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MBCompass: Free Open-Source Android Navigation App Without Ads or Tracking
MBCompass: Free Open-Source Navigation App with GPX Track Recording and No Ads
By
Mubarak Basha
1mo ago· 2 min readenProduct
75/100
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Score75Typepress releaseSentimentpositive
Summary
MBCompass is a free, open-source navigation app that has evolved from a simple compass into a lightweight navigation utility. The app now includes GPX track recording for routes and waypoints, real-time GPS with OpenStreetMap support, and comprehensive navigation features while maintaining a small file size of around 2MB. It emphasizes being ad-free, tracking-free, and requiring no accounts, focusing on essential outdoor navigation tools without bloat.
Key quotes
· 5 pulledThis launch evolves MBCompass from a simple compass into a lightweight, real-world navigation utility.
What makes it stand out is how much it does while staying lightweight and focused. No bloat, just the essentials that matter when you're outside.
MBCompass is a modern, free, and open source Compass and Navigation app without Ads, IAP, or Tracking.
Compass + live location + track recording
No ads, no tracking, no accounts
MBCompass is a modern, free, and open source Compass and Navigation app without Ads, IAP, or Tracking. That's support Compass and Navigation features like real-time GPS, OpenStreetMap support, clear cardinal direction, being lightweight and simple!
