Pros & Cons
Cons
The metal rim inside the compass is sharp around the edges and made from a thin metal. Terribly inaccurate due to this. If this compass isn't completely level it seems to rub internally as its turning and jam therefore reading false data.
Highlights
Quality
They have reduced the quality since then.
Works fine but he has no way to check accuracy.
Price
It works pretty well for what it is and for the price.
Competitiveness
I got this to teach my kids the concept or orienteering.
One of the most accurate compasses you can have for the price.
It has a filmsy and horribly cheap wrist band and it is not designed for longevity or hard use but for what it is and under $10... Read More
Bought as a toy for my son, so expectations weren't high.
Overview
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- This product had a total of 1,024 reviews as of our last analysis date on Nov 26 2022.
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Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
They have reduced the quality since then
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
For those saying that it is not accurate if you are using streets or your city layout as a reference point keep in mind that many streets do not run in a true compass direction even though they may be called main street west etc
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I wouldnt pay much for this wrist compass
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
It has a filmsy and horribly cheap wrist band and it is not designed for longevity or hard use but for what it is and under 10 it serves a purpose
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Faster than pulling out a phone app
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
The degrees are clearly marked
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Works fine but he has no way to check accuracy
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Well we always didnt know where the wind was coming from on the golf course and didnt know where north was