AR Compass puts an augmented-reality compass on your phone, letting you locate landmarks, share positions, and measure heights with a simple AR overlay. AR Compass uses a bright green arrow to indicate the selected landmark while an internal fusion algorithm combines the magnetometer, accelerometer and gyroscope to keep the display stable and accurate. Use the adjustable split-screen map, GPS readouts (latitude, longitude, speed, altitude, satellite count) and several ways to set waypoints by coordinates, map long-press or distance and bearing; AR Compass is a practical utility for geocaching, checking magnetic fields and estimating heights in the field.
Key features include a 3D augmented reality view with a clear green arrow pointing to the selected landmark, high-precision compass behavior through sensor fusion and filtering, an integrated adjustable split-screen map with detailed GPS readouts, a height measurement tool for estimating large objects, a magnetic field strength meter with alerts for interference, and multiple landmark input and sharing options such as coordinate entry, map long-press or setting by distance and bearing.
Advantages of AR Compass include accurate and stable directional readings thanks to multi-sensor fusion, intuitive AR guidance that makes following a bearing easier without reading raw numbers, useful outdoor tools combined in one app for height measurement and magnetic field detection, flexible waypoint creation and sharing, and a split-screen map that preserves situational awareness while using the AR view.
Limitations include the potential for compass accuracy to be affected by nearby magnetic interference, so calibration and avoiding metal sources is recommended; height measurements work best for large, clearly visible objects and may be less reliable on small or distant targets; and overall performance depends on the quality and calibration of your device's sensors and GPS reception.
AR Compass is developed by Alex from CodeKonditor, an independent developer who focuses on sensor-driven utilities and AR tools. The developer maintains and updates the app alongside other utility projects.
