# GB Grid Ref Compass

> Never get lost. Find out your current location in GB Grid Reference Format.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.mikeirving.oscompass`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Mike Irving
- **Category:** MAPS\_AND\_NAVIGATION
- **Downloads:** 2,424
- **Version:** 2.0
- **Last updated:** 2016-09-27
- **First published:** 2014-03-23
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mikeirving.oscompass)
- **Website:** [http://www.mike-irving.co.uk/portfolio/mobile-apps/gb-grid-ref-compass/](http://www.mike-irving.co.uk/portfolio/mobile-apps/gb-grid-ref-compass/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.mike-irving.co.uk/portfolio/mobile-apps/app-privacy-information/](http://www.mike-irving.co.uk/portfolio/mobile-apps/app-privacy-information/)

## Description

"GB Grid Ref Compass" is an essential Android app for outdoor enthusiasts, enabling precise location tracking in Great Britain using GB Grid Reference format. It displays your compass bearing, latitude, and longitude in both OSGB36 and WGS84 formats, ensuring you’re never lost. Ideal for walkers and hikers, it also provides tips for optimal usage and allows easy sharing of location information. Use it alongside traditional maps and compasses for the best experience.

## Rankings

- #897,153 — Overall

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