# 3D Compass Plus

> 3D compass with augmented reality view, Auto rotate map, Big heading degrees.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.a0soft.gphone.aCompassPlus](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.a0soft.gphone.aCompassPlus)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.a0soft.gphone.aCompassPlus`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** AZSoft Technology Inc.
- **Category:** MAPS\_AND\_NAVIGATION
- **Downloads:** 981,310
- **Rating:** 4.39 / 5 (6,829 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.90
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-31
- **First published:** 2011-08-04
- **Publisher country:** TW
- **Size:** 8.75 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-06
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.a0soft.gphone.aCompassPlus)
- **Website:** [http://android.a0soft.com/download.htm](http://android.a0soft.com/download.htm)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://android.a0soft.com/privacy\_policy.htm](http://android.a0soft.com/privacy_policy.htm)

## Description

3D Compass Plus is a versatile compass Chrome extension that blends augmented reality with practical navigation tools. It features a real-time updated 3D compass, GPS coordinates, speed, altitude, and address display—all in a single, user-friendly interface. Users can record videos on supported devices, take screenshots embedded with date, time, and location EXIF tags, and benefit from an auto-rotating map that adjusts based on the user's orientation.

Designed for both fun and functionality, the app supports portrait and landscape modes and includes marine, rose, and artificial horizon compasses. Ideal for travelers and outdoor enthusiasts, 3D Compass Plus offers bright visibility adjustments for outdoor use and ensures an ad-free experience in its PRO version. Recognized for innovative design by Google I/O 2011, this extension remains a reliable companion for navigation needs.

## Rankings

- #68,910 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PROJECTION`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_BASIC_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.a0soft.gphone.aCompassPlus.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Overall, users laud 3D Compass Plus for being easy to use and highly useful for navigation and heading, with strong versatility and ongoing updates. Repeated drawbacks include device-specific orientation problems, occasional crashes, and monetization concerns (unclear pricing and intrusive ads). Despite these, many reviews note quick developer responsiveness and a long history of usefulness.

### Pros

- Easy to use and intuitive.
- Very useful for quick location and heading checks, helping avoid getting lost.
- Versatile with features that support multiple use cases (ham radio, photography, real estate, travel).
- Long-standing app with ongoing improvements and updates.
- Responsive developer support and issue handling.

### Cons

- Orientation issues on some devices (compass canted or upside-down).
- Stability problems: crashes or not functioning properly on certain devices.
- Monetization concerns: pricing for the full version is unclear and ads can be intrusive after paying.
- Accuracy can be unreliable with slight tilts (inaccurate readings).
- Limited support on very old Android versions (e.g., Marshmallow) or certain devices.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.a0soft.gphone.aCompassPlus)