# Compass for Wear OS watches

> Compass with astro functions for Wear OS, Android Wear smartwatches

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.appfour.wearcompass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.appfour.wearcompass)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.appfour.wearcompass`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** appfour
- **Category:** SPORTS
- **Downloads:** 82,049
- **Rating:** 3.03 / 5 (409 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.0.210304
- **Last updated:** 2021-03-04
- **First published:** 2018-09-13
- **Publisher country:** DE
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-06
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.appfour.wearcompass)
- **Website:** [http://www.appfour.com](http://www.appfour.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.appfour.com/privacy.html](http://www.appfour.com/privacy.html)

## Description

**Compass for Wear OS Watches** brings precise navigation and astronomical insights directly to your wrist. Compatible with a wide range of Wear OS smartwatches, this app functions both as a standalone app and a customizable watchface.

Core features include magnetic and true directional readings that consider your local magnetic variation, plus current sun and moon directions. The app also displays today's sun and moon rise and set directions and times, offering valuable astro functions for outdoor enthusiasts and navigators alike. Note that compass capabilities require a magnetometer sensor in your device, but astro features remain available regardless. The full version unlocks extensive customization options, allowing users to personalize their experience.

Ideal for adventurers, astronomers, and anyone needing reliable directional and celestial data, Compass for Wear OS enhances your smartwatch functionality beyond the ordinary.

## Rankings

- #241,153 — Overall

## Review summary

User reviews highlight that the app functions well on Wear OS watches that have a built-in compass sensor, providing accurate readings and useful additional features. However, many users face issues on watches without compass hardware where the app fails to work. There is also consistent feedback about poor documentation, unclear premium feature access, and occasional calibration challenges. Some users experienced problems with the purchase process and feature unlocking, contributing to dissatisfaction.

### Pros

- Works well on watches with built-in compass sensors like Ticwatch Express and Ticwatch Sport
- Simple and clean design with easy-to-understand layout
- Accurate compass readings after proper calibration
- Includes additional features like sunrise, sunset, and moonrise information
- Useful watch face with some customization options in the premium version

### Cons

- Does not work on watches that lack a built-in compass sensor (e.g., Ticwatch Pro 3, Fossil Q Explorist, LG Sport) leading to 'compass not found' errors
- Lack of documentation or user guide for premium features and customization options
- Calibration can be tricky and may require multiple attempts or outdoor environment to achieve accuracy
- Some users report the paid version does not unlock features as expected or issues with purchase processing
- Large app size despite being a simple compass app

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.appfour.wearcompass)