AR Compass turns your Android device into an augmented-reality navigation and measurement tool that points directly to saved landmarks and helps you estimate heights of large objects with ease. The app overlays a clear green arrow on a 3D compass and combines magnetometer, accelerometer and gyroscope data to keep the display stable and accurate. Whether you want to mark coordinates, find a geocache, share a meeting point, measure a tree or building, or monitor magnetic field strength, AR Compass provides intuitive controls, an integrated map view and practical tools for everyday outdoor use.
Key Features
AR Compass provides a 3D augmented reality display with a persistent green arrow that guides you to a selected landmark. Sensor fusion uses magnetic field, accelerometer and gyroscope inputs for improved precision and stable headings. A configurable split-screen map shows GPS location and detailed data including latitude, longitude, speed, altitude and satellite count. The app includes a height measurement tool for large objects and a magnetic field strength readout. Landmarks can be defined and shared by entering coordinates in various formats, long-pressing on the map, or setting a point by distance and bearing.
Advantages
Advanced filtering and sensor fusion help deliver highly stable and accurate compass readings. Quick height measurements and magnetic field detection expand functionality beyond a simple compass. The built-in map and GPS data give useful context for navigation, geocaching and outdoor planning. Multiple landmark input and sharing options simplify collaboration and waypoint management with AR Compass.
Disadvantages
Compass accuracy can degrade near large metal objects or strong magnetic interference. The app requires a device with a working magnetometer and gyroscope, so older phones may not support all functions. GPS-dependent features such as the map, satellite count and altitude are less reliable indoors or under poor satellite reception.
Development Team
AR Compass is developed by CodeKonditor and maintained by Alex, who focuses on compact, sensor-driven utilities. The developer builds practical tools that leverage device sensors and augmented-reality display techniques to solve real-world orientation and measurement tasks.
