# Compass Free

> Professional compass in your pocket, when you need it, where you need it

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.compassfree`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** PRO Compass
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 4,916,367
- **Rating:** 4.52 / 5 (33,226 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.41
- **Last updated:** 2024-06-14
- **First published:** 2013-07-19
- **Size:** 5.20 MB
- **Data as of:** 2025-04-28
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.compassfree)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.procompass.xyz/privacy\_policy.php](http://www.procompass.xyz/privacy_policy.php)

## Description

**Compass Free** is your professional compass in your pocket, ready whenever and wherever you need it. Designed to work like a real compass, it requires a device with a magnetic sensor to accurately detect earth's magnetic field. The app features clear direction indicators (north, south, east, west), a rotating bezel for advanced navigation, and a side window display showing precise degrees.

Using Compass Free is straightforward: hold your device flat with the lubber line pointing in your desired direction, and use the bezel to lock your heading. The app's design prioritizes functionality with large, easy-to-read numbers, minimal battery consumption, and optimized code for a compact app size. Whether you're hiking, traveling, or exploring, Compass Free offers reliable and professional navigation — all for free!

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

### Pros

- User-friendly ads that are not intrusive
- Easy to use and understand
- Accurate readings compared to physical compasses
- Helpful for finding direction in foreign places
- Easy calibration process

### Cons

- Inaccurate readings reported by multiple users
- Some users experienced app issues related to magnetic sensors
- Ads are perceived as troublesome by some users
- Occasional calibration issues that lead to wrong directions
- Claims of data selling instead of just ad support

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