# GPS Status & Toolbox

> Get a faster GPS fix! ...and so much more...

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.eclipsim.gpsstatus2](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.eclipsim.gpsstatus2)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.eclipsim.gpsstatus2`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** MobiWIA Kft.
- **Category:** TRAVEL\_AND\_LOCAL
- **Downloads:** 21,648,685
- **Rating:** 4.24 / 5 (154,273 ratings)
- **Version:** 11.4.316
- **Last updated:** 2024-10-27
- **First published:** 2024-10-27
- **Publisher country:** HU
- **Size:** 6.78 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.eclipsim.gpsstatus2)
- **Website:** [https://mobiwia.com/gpsstatus](https://mobiwia.com/gpsstatus)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://mobiwia.com/gpsstatus/privacy](https://mobiwia.com/gpsstatus/privacy)

## Description

GPS Status & Toolbox is a powerful Chrome extension designed to enhance your GPS experience. It helps you get a faster GPS fix and provides comprehensive GPS and sensor data including satellite positions, speed, altitude, and device orientation. With tools like a compass, leveling tool, and the ability to mark and navigate waypoints, it is perfect for everyday use, geocaching, or finding your parked car.

The PRO version offers advanced features such as unlimited waypoints with export functionality, pressure and temperature readings, picture-in-picture mode, background AGPS updates, widgets, and an ad-free experience. This extension is an essential utility for anyone relying on GPS and sensor data on their devices.

## Rankings

- #7,074 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_LOCATION_EXTRA_COMMANDS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACTIVITY_RECOGNITION`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.eclipsim.gpsstatus2.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users praise GPS Status & Toolbox as a simple, fast, and reliable GPS tool with years of use and solid support for legacy Pro keys. It’s valued for locating position and speed and for versatile geolocation tasks. However, recurring concerns center on intrusive ads and subscription requirements, licensing issues with Pro keys (detection problems and extra charges), and occasional usability gaps like missing tutorials. Overall, core functionality is strong, but monetization and licensing friction stand out.

### Pros

- Simple, fast and reliable GPS status tool
- Long-term usage with continued user satisfaction
- Legacy Pro key works across devices/upgrades
- Versatile GPS utility for locating position and speed (useful for activities like orienteering)

### Cons

- Ads and subscription model disrupts usage and gates features
- Pro licensing issues: legacy Pro key not detected and requests for additional payments with no extra functionality
- Occasional usability gaps such as lack of tutorials or clear instructions for new users

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.eclipsim.gpsstatus2)