Clear, easy compass with a design that’s instantly readable.
4.66·95,963 reviews·5,000,000+ downloads
Compass Steel by SimplyWerx offers a clear, readable digital compass with versatile navigation modes, including automatic day/night themes and True North or Magnetic North options. It adds Sun & Moon tracking, altitude display, and a privacy-friendly design in a visually polished package that suits outdoor adventurers and professionals alike. Free to download with unobtrusive ads (donations unlock ad-free experience), it has achieved broad reach with 5,000,000+ total downloads and 30K in the last 30 days.
Pros & Cons
Readable at a glance with large dials and optimized contrast
Day & Night themes with auto/manual switching
Privacy-friendly design with minimal permissions
Altitude display and True/Magnetic North modes for versatile navigation
Picture-in-picture mode for multitasking
Battery-efficient design
Ads are present (can be removed via donation)
Lacks offline navigation or map/directions features
No explicit GPS-driven directions or map integration
About Compass Steel
Compass Steel is a tools app developed by SimplyWerx.
Download Statistics
Compass Steel has been downloaded 7.6 million times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 30 thousand times.
User Ratings
Compass Steel is rated 4.66 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 96 thousand ratings.
App Information
Compass Steel is FREE to download. The APK download size is 11.03 MB. The latest version available is 3.10.5. The last update was on June 14, 2026.
Technical Requirements
The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play April 2015.
Description
Compass Steel is your essential digital compass, designed for precision, reliability, and easy readability. Whether you’re hiking, camping, installing solar panels, or exploring the city, Compass Steel keeps you oriented with a clean interface and clear visuals that shine in any environment.
Key Features
• Elegant Compass Designs – Choose from multiple stylish themes for a personalized look. • Portrait & landscape support – Works seamlessly in both vertical and horizontal orientations. • Adjustable font size – Personalize readability to your preference. • True North & Magnetic North – Switch easily depending on your needs; both modes are useful in different contexts. • Sun & Moon Tracking – View positions and rise/set times. A favorite tool for outdoor adventurers and PV installers planning solar panel placement. • Altitude Display (MSL) – Track your altitude with clear, easy‑to‑read data. • Night‑Vision Mode – Optimized visuals for low‑light navigation without eye strain. • Target Direction Tracking – Set a heading and stay on course with visible guidance. • Custom Dial Units & Heading Offset – Tailor the display to your exact requirements. • Manual Location Settings – Stay accurate even when GPS is weak or unavailable. • Picture-in-picture mode – Continue using the compass while multitasking. • Battery efficiency – Optimized to use less power and extend usage time. • Privacy‑Friendly – No unnecessary permissions; your data stays yours.
Why Compass Steel Stands Out
• Readable at a glance – Large, clear dials and optimized contrast. • Reliable in all conditions – From daylight to night‑vision mode. • Designed for explorers and professionals – A compass that looks sharp and performs flawlessly.
Ads & Support
Compass Steel is supported by ads from Google and trusted ad partners. Ads are displayed unobtrusively and do not interrupt compass usage. They may be personalized based on your privacy choices. Limited technical data (like device IDs and approximate location) may be used by Google and partners to serve and improve ads — Compass Steel itself does not access or store this information. You can manage preferences in the Privacy Policy available in Settings.
Prefer an ad‑free experience? Upgrade easily with a small in‑app donation and enjoy Compass Steel without ads.
Download Compass Steel today and enjoy precise navigation with outstanding readability, stylish design, and day/night themes. Your trusted companion for every journey.
Recent changes: • Satellite Mode Update — Real‑time speed display added in Satellite mode. • Improved Precision — Magnetic declination model updated to WMM2025 for better heading accuracy through 2030. • FAQ Section — New Help & FAQ in Settings for quick answers. • Experimental: GPS Heading (Android 8+) — Optional GPS Heading mode uses GPS course while moving to reduce local magnetic interference. • Stability improvements — Minor bug fixes.
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Handy gadget to have. Has helped me to navigate back to my starting position when I got lost on a hike. I recommend this compass to anyone who goes trekking' hiking etc
★★★★★Phil Morrow· Jul 29, 2026
An Astronomer's best friend! I use the true heading to find my local meridian and a northerly bearing to set my tripod square, and you can use the pitch/roll to level your base. Once you mount your head, put your phone on the saddle, and use the pitch again to set your displayed latitude! You can polar align easily from there but this compass helps to make visual set up and tracking a breeze. I've been using it for years. The only thing I would add would be local sidereal time. Great app!
★☆☆☆☆Allen Jensen· Apr 27, 2026
Inaccurate both magnetic and GPS. Off by 30 degrees!
★☆☆☆☆Rick Mortis· May 8, 2026
Why does the new update suddenly have all these untouchable permission about internet access etc. ? This is a magnetic field sensor based compass app ! It doesn't need internet to work. The fact that this app didn't have this kind of suspicious bs, is the very reason I chose it over the competition. I will not update for as long as these unjustifiable untouchable permissions wait in the next update, and I recommend everyone to be as careful as I am. Always check the permissions before updating.
★★☆☆☆Steve Crews· Jul 14, 2026
Compass on Google Pixel Android does not calibrate consistently nor hold onto true North.
★☆☆☆☆TF· Mar 10, 2026
App now has ads and full internet permissions. Sell-out.
★☆☆☆☆Kab T· Jun 19, 2026
Off by 12° even considering declination. North changes between starts even once calibrated, or calibrated each time. North doesn't match other compass apps on same phone, side by side. The 12° off is also compared to handheld magnetic compasses.
Google Play Rankings for Compass Steel
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Technologies used by Compass Steel
Compass Steel is requesting 13 permissions and is using 19 libraries.
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Trust & Safety: Permissions include ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION, ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION, ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE, INTERNET, FOREGROUND_SERVICE, WAKE_LOCK, and Google Play Billing. The app promotes a privacy-friendly approach with no unnecessary permissions and provides a Privacy Policy in Settings to manage preferences.
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