# Waypoint

> Waypoint is the ultimate location tool for your Android device.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.thedroiddev.waypoint](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.thedroiddev.waypoint)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.thedroiddev.waypoint`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** The Droid Dev
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 62,684
- **Version:** 6.2
- **Last updated:** 2016-01-05
- **First published:** 2010-09-11
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-09
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.thedroiddev.waypoint)
- **Website:** [http://thedroiddev.blogspot.com](http://thedroiddev.blogspot.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://thedroiddev.blogspot.com/2017/03/privacy-policy.html](http://thedroiddev.blogspot.com/2017/03/privacy-policy.html)

## Description

Waypoint is a comprehensive location management tool designed for Android devices. It lets you save, organize, and manage waypoints, routes, and tracks with ease using customizable categories such as fishing, hunting, or parking locations. Users can view their waypoints on maps and Google Maps, enabling features like directions, street views, and topographical data.

Key features include a car locator, compass, speedometer, proximity alerts, and a coordinate converter. Users can also share locations via social media or messaging apps in the Pro version. The app supports exporting and importing location data in multiple file formats like GPX, KML, and CSV for use with other GPS devices or software. Waypoint offers both a free, ad-supported version with limited waypoints and a Pro upgrade for full functionality without ads and with enhanced features.

## Rankings

- #271,546 — Overall

## Review summary

Users find the Waypoint app useful for outdoor navigation and managing waypoints with accuracy, especially in settings where traditional maps fall short. It is praised for being intuitive and effective in locating saved positions. However, several users note issues with GPS accuracy and location acquisition, sometimes causing erroneous directions. The app can be initially confusing, and first-time bugs were reported, though these appear to be resolved with continued use.

### Pros

- Accurately directs users to saved coordinates.
- Effective for outdoor activities like hunting and backcountry navigation.
- Allows marking and managing waypoints without relying on street addresses.
- Free version provides valuable features.
- User interface is intuitive for those familiar with GPS navigation.

### Cons

- Inconsistent location acquisition and GPS issues reported.
- Initial setup or usage can be confusing without spending time to learn.
- Bugs noted on first use, such as erroneous coordinate requirements.
- Problems with distance accuracy in some cases, leading to incorrect navigation.

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