# Geodetic Compass

> Your MUST HAVE app trekking or hiking in Taiwan!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ubiris.twdcompass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ubiris.twdcompass)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.ubiris.twdcompass`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Outdoor Safety Lab
- **Category:** TRAVEL\_AND\_LOCAL
- **Downloads:** 523,930
- **Rating:** 4.00 / 5 (1,533 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.0.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-01
- **First published:** 2017-12-10
- **Publisher country:** TW
- **Size:** 23 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ubiris.twdcompass)
- **Website:** [https://outdoorsafetylab.org/](https://outdoorsafetylab.org/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://outdoorsafetylab.org/privacy#twdcompass](https://outdoorsafetylab.org/privacy#twdcompass)

## Description

The **Compass and Coordinate Tool** is your essential companion for trekking or hiking in Taiwan. This Chrome extension offers a super-fast way to acquire and share your real-time location using a built-in compass. You can easily send your location with optional custom messages or SOS alerts, integrated with Taiwan's 911 emergency system for quick assistance. 

Additionally, the tool supports multiple coordinate formats specific to Taiwan, including Taipower geocoding for utility pole references. Despite its advanced features, please note it's not intended for high-precision measurements. Built upon open-source projects, this extension encourages responsible use and adherence to Leave-No-Trace principles to protect nature.

## Rankings

- #97,793 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `com.ubiris.twdcompass.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users appreciate that the app offers useful compass and coordinate tools, is easy to use, and has good visibility. Many consider it among the better compass apps available. However, multiple users report the compass feature fails on some devices, and there are concerns about the app's requests for location data. Additionally, some reviews note limited testing in real field conditions and occasional issues with app performance.

### Pros

- Provides useful compass and coordinate functions beyond just a compass
- Easy to use
- Good visibility and clear interface
- Meets user requirements effectively
- Considered one of the better compass apps available

### Cons

- Compass feature does not work reliably on some devices
- Concerns about app requesting location data without clear reason
- Limited field testing by users
- Some users experienced the app not working or crashing

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