Data updated: 2026-09-06
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wighelper/id1260686079/reviews.md

## What is wIgHelper?

wIgHelper helps you to organize variables and values you got while playing Play Anywhere Wherigos. (A form of geocaching)
It also helps you with reverse caches and taking a look into cartridges.

features:
- organise variables and values from played Play Anywhere Wherigos in a table with detail view as personal entries
- use formula resolving with your saved variable values (additional action extension for this feature as well)
- see your current position* on the map**
- position averaging through multiple measurements of your current position*
- click and hold a pin in hiding reverse cache view to drag it around
- offline calculation of coordinates to 3 figures (place reverse cache)
- optional auto copy of calculation results to clipboard
- no ads and no tracking

in-app purchase features:
- save unlimited personal entries for Play Anywhere wherigos in table view
- offline calculation of three 6-digit numbers to coordinates and placing result and own position* on a map** (find reverse wherigo easily and offline)
- action extension for calculation of three 6-digit numbers to coordinates of selected text (works in every app where you can select and share text with the system share menu). Calculated coordinates will automatically  copied to clipboard and you get feedback with notifications.
- import/export personal entries (includes own document type .whpe)
- preview media object files from a cartridge (.gwc file) as well as the completion code, texts, zones, cartridge source code and other information

*Needs location access
**Maps needs an internet connection to display the map

## Key features

- Organize variables and values
- Formula resolution
- Current position on map
- Position averaging
- Offline coordinate calculation
- Preview cartridge media and code

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $1.99 | one-time |
| Cartridge Analyser | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wighelper/id1260686079/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Helpful

*2021-05-27*

I like the new formula functions

**Developer response:** Thank you

## Frequently asked questions about wIgHelper

### What is wIgHelper used for?

wIgHelper is designed to help you organize variables and values obtained while playing Play Anywhere Wherigos, a type of geocaching game. It also assists with reverse caches and examining game cartridges.

### Does wIgHelper have ads?

No, wIgHelper is ad-free and does not feature any tracking, providing an uninterrupted user experience.

### How does wIgHelper help with coordinates?

wIgHelper allows for offline calculation of coordinates to three or six digits, which is useful for placing reverse caches. You can also see your current position on a map and average multiple measurements for accuracy.

### What are the in-app purchase features for wIgHelper?

In-app purchases unlock unlimited personal entry saving, advanced offline coordinate calculation to six digits, text-to-coordinate conversion, import/export functionality, and the ability to preview cartridge media files.

### What devices does wIgHelper support?

wIgHelper is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users.

### How often is wIgHelper updated?

The latest version of wIgHelper is 3.17, last updated on May 11, 2026. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and improvements.

### Is wIgHelper suitable for children?

wIgHelper has an age rating of 4+, suggesting it is appropriate for younger users and families interested in geocaching and navigation games.

### Can I use wIgHelper offline?

Yes, wIgHelper offers offline calculation of coordinates. However, displaying maps requires an internet connection.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.17 — 2026-05-11

- Adaptions for new login on wherigo.com within the in app browser

### 3.16 — 2026-04-06

- Adaptions for iOS 26
- Texts, Items and Inputs in analysed cartridges now support context menu actions (long press a cell)
- Added context menu option to translate texts in analysed cartridges with Apple Translate (requires at least iOS 17.4)
- Day1976 reverse cache solver automatically converts capital letters to their lowercased version

### 3.15 — 2025-11-03

- Added support for "MZCacheHunter" in the Reverse Cache tab
- Fixed a rare crash which could occour with some cartridges

### 3.14 — 2023-04-20

- The sorting of the crtridge list view is now configurable. You can chose between sorting by name, date and size and also pick a sort order.

### 3.13 — 2023-03-10

- Added copy coordinates button in reverse numbers action extension
- Added in app browser to directly download a cartridge (must be a .gwc file). The new browser view includes a button which reads the URL from clipboard and navigates to it. The in app browser only allows to visit wherigo websites. Other websites will be blocked.

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All apps by Andre Albach: https://appshunter.io/developer/1259388740

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