# Navigation Watch

> See Maps navigation directions from your phone on the smartwatch.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.pineapps.navigation](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.pineapps.navigation)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.pineapps.navigation`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Prog Apps
- **Category:** MAPS\_AND\_NAVIGATION
- **Downloads:** 310,319
- **Rating:** 3.14 / 5 (834 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.79
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-02
- **First published:** 2021-01-26
- **Publisher country:** DE
- **Size:** 11 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pineapps.navigation)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/navigationwatch/home](https://sites.google.com/view/navigationwatch/home)

## Description

Navigation Watch is a convenient Chrome extension that enables you to see Google Maps navigation directions from your phone directly on your smartwatch. Supported devices include Fitbit, Garmin, Huawei, and Wear OS watches. After installation, simply start navigation on your phone and launch Navigation Watch on your smartwatch to receive real-time turn-by-turn directions.

The app vibrates to signal upcoming turns—two vibrations for left turns and three for right turns—ensuring you never miss a turn without staring at your phone. It displays key navigation details such as turns, distance, direction, speed, and estimated arrival time. Please note that the Wear OS app requires your phone to be active and does not show a map on the watch itself. This seamless integration enhances your navigation experience, especially when on the move.

## Rankings

- #128,191 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA`
- `com.pineapps.navigation.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

User feedback is heavily negative overall, with frequent reports that the app fails on many wearables (Huawei, Amazfit, Garmin) and does not reliably launch or sync with Google Maps. Recurring complaints include a paid/subscription model that feels deceptive, plus privacy concerns over extensive permissions. UI/UX bugs are common—blank screens, missing maps, 'app isn’t installed' errors, and QR-code-only screens. Support is often described as poor or unresponsive. A minority praise the navigation feature when it functions.

### Pros

- Watch-based navigation directions are appreciated when the feature works.
- Some reviewers report the navigation experience as good and usable.
- The app is described as almost flawless with minor feature requests (e.g., total distance).
- Navigation provides step-by-step guidance on the watch when functional.

### Cons

- Not working or unreliable across wearables (Huawei GT6 Pro, Amazfit T-Rex 3, Garmin Instinct 2) and auto-launch issues.
- Requires a subscription/paywall; paid version often stops working and is perceived deceptive.
- Privacy concerns due to extensive permissions and data access (risk of 2FA exposure).
- Major UI/UX bugs: blank screens, missing maps, 'app isn't installed' errors, and QR-code-only screens.
- Poor support and unresolved issues after payment; lack of timely fixes.

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