Spyglass

Name: Spyglass
Rating: 4.7 (3864 reviews)
Author: Pavel Ahafonau

by Pavel Ahafonau

iPhone · iPad

Active Last checked 6 Aug 2026

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At a glance: From $3.99/mo
Free to download
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Navigation
Utilities

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Key functions

Function	Availability	Access	Scope	Evidence
Free app	Yes	Free	—	Store published
In-app purchases	Yes	Limited free	—	Store published

Screens

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30 store screenshots

Pricing & paywalls

App Store

Spyglass Plus (Month) — $3.99/month
Spyglass Plus (Month) — $29.99/year ($2.49/mo)
Spyglass Pro (Lifetime) — $39.99

Last verified 6 Aug 2026

Ratings & reviews

App Store

4.7 3864 ratings · App Store

3/53 Stars, Here’s why:
No “map only” function. Sometimes I just want to view the map without the compass blocking my view, and also have the altitude/coordinates track that marker live. Which brings me to problem 2, a huge one: you better be on location to mark a waypoint, otherwise this compass has no idea what the elevation is. Leaving you to completely guess how much of a climb something is. This isn’t a replacement for proper orienteering, but even on my day hikes I’d like to know if a certain planned route is doable on app, since it’s more than capable of accessing the elevation data. This is a glaring omission by the developer(s), who have otherwise done an excellent job. Leading to Point 3: elevation difference on target marker is a forgotten feature as well, apparently. Why I would only want to know straight line distance is beyond me. That’s practically useless on its own in the mountains. So I’m 700’ off target but have a 1000’ elevation difference (55°grade). PRETTY IMPORTANT TO KNOW. Please fix these inconveniences and I’ll update the review with to reflect this excellent utility.

Pwarr201571 · 6 Aug 2026
5/5Everything a good compass can do but…
Years later and I still live this app. I also still wish you could orienteer like a real compass. All it needs is a direction of travel line, and an orienteering arrow (that little house to keep the needle in) and a way to turn the bezel to a specific azimuthal (without moving the map). Happy to resend screen shots of what it could look like if that helps. Original review below: It lacks a direction of travel line and an orienteering arrow. You can certainly shoot an azimuth by setting a way point, and can see direction of travel once you start moving but… It would be nice to be able line up the direction of travel, the needle, and orienteering arrow; then two finger turn the bezel to say 10°, turn your body until the needle is inside the orienteering window and walk following the direction of travel line. Should be an easy UI update. It also lacks a ruler, which I imagine is harder to implement with all the different screen sized (or need to calibrate it) and wouldn’t be easily used with a paper map (and not needed for a digital map). This is a full featured compass that makes use of all the phone sensor data and map data and nicely integrates gps, gyros, and accelerometers. it even emulates a site glass when you hold the phone 90° and “look” through the phone screen.

AS701 · 6 Aug 2026
5/5Great App, creator, update
Don’t Panic 🌍👍 It’s a little confusing but it’s safe update. If you’re new, this is great app and you should definitely try it out. Kudos to the creator of this app for taking care of the longtime users. If you’ve been burned by other apps, it’s understandable but don’t worry this dev is managing a transition as well as possible with the App Store framework. I upgraded mine successfully. There is: Spyglass, Spyglass Pro, and Spyglass Plus. If you paid for to upgrade previously to Pro grab the new version, ignore the expired subscription notice, and Restore Purchase in the app’s settings menu. You will have Pro again. If you had just Spyglass before v3,31 it looks like (ie I may be wrong) the developer is giving you Pro as well, which is generous. There is also an option to subscribe right now to Plus at a discount for maps and places when offline. The Pro features do not need a Plus subscription. I really enjoy this app. It’s very cool, has never given me problems, and does what it says. The creator is still maintaining it all these years on and hopefully this transition helps keep it profitable to do so for many more to come.

