# DS Barometer & Altimeter

> Barometer for devices with or without a barometer sensor. Includes altimeter.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.discipleskies.android.dsbarometer](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.discipleskies.android.dsbarometer)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.discipleskies.android.dsbarometer`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Disciple Skies Software
- **Category:** WEATHER
- **Downloads:** 982,974
- **Rating:** 4.33 / 5 (5,830 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.81
- **Last updated:** 2025-09-26
- **First published:** 2014-01-09
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 10 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.discipleskies.android.dsbarometer)
- **Website:** [http://www.discipleskies.com](http://www.discipleskies.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.discipleskies.com/ds\_barometer\_privacy\_policy.html](http://www.discipleskies.com/ds_barometer_privacy_policy.html)

## Description

DS Barometer & Altimeter is a meticulously designed Chrome extension that provides accurate barometric pressure and altitude readings, suitable for devices with or without built-in barometer sensors. It calculates mean sea level pressure, enabling reliable weather forecasting by standardizing atmospheric pressure values across different locations. The tool features background pressure monitoring with detailed graphs, charts, and data export to CSV format for advanced analysis.

Ideal not only for weather enthusiasts but also for individuals sensitive to barometric pressure changes affecting migraines or arthritis, this extension offers temperature readings and an altimeter supported by LIDAR/RADAR topographic data. With intuitive controls and detailed explanations for each measurement, DS Barometer & Altimeter ensures users understand their data. Please note background location access is needed for full functionality, and some battery-saving features may interfere with monitoring.

## Rankings

- #68,986 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_LOCATION_EXTRA_COMMANDS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.discipleskies.android.dsbarometer.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

DS Barometer & Altimeter is praised for accurate barometric data and its easy, lightweight interface. Users value the history/logs and clear barometer graphs for spotting trends, along with alert options for high/low pressure. The app is affordable and offers an ad-free option. Common drawbacks include occasional chart/graph update problems, elevation readings that can be significantly off, and accuracy that can depend on location data. Some users also note purchases/permissions requirements. Overall, it's reliable for routine monitoring and aviation use when data is current and location is available, but issues with updates and elevation accuracy deserve attention.

### Pros

- Accurate and dependable barometric data (valued by pilots).
- Simple, easy-to-use interface with useful logs/history for tracking trends.
- Barometer history/graphs provide clear trend visualization and alerts.
- Alarm/alerts for high and low pressure.
- Lightweight and affordable (low resource usage with ad-free option).

### Cons

- Graph/chart data occasionally fails to update in the background or isn't refreshed consistently.
- Elevation readings can be significantly inaccurate (off by thousands of feet).
- Accuracy can depend on location data and may be wrong if location data is unavailable.
- Some reviews mention purchases/permissions requirements.

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