DS Compass

5.24

Disciple Skies Software

4.67

784 reviews

100,000+
Downloads

Free

Full screen magnetic and GPS compasses with several great compass styles.

Not recently updated — last update was on 2024-01-21. This app may no longer be actively maintained.

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About DS Compass

DS Compass is a maps & navigation app developed by Disciple Skies Software.

How many times has DS Compass been downloaded?

DS Compass has been downloaded 140 thousand times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 210 times. It is ranked in the top 100 maps & navigation apps.

What is the rating of DS Compass?

DS Compass is rated 4.67 out of 5 stars, based on 780 ratings.

Is DS Compass free?

DS Compass is free to download. The APK download size is 8.40 MB. The latest version available is 5.24. The last update was on January 21, 2024.

What are the requirements for DS Compass?

DS Compass requires Android 4.4+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play October 2013.

Description

Our app features several compass styles and compass operation modes.

Whether you are navigating the back country or finding your way through the city, our smooth operating compasses will keep you on target.

Each compass works in either magnetic or GPS mode and has plenty of tools for adjusting look and performance characteristics. In magnet mode, the magnetic declination for your location is automatically calculated to show the offset from true north. Or, show offset from magnetic north, like a real compass, if that is your preference. All magnetic compasses in our app receive gyroscopic stabilization on devices with a built-in gyroscope sensor. Gyroscopic stabilization allows for the smoothest compass operation.

A military compass that displays heading in mils (milliradians) is included. A military compass has the advantage of allowing you to determine the distance of objects from your current position. **See the end of this description for details.

To assist with compass orienteering, there is a map with dynamic measurement tools that allow you to easily get the true heading and distance to any target from your current location.

Use the map to get a bearing to target, then follow that compass bearing until you reach your destination.

While the compasses do operate in both GPS and magnetic mode, we recommend using GPS mode for active navigation. This is because the magnetic compass in a smart phone may be affected at any time by surrounding electromagnetic fields or even the magnetic fields generated by the electric current in your device. If used properly, the compass in GPS mode will be more accurate than magnetic mode if you have a good view of the sky and you are moving forward. Practice using the compass in both modes in familiar surroundings before using the app in unfamiliar areas.

Two unique 3D compasses are included.

** Determining the distance of objects from your current location using the military compass:

1. Use the military compass to determine the arc width (milliradian span) of a distant object of known size.

2. Divide the size by the arc width to get the distance to that object.

Recent changes:
1. Super smooth compass motion thanks to gyroscopic assistance.
2. Bug fixes.
3. Updated to latest Android features (Android 14).

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More data about DS Compass

Price	Free to download
Total downloads	140 thousand
Recent downloads	210
Rating	4.67 based on 780 ratings
Ranking	Highly ranked
Version	5.24
APK size	8.40 MB
Number of libraries	14
Designed for Android	4.4+
Suitable for	Everyone
Ads	Contains ads

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Downloads over time

DS Compass has been downloaded 140 thousand times. Over the past 30 days, it has been downloaded 210 times.

Changelog of DS Compass

Jan 21, 2024UpdateVersion 5.24
Aug 7, 2023UpdateVersion 5.23
Oct 7, 2021UpdateVersion 5.21
Oct 22, 2020UpdateVersion 5.20
Aug 23, 2020UpdateVersion 5.18
May 28, 2020UpdateVersion 5.16
May 23, 2018UpdateVersion 5.14
May 11, 2018UpdateVersion 5.13
Jul 6, 2017CategoryMoved from Tools to Maps & Navigation
Jul 2, 2017UpdateVersion 5.12
Aug 12, 2016UpdateVersion 5.11
Jul 4, 2016UpdateVersion 5.02
Jun 29, 2016UpdateVersion 5.01
Jun 1, 2016Installs100,000+ installs
May 4, 2016UpdateVersion 4.33
Apr 29, 2016UpdateVersion 4.30
Apr 24, 2016UpdateVersion 4.21
May 31, 2015UpdateVersion 4.14
May 21, 2015UpdateVersion 4.12
May 6, 2015Installs50,000+ installs
Nov 4, 2014UpdateVersion 4.11
Sep 25, 2014UpdateVersion 4.01
Sep 20, 2014UpdateVersion 4.0
Mar 6, 2014Installs10,000+ installs
Jan 28, 2014Installs5,000+ installs
Jan 24, 2014UpdateVersion 2.00
Dec 3, 2013Installs1,000+ installs
Nov 19, 2013Installs500+ installs
Nov 4, 2013Installs100+ installs
Nov 1, 2013Installs50+ installs
Oct 30, 2013Installs10+ installs
Oct 26, 2013New AppVersion 1.00 in Tools for Free

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Developer information for Disciple Skies Software

Disciple Skies Software

support@discipleskies.com

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Comments on DS Compass for Android

★★★★★ PanKake Yuguet · Dec 1, 2015

Samsung Galaxy Core Prime It didn't work witg the magnetic function. I think my phone may not have a magnetic sensor. Great ui though, and it works great in other phones so 5 stars anyway!

★★★★★ Abby Train · Oct 11, 2021

I love this compass. It operates smoothly and is accurate and is perfect for when you need to get a quick bearing. Lots of attractive compasses to choose from, and it has an awesome free bonus 3D compass. Works perfectly with the app’s map. Definitely upgrading.

★★★★★ rick villarreal · Sep 22, 2022

Perfect when trail walking and walking around town. Very handy tool.

★☆☆☆☆ Sushil Sharma · Jun 9, 2017

I purchased this app. But after purchasing (130 ₹) this app is not working as purchased app. Advertisement is continue.....

★☆☆☆☆ Muthukumar D · Jun 6, 2016

This app is made for only advertising My mobile basically don't have magnatic sensor, so I installed this app for Gps based tracking direction, but it is useless

★☆☆☆☆ A Google User · Jan 7, 2015

Doesn't work Don't work on my BLU phone

★☆☆☆☆ A Google User · Jul 29, 2015

This application is a fake one and not working on my Cheers Smart 35, Kit Kat phone! It's a useless app,

★☆☆☆☆ jhejan xx · Sep 8, 2015

Totals fake My phone have magnetically sensory but this application is fake pls ...don't irritate by posting fake apps

Google Play Rankings for DS Compass

Top rankings

Rank	Country	Category	List
94	United Kingdom	Maps & Navigation	Top Grossing

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Technologies used by DS Compass

DS Compass is requesting 14 permissions and is using 16 libraries.

Permissions

Your location

approximate (network-based) location, precise (GPS) location

Network communication

view network connections, full network access, Google Play billing service, receive data from Internet

Hardware controls

control vibration

System tools

prevent phone from sleeping

Extra

android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID, android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION, android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS, android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE, com.discipleskies.android.compass.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION, com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID

Ad network libraries

AdMob

Social libraries

None found

Development tools

Android Jetpack core

Android Architecture Components

Android Jetpack VersionedParcelable Android Jetpack Annotations Android Library Icon

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Android Jetpack Widgets Android Jetpack AppCompat Android Library Icon

Android Jetpack AppCompat AndroidX Activity Android Library Icon

AndroidX Activity Android Activity Saved State Android Library Icon

Android Activity Saved State AndroidX Loader Android Library Icon

AndroidX Loader Google Cloud Messaging (GCM) Android Library Icon

Google Cloud Messaging (GCM)

Android Support VectorDrawable Android WorkManager Android Library Icon

Android WorkManager Google Maps SDK Android Library Icon

Google Maps SDK

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