# Compass: Direction Compass > Compass digital is a good choice for you to find the true direction conveniently Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.compass.compassapp.compassfree](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.compass.compassapp.compassfree) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.compass.compassapp.compassfree` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** GOMIN MOBILE - **Category:** TOOLS - **Downloads:** 7,319,269 - **Rating:** 3.67 / 5 (10,452 ratings) - **Version:** 3.1.2 - **Last updated:** 2026-06-30 - **First published:** 2019-10-04 - **Publisher country:** VN - **Size:** 51 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-15 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.compass.compassapp.compassfree) - **Website:** [https://govo.tech/](https://govo.tech/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/gominprivacypolicy/](https://sites.google.com/view/gominprivacypolicy/) ## Description **Compass: Direction Compass** is a digital compass app designed to help you determine true directional bearings quickly and easily on your Android device. Whether you're camping, hiking, traveling, or simply exploring, this lightweight compass application offers accurate readings of north, south, east, and west directions using earth's magnetic field sensors. Featuring a clean and intuitive interface with multiple stylish compass designs, it gives precise angle and direction information. The app also supports interactive map positioning, allowing you to check directions anywhere without location restrictions. Additionally, it includes a Qibla compass feature to help find the direction of the Kaaba for prayer. To optimize accuracy, the app advises adjusting the compass with figure-8 maneuvers and avoiding magnetic interference. With its fast sensor response, simple design, and helpful navigation features, Compass: Direction Compass is an essential tool for anyone needing reliable compass functionality on their device. Download now to empower your travels and stay oriented wherever you go! ## Rankings - #18,129 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS` - `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.FLASHLIGHT` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.GET_TASKS` - `android.permission.HIGH_SAMPLING_RATE_SENSORS` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED` - `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM` - `android.permission.USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `com.android.alarm.permission.SET_ALARM` - `com.android.vending.BILLING` - `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE` - `com.applovin.array.apphub.permission.BIND_APPHUB_SERVICE` - `com.compass.compassapp.compassfree.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` - `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE` - `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` - `com.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA` - `com.samsung.android.mapsagent.permission.READ_APP_INFO` ## Review summary Most reviews are negative due to intrusive ads and stability issues. Users report frequent, disruptive ads that interrupt navigation or prevent the app from working, leading to uninstalls. A smaller subset finds the compass useful or rates it as good, but several reviews note wrong or unreliable directions. Overall sentiment leans toward frustration with ads and accuracy rather than usability. ### Pros - Direction/compass feature can be helpful for some users - Overall positive sentiment with reviews saying the app is good/very good - Some users report quick access to the direction and fast download/startup ### Cons - Overwhelming and intrusive advertisements (pop-ups, overlays, multiple ads) - Ads disrupt functionality and can cause the app to not run or crash - Wrong or inaccurate directions reported by multiple users ## Similar extensions and apps - [Dig Compass: Direction Compass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.direction.smart.compass) — 13,711 users - [Compass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.compass.digitalcompass.icompass.compassPlusGS) — 2,228 users - [Digital Compass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.phototoolsapp.supercompass.icompass.digitalcompass) — 1,366 users - [Compass App: Direction Compass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.compass.direction.directionfinder.digitalcompass) — 24,417 users - [Digital Compass for Android](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.compass.digital.direction.directionfinder) — 14,872,123 users, 2.16 / 5 - [Compass - Direction Finder](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dga.accurate.compass.direction) — 824,033 users, 4.21 / 5 - [Digital Compass: Smart Compass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.apt.smart.compass.digital.finddirection) — 119,667 users - [Compass App: Compass Direction](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.compass.digitalcompass.smartcompass.qiblacompass.compassapp) — 1,639,698 users, 3.55 / 5 - [Compass App: Digital Compass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.smart.compass.digial.compass.direction) — 694 users - [Digital Compass -Smart Compass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.eas.navigation.digital.compass.maps.compass3d.directionalcompass.compassmaps.accuratecompass) — 433 users - [Compass - Direction Compass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.doubleb.compass) — 17,105 users - [Digital compass: Directions](https://chrome-stats.com/d/digital.compass.digitalcompass.direction.finder.navigation) — 7 users --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.compass.compassapp.compassfree)