GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore
GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore is made and published by VirtualMaze. AppBrain is an independent app data site and isn't affiliated with VirtualMaze. The app name, icon, screenshots and description belong to VirtualMaze and are shown as published on Google Play.
AppBrain's verdict
EstablishedPopularWell rated- Rating on Google Play
- 4.41
- 159,608 ratings
- Installs
- 11 million
- Last updated
- October 27, 2026
- Ads
- No ads
- Size
- 107.2 MB
GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore is popular, with 11 million installs. Users rate it well: 4.4 stars from 159,608 ratings.
Summary
GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore from VirtualMaze is an all-in-one GPS toolkit built for outdoor enthusiasts, combining precise location, navigation aids, weather insights, and GPX import/viewer. It has 10,000,000+ total downloads and 12K in the last 30 days, with a rating of 4.41 from 159,608 reviews.
Pros & Cons
- All-in-one GPS toolkit for outdoor activities
- Battery-optimised with fast GPS updates
- GPX import/viewer for trip analysis
- Wear OS compatibility for quick access on a watch
- Compared with some competitors, offline maps and dedicated navigation features may be less emphasized
- Some features may vary by country and regional availability
- Broad permission requirements may impact battery usage and privacy settings
User feedback
Ratings and reviews on Google PlayComments on GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore for Android
Google Play Rating history and histogram
Store listing
By VirtualMaze, from Google Play“Compass, altimeter, GPS tracker, field tools, hiking, running & cycling.”
Description by VirtualMaze Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
Get GPS Tools, all-in-one GPS app which includes location tagging, speedometer, altimeter, compass directions, gps alarm, weather & forecast, distance, level meter, area finder, gps time, gpx importer/viewer, hiking maps, and more.
Highly Battery optimised GPS app
Fast GPS update and Works offline
Easy to use and well organised
Navigation app for all your outdoor activities including hiking
Customisable GPS based tools
Get exact location always even in low signal areas with high accuracy
Useful set of tools with address finder
Share location photo, address and coordinates to others
Track and find your lost phone
Never miss a bus or train stop again with GPS alarm during transit
Going outdoor, trekking or visiting new places? Do not forget to take this app
While trekking you can access altimeter, compass, weather, pressure and more
Import GPX files of your trips. View tracks, routes, elevation and waypoints from GPX files
Analyse information and statistics of your tracks and routes
View graphs(charts) for variations of speed and elevation of your tracks
Get this app for speedometer or odometer
Set speed limit and get warned while over speeding
Record your speed and track your trips
Get direction towards your destination with compass
Measure your surface level with spirit level meter
Find Global Positioning System (GPS) date time
Find GPS locations and directions
Navigate and explore the world
Plan your travel or activity with accurate real-time weather and forecast data
Always be safe with real-time weather alerts and severe weather warnings
Go trekking with all the tools you need in one app
Align your satellite dish with satellite number and signal strength
Stay out of polluted areas and dire diseases with air pollution monitor
Plan your travel based on your local weather and forecast report
Stay dry during rainy season with rain alerts
Stay out of sunburn and melanoma with UV index data
Measure area of your plot, land or house with area finder
Find altitude or distance between any places quickly
Save your favourite places you want to visit or go frequently
Get accurate device sensor data
Have app on your Wear OS smartwatch and stay updated
Steps to Use Wear OS Support:
1. Install the app on Wear OS smartwatch.
2. Open the app on your smartwatch to access and use all supported tools directly on the Wear OS device.
* Supports metric and imperial units
* Some features may not be available in all countries
Disclosure:
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As GPS Tools® app is a GPS based application and it contains many tools/utilities which uses your location while using the app or all the time(even in the background also).
It uses your location while using the app for the following tools or purposes:
- show travelling speed(Speedometer)
- show weather and forecast at where you are
- show current location and address
- show air quality and uv index at where you are
- show direction in compass
- show satellite signal at where you are
- show weather map
It uses your location all the time (even when the mobile app is closed or not in use) for the following tools or purposes:
- to trigger GPS Alarm (GPS Alarm)
- to log location of your device(Track & Find Device)
- to show path you travelled(Trekking Pro)
Download GPS Tools and enjoy using all GPS features with minimal battery usage!
To know more about us and share your feedback, please visit us at
GPS Tools Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/gpstoolsapp
GPS Tools Website: https://gpstools.app
Recent changes:
What's New
Speedometer:
- New HUD and Landscape Modes
- Custom speed alerts per profile: sound, flash & vibration
- G-Force Meter with landscape recording
- Always-On Display support
Sensors:
- Sensor Health Check to identify issues
- Raw Sensor Data Recording
Stability and performance improvements.
Safety and technology
Found in the app by AppBrain- Ads
- No ads
- Price
- Free
- Libraries
- 62
- App size
- 107.2 MB
- Needs Android
- 7.0+
- Content rating
- Everyone
Technologies used by GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore
Releases
Updates seen on Google Play- Version
- 3.5.3.97
- Launched
- November 2014
- Oct 27, 2026UpdateVersion 3.5.3.97
- Oct 19, 2026UpdateVersion 3.5.3.79
- Sep 29, 2026UpdateVersion 3.5.3.61
- Sep 3, 2026UpdateVersion 3.5.3.34
- Aug 24, 2026UpdateVersion 3.5.3.25
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Installs
Tracked by AppBrain- Last 30 days
- 12 thousand
- Per day
- 380
- 30-day average
- Play install range
- 10+ million
- Launched
- November 2014
Installs over time
GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore has been installed 11 million times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 380 installs per day.
Rankings
Google Play top chartsGoogle Play Rankings for GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore
About the app and developer
About GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore
GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore is a tools app developed by VirtualMaze.
Install Statistics
GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore has been downloaded 11 million times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 12 thousand times.
User Ratings
GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore is rated 4.41 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 160 thousand ratings.
App Information
GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore is freely available from Google Play. The APK size is 107.23 MB. The latest APK version available is 3.5.3.97. The last update was on October 27, 2026.
Technical Requirements
GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore requires Android 7.0+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play since November 2014.
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Frequently asked questions about GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore
Is GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore free?
Yes. GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore is free on Google Play.
Is GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore still available?
Yes. GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore is on Google Play, and the last update we saw was on October 27, 2026.
Does GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore contain ads?
No. Google Play does not list GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore as containing ads.
What Android version does GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore require?
GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore runs on Android 7.0 and higher.
How large is GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore?
GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore is 107.23 MB.
Is GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore suitable for children?
Google Play rates the content of GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore as suitable for everyone.
How many times has GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore been installed?
Google Play lists 10,000,000+ installs for GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore.
How do people rate GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore?
GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore scores 4.41 out of 5 stars, from 159,608 ratings on Google Play.
Who made GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore?
GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore was developed by VirtualMaze. It is listed in the tools category on Google Play.
What are the best alternatives to GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore?
People looking at GPS Tools® -Navigate & Explore also look at these tools apps: Altimeter: Elevation & Compass, Altimeter Altitude & Compass, Compass, GPS status, Compass - GPS Map Camera.
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