Zæphyr · 6 Aug 2026
5/5Elite Quality App
This is one of those rare apps that you come across every so often that truly demonstrates the power of what an application on a smart phone can do. I personally have only come across a handful of apps that are what I consider "elite". This App works flawlessly. The design is very slick and minimal which I equate to quality. I could honestly see this application being something that you would see on a screen in the cockpit of a jet aircraft. After using this app for only a short time, it becomes obvious that the creator of this app has the Swift/Objective-C programming language mastered. I honestly wish that the author of this app would create a Celeste you'll start tracking app as I know it would be five stars as well. By this up with confidence if you are looking for a top-tier application that turns your smart phone into a precision measuring instrument.

Falconwing Fretworks · 6 Aug 2026
5/5One compass to rule them All
This is a powerful app without crass commercial distractions. It is a powerful navigational tool. Valuable to hikers, hunters, rock hounders, cyclists, automobile GPS, boaters, and any others who wish to use the most comprehensive compass based navigational tool for iOS. Built in accurate calibration with celestial objects, moon, sun, and Polaris (viewed thru your device's camera) is in addition to the GPS compass toolset that other navigational apps use. Great map overlays, satellite maps, and ability to share locations to other spyglass users. You can also share to users of tomtom , wayze, google maps, and other GPS and maps systems. Very cool. As long as you have battery life, you will never be lost with this app. There is a learning curve. If you can read and comprehend on a 20th Century 7th grade level, then you can learn how to use Spyglass. Great videos and comprehensive manual. Use them to get the most out of the app. I rarely leave reviews, but this app deserves its props and unabashed accolades. Bravo to the Spyglass team. Top quality, the definitive compass and navigational tool. Buy it and be done in this genre of apps.

