Azimuth Nav vs Compass Go
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Azimuth Nav
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Find your way without the clutter of traditional navigation. This lightweight tool lets you save locations and follow a precise arrow that points directly toward your chosen pin. No turn‑by‑turn instructions, no map overload, and no internet connection required. Whether you’re hiking remote trails, exploring new places, or marking spots you want to return to later, this app keeps navigation effortless and reliable. Features • Direct‑to‑Target Arrow: A clean directional arrow guides you straight toward any saved pin. • Fully Offline: Works anywhere; even deep in the woods or far from cell service. • Minimal, Fast Interface: A simple start page, a list of your pins, and a focused pin view. Nothing extra. • Save Unlimited Pins: Mark trailheads, campsites, parking spots, viewpoints, or anything important. • Accurate Orientation: Uses your device’s compass and GPS to keep you aligned in real time. Built for hikers, travelers, explorers, and anyone who prefers simple, direct navigation without the noise. We do not secretly take any data from you. Your location, pins, and all other data stay only on your device.
Compass Go
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Compass Go puts essential outdoor navigation tools in your pocket. Whether you are hiking a mountain trail, surveying a campsite, or simply finding your bearings in a new city, Compass Go delivers professional-grade instruments in a beautiful dark interface. PRECISION COMPASS True heading with magnetic declination. Cardinal and intercardinal markers update in real time. Calibration guide ensures accuracy in any environment. BUBBLE LEVEL Dual-axis spirit level with degree readout. Perfect for leveling a tent, checking slopes, or aligning equipment. Haptic feedback at zero. BAROMETRIC ALTIMETER Real-time altitude from the barometric sensor. Track elevation gain and loss over time. View sunrise and sunset times based on your current coordinates. LOCATION BOOKMARKS Save any GPS coordinate with a custom name and icon. See distance and bearing from your current position. Navigate back to saved spots effortlessly. TRIP RECORDER Record hiking routes with detailed statistics — distance, duration, elevation profile, and average speed. Name and review past trips. Live Activity keeps your stats visible on the Lock Screen. DESIGNED FOR THE OUTDOORS - Dark-mode-only interface reduces glare and saves battery - Works without cellular signal once launched - Haptic feedback confirms interactions without looking - Widgets show heading or last trip at a glance - Background location keeps recording when you switch apps Privacy first: no account required, no data leaves your device. All bookmarks and trips are stored locally with SwiftData.
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Verdict
Azimuth Nav and Compass Go are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Azimuth Nav | Compass Go |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.1 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nick N | 晓 郭 |
In-app purchases
Azimuth Nav
No in-app purchases
Compass Go
No in-app purchases
Questions
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