Just a Compass (Free & No Ads)
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A Compass, with geographic north, true altitude, address, sunset & sunrise times
- Rating
- 4.3
- 123K ratings
- Downloads
- 10M+
- on Google Play
- Price
- Free
- In-app purchases
- Updated
- Jun 29
- 2026 · v4.0.1
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About Just a Compass (Free & No Ads)
A simple Compass to retrieve useful information about your current position.
• Free and without Ads
• Magnetic & geographic north using magnetic declination
• Sunrise & Sunset time
• True altitude above sea level at your current position
• Use EGM96 as the geoid reference for computing altitude
• Latitude & Longitude in UTM format
• Latitude & Longitude in DD, DMM or DMS format
• Magnetic field strength
• Sensor accuracy
• Address of your current location
EGM96 (Earth Gravitational Model) is used as the geoid reference to compute true altitude above sea level from data collected by the GPS sensor. UTM (Universal Transverse Mercator) is a system for assigning coordinates to locations on the surface of the Earth.
Have fun !
• Free and without Ads
• Magnetic & geographic north using magnetic declination
• Sunrise & Sunset time
• True altitude above sea level at your current position
• Use EGM96 as the geoid reference for computing altitude
• Latitude & Longitude in UTM format
• Latitude & Longitude in DD, DMM or DMS format
• Magnetic field strength
• Sensor accuracy
• Address of your current location
EGM96 (Earth Gravitational Model) is used as the geoid reference to compute true altitude above sea level from data collected by the GPS sensor. UTM (Universal Transverse Mercator) is a system for assigning coordinates to locations on the surface of the Earth.
Have fun !
What’s new
Version 4.0.1 · Updated June 29, 2026
⚡ Performance improvements and reliability updates for smoother navigation. 📡 Accurate altitude and sunrise/sunset times, even offline. 🔋 Lower battery usage for longer outdoor sessions. 🧭 Reliable direction and positioning wherever you go — no network required.
User reviews
Cool
Very simple to zero the compass. Seems highly accurate. Its convenient. Give the lat/long and the declination change so you can orient your map the the compass.
Great
Quick install easy to use, can refuse location
Good simple app. Follow process to calibrate and it works fine
Otimo
Frequently asked questions
What is Just a Compass?
Just a Compass is a free and ad-free application that provides useful information about your current position.
How does Just a Compass determine the north direction?
Just a Compass uses both magnetic and geographic north calculations, taking into account the magnetic declination.
Can Just a Compass provide sunrise and sunset times?
Yes, Just a Compass can provide you with the sunrise and sunset times for your current location.
What information does Just a Compass provide about altitude?
Just a Compass can give you the true altitude above sea level at your current position using the EGM96 geoid reference.
In what formats can I view latitude and longitude in Just a Compass?
Just a Compass can display latitude and longitude in UTM format, as well as DD (decimal degrees), DMM (degrees and decimal minutes), or DMS (degrees, minutes, and seconds) formats.
Can Just a Compass measure magnetic field strength?
Yes, Just a Compass can measure the magnetic field strength at your current location.
Does Just a Compass provide information about sensor accuracy?
Yes, Just a Compass can inform you about the accuracy of the sensor being used.
Can Just a Compass show the address of my current location?
Yes, Just a Compass can display the address of your current location.
What is EGM96?
EGM96 stands for Earth Gravitational Model 1996. It is used as a reference to compute the true altitude above sea level based on GPS sensor data.
What is UTM?
UTM stands for Universal Transverse Mercator, a coordinate system used to assign coordinates to locations on the Earth's surface.
Is Just a Compass a fun application?
Yes, Just a Compass is designed to be a fun and enjoyable tool for retrieving information about your current position.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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