Swan40 · 6 Aug 2026

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Versions

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3.10
New Thunderforest Maps UI fixes Navigation improvements Easier map selection
3.10.1
New Thunderforest Maps UI fixes Navigation improvements Easier map selection
3.10.11
Improved iOS 15 support Import GPS coordinates from image EXIF data Simplified sharing functionality UI improvements Turkish and Polish language support Preparations for further updates
3.10.3
HD Thunderforest maps UI improvements
3.10.5
- Added two new info tools accessible via the satellite button at the lower left of the main screen: 1) Satellites - a celestial map showing computed positions of major GPS/GNSS satellites in the sky above you 2) Dashboard - all sensor data presented in a convenient large number display - Bug fixes - Under the hood improvements preparing the app for future updates
3.10.7
HD Thunderforest maps UI improvements
3.10.9
We’ve made some tweaks and improvements to make your experience even smoother
3.11
Minor fixes
3.11.1
Fixed a bug preventing saving camera shots
3.15
- Search offline for places, mountains, lakes, parks, airports, etc. - Nearest most notable places, mountains, castles, landmarks in search - Track nearest airport (y-shape mark on the inner compass circle) - Set altitude manually in the "* > location" top left corner - Configure action for new targets (track only, center map, set as current) - Do not track previous targets as secondary unless explicitly set to - Sub-millimeter precision for location coordinates editing - Sub-millimeter precision D.x coordinate format in settings - Compatibility improvements and bug fixes
3.17
- Improved color themes: · visual color editor in settings · change compass north arrow color · change buttons and shadows colors · color, black, and white text stroke or blur · colorized black and white (light) maps · separate blue and cyan themes · improved auto-invert for incompatible colors (black on black) - Fixed EXIF import/export bug for negative latitude/longitude - Compatibility improvements and bug fixes
3.19
- improved camera startup - fixed file import - fixed import by opening links - fixed import of copied coordinates - pro subscription is now available with a free trial - compatibility updates and bug fixes
3.31
- transition to a free app (read more below) - fixed issues with saving screenshots, taking photos - compatibility updates and bug fixes "Spyglass" is transitioning to a free app. Users that have ever downloaded an earlier app version (prior to 3.31) will be automatically granted a lifetime "Spyglass Pro" access free of charge. New users, having their first version 3.31 or above, will have an option to purchase a permanent lifetime unlock of "Spyglass Pro" as a one-time in-app purchase. Premium features will be available at discounted prices for the transition period till the end of summer - users purchasing "Spyglass Plus" subscription at discounted prices will keep their pricing after that unless they cancel the subscription and re-subscribe. Other versions of the app that were created almost 15 years ago at a time before in-app purchases and subscription have been ever introduced, "Commander Compass" and "Commander Compass Go" will not be available for new users to download.
3.31.1
- transition to a free app (read more below) - incresed max zoom for downloadable offline maps - fixed issues that in rare cases might prevent a proper free of charge restoration of "Spyglass Pro" access for long time existing users - added proper indication of "Spyglass Pro" access for long time existing users - fixed offline map download screen crosshair not allowing touches to pass through "Spyglass" is transitioning to a free app (since version 3.31). Users that have ever downloaded an earlier app version (prior to 3.31) will be automatically granted a lifetime "Spyglass Pro" access free of charge. If access is not automatically restored, please use the "Restore" button at any subscription screen. Upon a successful restoration a proper status is displayed in the app Settings and Help & Info screens. New users, having their first version 3.31 or above, will have an option to purchase a permanent lifetime unlock of "Spyglass Pro" as a one-time in-app purchase. Premium features will be available at discounted prices for the transition period till the end of summer - users purchasing "Spyglass Plus" subscription at discounted prices will keep their pricing after that unless they cancel the subscription and re-subscribe. Other versions of the app that were created almost 15 years ago at a time before in-app purchases and subscription have been ever introduced, "Commander Compass" and "Commander Compass Go" will not be available for new users to download.
3.31.3
- transition to a free app (read more below) - improved free of charge restoration of "Spyglass Pro" access for long time users - for long term users where the original version is unavailable now the first download date is used (compatibility with earlier iOS versions) - improved indication of "Spyglass Pro" access for long time existing users - tap on the premium status badge at the top of info and settings screens opens a proper confimation now "Spyglass" is transitioning to a free app (since version 3.31). Users that have ever downloaded an earlier app version (prior to version 3.31 and/or purchased before Fri Jul 19 2024 23:59:59 GMT+0000) will be automatically granted a lifetime "Spyglass Pro" access free of charge. If access is not automatically restored, please use the "Restore" button at any subscription screen. Upon a successful restoration a proper status is displayed in the app Settings and Help & Info screens. New users, having their first version 3.31 or above, will have an option to purchase a permanent lifetime unlock of "Spyglass Pro" as a one-time in-app purchase. Premium features will be available at discounted prices for the transition period till the end of summer - users purchasing "Spyglass Plus" subscription at discounted prices will keep their pricing after that unless they cancel the subscription and re-subscribe. Other versions of the app that were created almost 15 years ago at a time before in-app purchases and subscription have been ever introduced, "Commander Compass" and "Commander Compass Go" will not be available for new users to download.
3.31.5 · 7 Jul 2025
Compatibility and performance improvements
3.9.11
- Improved layout and font sizes for the main screen - Support for latest iOS versions and new devices - Lots of minor bug fixes
3.9.12
v.3.9.12: - Fixed a bug preventing a keyboard input - Updated Google Earth link sharing format v.3.9.11: - Improved layout and font sizes for the main screen - Support for latest iOS versions and new devices - Lots of minor bug fixes
3.9.13
- Night mode color themes for maps - Bug fixes
3.9.15
- Added the haptic feedback for compass - Added a precise location check to avoid positioning issues - UI improvements - Improved localizations - Improved coordinates processing for Southern Hemisphere - iOS 14.2 enhanced support
3.9.17
New onboarding screen UI improvements Rotation fixes Automatic coordinates lookup is now configurable
3.9.3
○ improved coordinate parser
3.9.5
○ improved compatibility with iPhone X, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus ○ added Sigma Octantis (σ Octantis, south pole star) into built-in star catalog ○ stability and performance improvements
3.9.7
○ performance and stability improvements
3.9.9
○ better display of vertical speed on ascent/descent ○ performance and stability improvements

