Theodolite is a professional-grade navigation and AR viewfinder that integrates a compass, inclinometer, rangefinder, and GPS into a single tool. Originally released in 2009, it enables users to capture geo-overlay photos and movies with embedded metadata for field documentation. It is widely utilized by professionals for land measurement, surveying, and tactical navigation.
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Product velocity
Unknown
Daily rank 🇺🇸
#21
▼6Navigation · paid
Sentiment
4.7
899 reviews
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The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
For Surveyors, geologists, engineers, first responders, and outdoor professionals requiring precise field data collection.
What does it look like?
Key features
Displays geographical data, angle markings, and project notes directly over the camera viewfinder.
Combines a compass, two-axis inclinometer, rangefinder, GPS, and navigation calculator in one interface.
Records photos and movies with 2X-8X zoom while embedding geographical and project metadata into the file.
How much does it cost?
Velocity
Who built it?
Craig Hunter
9 apps tracked · Navigation
Pro Altimeter - Barometric+GPS
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Theodolite for Watch
Nav Camera
Pro Compass for Watch
Pro Compass
Theodolite HD
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What do users think recently?
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Competitive landscape for Theodolite
How's the Navigation market?
The rivals identified
By Avenza Systems Inc.
Both apps target professional field workers in surveying and forestry who require high-precision navigation and data collection tools while operating in remote environments without cellular connectivity.
- Theodolite provides integrated AR data overlays for direct field measurements, whereas Avenza relies on external map file imports.
- Avenza operates a freemium model with subscription-gated custom imports, while Theodolite maintains a single paid price point for all features.
- Avenza offers a commercial map store for professional-grade assets, while Theodolite focuses on native sensor-based data capture.
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Key takeaways for Theodolite
Where is it heading?
Bottom line
Theodolite is a long-standing, specialized utility designed for high-precision field data collection and augmented reality navigation.
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