# Grand Design Compass Connect

> The Compass application puts the power into your hands to control your RV

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.lci1.compass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.lci1.compass)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.lci1.compass`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Lippert Components
- **Category:** PRODUCTIVITY
- **Downloads:** 39,532
- **Rating:** 3.43 / 5 (222 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.6.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-13
- **First published:** 2019-12-17
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 155 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lci1.compass)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.lci1.com/privacy-notice](https://www.lci1.com/privacy-notice)

## Description

The **Grand Design Compass Connect** app transforms your RV experience by bringing smart home convenience on the road. With this app, you can easily manage and customize key RV devices and systems such as slides, awnings, battery monitoring, and water levels. Create personalized modes tailored to your trip stages, save favorite devices for quick access, and use handy checklists for trip planning and maintenance. The app also supports a Dark Mode for better readability.

For compatible RV models, additional advanced features include active bubble level monitoring with auto-leveling, automatic generator scheduling, customizable lighting including dimming and RGB options, and remote device control via ConnectAnywhere™ 2.0 with a Telematics plan. Extend your RV capabilities even further by adding aftermarket accessories like TPMS for tire health, liquid propane sensors, temperature sensors for food safety, and smart door locks for enhanced security. Ensure your RV compatibility and enrich your trips with this intuitive control app. Bluetooth® or WiFi connection is required for operation.

## Rankings

- #330,621 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BATTERY_STATS`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_CONFIGURATION`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FLASHLIGHT`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.lci1.compass.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users find the Grand Design Compass Connect app useful for controlling awnings, slides, lights, and monitoring tire pressure. However, many report persistent connectivity problems, crashes, and excessive battery usage. Recent updates have introduced significant bugs, such as constant disconnections, false motion detection locking controls, and removed features. The app also requires internet login despite Bluetooth operation, causing issues with offline use. Users frequently express frustration with poor developer support and lack of fixes, making the app unreliable despite its promising functions.

### Pros

- Controls and monitors awning and slide functions, especially helpful in tight spots.
- Integrates Tire Linc system to monitor tire pressure and temperature within the app.
- Allows remote control of lights and leveling features when connected properly.
- Initial versions worked well and were useful without requiring internet.
- Provides a unique feature set specific to Grand Design RVs that appeals to users.

### Cons

- Frequent app crashes and instability, especially after recent updates.
- Connectivity issues: app often disconnects, fails to connect, or loses connection to cameras and Tire Linc system.
- App requires internet login even though Bluetooth devices don't require internet, making it difficult or unusable in areas without coverage.
- Battery drain on phones due to background processes and pop-up notifications.
- User interface and functionality problems, including false 'in-motion' lockouts and lack of Android Auto integration.
- Lack of timely developer response and bug fixes for widespread problems.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.lci1.compass)