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          "body": "No “map only” function. Sometimes I just want to view the map without the compass blocking my view, and also have the altitude/coordinates track that marker live. Which brings me to problem 2, a huge one: you better be on location to mark a waypoint, otherwise this compass has no idea what the elevation is. Leaving you to completely guess how much of a climb something is. This isn’t a replacement for proper orienteering, but even on my day hikes I’d like to know if a certain planned route is doable on app, since it’s more than capable of accessing the elevation data. This is a glaring omission by the developer(s), who have otherwise done an excellent job. Leading to Point 3: elevation difference on target marker is a forgotten feature as well, apparently. Why I would only want to know straight line distance is beyond me. That’s practically useless on its own in the mountains. So I’m 700’ off target but have a 1000’ elevation difference (55°grade). PRETTY IMPORTANT TO KNOW. Please fix these inconveniences and I’ll update the review with to reflect this excellent utility.",
          "author": "Pwarr201571",
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          "body": "Years later and I still live this app. I also still wish you could orienteer like a real compass. All it needs is a direction of travel line, and an orienteering arrow (that little house to keep the needle in) and a way to turn the bezel to a specific azimuthal (without moving the map). Happy to resend screen shots of what it could look like if that helps. Original review below: It lacks a direction of travel line and an orienteering arrow. You can certainly shoot an azimuth by setting a way point, and can see direction of travel once you start moving but… It would be nice to be able line up the direction of travel, the needle, and orienteering arrow; then two finger turn the bezel to say 10°, turn your body until the needle is inside the orienteering window and walk following the direction of travel line. Should be an easy UI update. It also lacks a ruler, which I imagine is harder to implement with all the different screen sized (or need to calibrate it) and wouldn’t be easily used with a paper map (and not needed for a digital map). This is a full featured compass that makes use of all the phone sensor data and map data and nicely integrates gps, gyros, and accelerometers. it even emulates a site glass when you hold the phone 90° and “look” through the phone screen.",
          "author": "AS701",
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          "title": "Great App, creator, update",
          "body": "Don’t Panic 🌍👍 It’s a little confusing but it’s safe update. If you’re new, this is great app and you should definitely try it out. Kudos to the creator of this app for taking care of the longtime users. If you’ve been burned by other apps, it’s understandable but don’t worry this dev is managing a transition as well as possible with the App Store framework. I upgraded mine successfully. There is: Spyglass, Spyglass Pro, and Spyglass Plus. If you paid for to upgrade previously to Pro grab the new version, ignore the expired subscription notice, and Restore Purchase in the app’s settings menu. You will have Pro again. If you had just Spyglass before v3,31 it looks like (ie I may be wrong) the developer is giving you Pro as well, which is generous. There is also an option to subscribe right now to Plus at a discount for maps and places when offline. The Pro features do not need a Plus subscription. I really enjoy this app. It’s very cool, has never given me problems, and does what it says. The creator is still maintaining it all these years on and hopefully this transition helps keep it profitable to do so for many more to come.",
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          "body": "This is one of those rare apps that you come across every so often that truly demonstrates the power of what an application on a smart phone can do. I personally have only come across a handful of apps that are what I consider \"elite\". This App works flawlessly. The design is very slick and minimal which I equate to quality. I could honestly see this application being something that you would see on a screen in the cockpit of a jet aircraft. After using this app for only a short time, it becomes obvious that the creator of this app has the Swift/Objective-C programming language mastered. I honestly wish that the author of this app would create a Celeste you'll start tracking app as I know it would be five stars as well. By this up with confidence if you are looking for a top-tier application that turns your smart phone into a precision measuring instrument.",
          "author": "Falconwing Fretworks",
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          "body": "This is a powerful app without crass commercial distractions. It is a powerful navigational tool. Valuable to hikers, hunters, rock hounders, cyclists, automobile GPS, boaters, and any others who wish to use the most comprehensive compass based navigational tool for iOS. Built in accurate calibration with celestial objects, moon, sun, and Polaris (viewed thru your device's camera) is in addition to the GPS compass toolset that other navigational apps use. Great map overlays, satellite maps, and ability to share locations to other spyglass users. You can also share to users of tomtom , wayze, google maps, and other GPS and maps systems. Very cool. As long as you have battery life, you will never be lost with this app. There is a learning curve. If you can read and comprehend on a 20th Century 7th grade level, then you can learn how to use Spyglass. Great videos and comprehensive manual. Use them to get the most out of the app. I rarely leave reviews, but this app deserves its props and unabashed accolades. Bravo to the Spyglass team. Top quality, the definitive compass and navigational tool. Buy it and be done in this genre of apps.",
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