# X-Compass

> Enhanced digital compass with symbolic imagery and map integration. (iPhone/iPad app by Kai Bruchmann.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/x-compass/id341752632 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kai Bruchmann](https://appshunter.io/developer/312164816)
- Category: Travel, Lifestyle
- Price: $0.49
- Rating: 1.80/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany)
- Released: 2009-12-15
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/x-compass/id341752632/reviews.md

## What is X?

X-Compass is rather an normal compass for the iPhone, but a little bit improved and with enhanced functions. It does not only turn the outer Ring, but also a 360°-picture in the center with explicit symbols for the compass point (North=Lighthouse, South=Easter Island, East=Onion domes, West=Bryce Canyon).
 
Functions and display:
- Compass rose
- 360°-picture in the center
- Displaying in degree and compass points (N, NW, W...)
- Switch to map with actual location
- Zoom into map

System:
- iPhone, iPad
- iOS 8.0 or higher
- Internetconnection for map

## Key features

- Rotating 360° image with symbolic compass points
- Compass rose display
- Direction in degrees and cardinal points
- Switch to map with current location
- Map zoom functionality

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/x-compass/id341752632/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Bad

*2011-02-14*

Doesn't work

## Frequently asked questions about X

### What devices is X-Compass compatible with?

X-Compass is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It requires iOS 8.0 or higher to run.

### Does X-Compass require an internet connection?

An internet connection is required for the map functionality within X-Compass, allowing you to view your actual location and zoom into the map.

### What is the age rating for X-Compass?

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

### How often is X-Compass updated?

The app was last updated on August 15, 2023, with version 2.2. This indicates regular maintenance and updates from the developer.

### What is the price of X-Compass?

X-Compass is a paid application, available for $0.49.

### Does X-Compass have ads?

No, X-Compass does not contain advertisements. It is a paid app without any in-app purchases or ads.

### What makes X-Compass different from a standard compass?

X-Compass enhances the standard compass experience by including a rotating 360° picture in the center with explicit symbols for compass points like a lighthouse for North.

### What are the user reviews for X-Compass?

X-Compass has an average rating of 1.8 stars from 5 ratings. User sentiment appears to be mixed based on the available data.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2 — 2023-08-15

Update for iPhone 5,6,7,8,X,11,12,13,14, iPad, iOS 11,12,13,14,15,16

### 2.1 — 2020-07-16

- adapted for iPhone 4,5,6,7,8,X,11, iPad, iOS 8,9,10,11,12,13

### 2.0 — 2017-06-15

- adapted for iPhone 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and iOS 8, 9, 10, 11 and newer.

### 1.2 — 2012-05-19

- bugfixes

### 1.1 — 2012-03-31

- bugfixes

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