# GPS Waypoints Navigator > \Navigation system for hiking, marine and offroad adventures.\ Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.discipleskies.android.gpswaypointsnavigator](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.discipleskies.android.gpswaypointsnavigator) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.discipleskies.android.gpswaypointsnavigator` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Disciple Skies Software - **Category:** MAPS\_AND\_NAVIGATION - **Downloads:** 59,783 - **Rating:** 4.68 / 5 (3,954 ratings) - **Version:** 9.36 - **Last updated:** 2026-08-11 - **First published:** 2012-06-28 - **Publisher country:** US - **Size:** 19 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-11 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.discipleskies.android.gpswaypointsnavigator) - **Website:** [http://www.discipleskies.com](http://www.discipleskies.com/) - **Privacy policy:** [http://www.discipleskies.com/gps\_waypoints\_navigator\_privacy.html](http://www.discipleskies.com/gps_waypoints_navigator_privacy.html) ## Description GPS Waypoints Navigator transforms your phone into a reliable GPS tool for outdoor and urban navigation. Perfect for hiking, off-road driving, maritime use, and exploring wilderness or cities, it offers offline access to over 400 3D vector maps including Topo Maps, Google Maps, Satellite, and nautical charts. Organize waypoints with photos and notes, record and share trails, and navigate using dual waypoint guidance systems and compasses. Features like drag anchor alerts, weather maps with live Doppler radar, altitude profiles, and military coordinate finding ensure thorough situational awareness. Supports diverse coordinate formats and seamless integration with Google Earth for enhanced navigation experiences. No registration required, with turn-by-turn driving directions available via Google Maps integration. ## Rankings - #277,574 — Overall - #156 — Maps and navigation (Gross) ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `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.HIGH_SAMPLING_RATE_SENSORS` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.POLARIS_GPS_ACCESS` - `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE` - `com.discipleskies.android.gpswaypointsnavigator.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` ## Review summary Users appreciate GPS Waypoints Navigator for its reliable GPS functionality, clean interface, and rich features useful for hiking, boating, and off-grid navigation. The app replicates a dedicated GPS experience and offers offline map support. However, multiple users note occasional GPS tracking inaccuracies and insufficient map details for certain topo maps. The interface and waypoint management can be confusing, especially when handling many waypoints. Additionally, users desire enhanced track editing, detailed statistics, and better data backup or syncing options. Overall, the app is valued but has notable areas for improvement. ### Pros - Feels like using a dedicated GPS device; reliable for navigation and outdoor activities - Clean, intuitive, and easy-to-use interface - Feature rich with offline map downloads and versatile waypoint management - Good for hiking, boating, and off-grid navigation - Helpful and responsive developer support ### Cons - Map detail can be insufficient; some topo maps lack marked trails - GPS tracking sometimes inaccurate with occasional straight line errors - Interface and waypoint management can be confusing and unintuitive, especially with many waypoints - Lack of track editing and detailed statistics for recorded tracks - No automatic backup or syncing of data across devices ## Similar extensions and apps - [TrailMap: Hiking GPS Tracker](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.devpulse.trailmap) — 46 users - [Adventure Navigator](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.adventureapp.guide.navigator) — 6 users - [Trailblazer Navigator Pro](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.discipleskies.android.ezgps) — 138,541 users, 4.30 / 5 - [PathAway Outdoor GPS Navigator](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.muskokatech.PathAwayFree) — 107,107 users, 4.08 / 5 - [BackCountry Navigator GPS PRO](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.crittermap.backcountrynavigator.license) — 257,927 users, 3.04 / 5 - [BackCountry Nav Topo Maps GPS](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.crittermap.backcountrynavigator) — 1,522,183 users, 3.84 / 5 - [Guru Maps Pro & GPS Tracker](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bodunov.GalileoPro) — 63,088 users, 4.52 / 5 - [TrekkingPoint](https://chrome-stats.com/d/air.it.palaferri.trekkingpoint) — 68 users - [TrekkingPoint Lite](https://chrome-stats.com/d/air.it.palaferri.trekkingpointlite) — 3,629 users - [PathFinder Way: GPS & Compass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.evue.simplecompass) — 38 users - [GPS Hiking Tracker](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gps_hiking_tracker.advanced_hiking_tool_v5) — 57 users - [GeoPoint: Waypoint Navigator](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.sunmarcs.apps.waypointnavigator) — 782 users --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.discipleskies.android.gpswaypointsnavigator)