Reveals landmarks and points of interest in your line of sight.
Provides sunrise, sunset, golden hour, and moon direction/time information.
Works offline and worldwide with a minimalist design and two viewing modes.
Pricing: Free forever
Best for: Individuals & startups
Pros & Cons
Pros
Works completely offline anywhere in the world
Beautiful minimalist design
Curated interesting locations from Atlas Obscura
Unique concept combining compass with discovery
Free to use
Cons
iPhone only (no Android)
Requires iOS 15.6 or later
Limited to curated locations (not all POIs)
Preview
Key Features
Identifies landmarks in your line of sightSunrise and sunset direction/time trackingClassic compass and radar view modesFully offline worldwide coverageAtlas Obscura curated locationsGolden hour informationMoon phase trackingImperial and metric units
Compass: What’s Ahead? is a navigation app designed for iPhone users that transforms the traditional compass experience. By simply pointing your phone, the app brings the horizon to life, displaying famous landmarks both nearby and far away that are in your direct line of sight. It also provides crucial information about sunrise and sunset times and directions, as well as golden hour and moon details.
The app offers two beautiful modes, a classic compass view and a radar view, and functions completely offline and worldwide, making it a reliable tool for travelers and explorers. It even includes rare and fun places, such as those from Atlas Obscura, adding an element of discovery to your surroundings. This tool is ideal for anyone who wants to enhance their understanding of their environment, discover hidden gems, or simply track celestial movements with ease.