# Compass and GPS tools

> A simple tool for Compass, Speed and GPS Accuracy

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.cls.gpswidget](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.cls.gpswidget)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.cls.gpswidget`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Lakshman
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 116,601
- **Rating:** 4.63 / 5 (1,487 ratings)
- **Version:** 30.0.8
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-05
- **First published:** 2011-08-05
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 6.72 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cls.gpswidget)
- **Website:** [https://lakshman5876.github.io](https://lakshman5876.github.io/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://lakshman5876.github.io/gps-privacy-policy](https://lakshman5876.github.io/gps-privacy-policy)

## Description

**Compass and GPS Tools** is a straightforward Chrome extension designed to provide users with accurate navigation and satellite data. It offers a quick and reliable way to find compass directions like East, and delivers vital navigation statistics including course, speed, altitude, latitude, and longitude.

Ideal for situations where GPS signals might be weak, such as indoors, this tool helps users locate areas with stronger GPS reception to enhance location accuracy. Additionally, it displays satellite stats such as accuracy, signal strength, almanac data, ephemeris details, azimuth, and GPS time. The extension also features an optional premium upgrade that removes ads for an uninterrupted experience.

## Rankings

- #205,817 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_BASIC_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.cls.gpswidget.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users appreciate the app for its accuracy, simplicity, and reliable compass and GPS functions, including altitude readings even at high altitudes. However, multiple users expressed dissatisfaction with the removal of the widget and found the existing widget lacking key features. There are also complaints about inability to disable sound and missing features like speed, location, and heading display. Despite these issues, the app remains practical and useful for many.

### Pros

- Accurate compass and GPS tools, works well even at high altitudes as noted during flight travel
- Simple and practical interface, easy to use and without bloat
- Provides information about altitude and satellite info effectively
- App is generally stable and meets basic expectations for a compass and GPS tool

### Cons

- Removal of the widget feature caused frustration and disappointment among users
- Widget itself is considered poor by some users, lacking directional indicators like a standard compass
- Cannot turn off app sound, which some users find annoying
- Missing features such as GPS location display, speed, and heading, which some users expect
- Problems with speed function not working properly in some cases

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