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MBCompass

MBCompass

A featurish, lightweight compass app

Website github.com
Overview

What it is

MBCompass is a modern, free, and open source Compass and Navigation app without Ads, IAP, or Tracking. That's support Compass and Navigation features like real-time GPS, OpenStreetMap support, clear cardinal direction, being lightweight and simple!

Intent

I need it when

Track hiking and trekking routes with accurate compass and GPS location data

MBCompass provides real-time compass with magnetic and true north, GPS tracking on OpenStreetMap, and track recording with polyline visualization. Users can record, analyze, and export tracks as GPX files for outdoor activities.

Use a lightweight, battery-efficient navigation app without privacy concerns or data tracking

MBCompass is under 2 MB, battery-efficient, has no ads or tracking, uses native Android APIs instead of Google Play Services, and stores all location data locally on the device. Privacy-first design with no data collection or sharing.

Share and export navigation tracks with others in standard formats

MBCompass allows users to export tracks as GPX files using the system file picker and share tracks via Android share sheet, enabling easy collaboration and data portability.

Navigate and track location on OpenStreetMap with customizable interface and offline capability

MBCompass displays live GPS location on OpenStreetMap, supports light/dark/AMOLED themes, landscape orientation, and has planned offline map support. Built with Jetpack Compose for clean Material Design UI.

Record and analyze movement data including distance, duration, speed, and elevation changes

MBCompass offers track statistics (distance, duration, average speed, elevation gain/loss, min/max altitude) and allows users to star and sort tracks for organization. Data stays on device unless explicitly exported.

Drop

Not a fit when

  • User requires turn-by-turn navigation with real-time traffic updates and route optimization
  • User needs offline maps with comprehensive global coverage and frequent updates
  • User requires integration with commercial mapping services or third-party navigation APIs
  • User needs advanced features like voice guidance, lane guidance, or speed limit warnings
  • User requires commercial support, SLA guarantees, or enterprise licensing options
Commercials

Pricing

Free and open-source (GPL-3.0). No ads, in-app purchases, or tracking. Optional donations accepted. View pricing