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Tactical NAV

🇺🇸 United States
Tactical NAV LLC  | 
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App Rating
3.8
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Votes
435
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App Age
14y 1m
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Last Update
Nov 20, 2024
rating
iAP
$4.99 - 39.99

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Rating
3.87
4.52
-14%
Number of Ratings (Voted)
425
242K
-100%
App Age
14y 1m
9y 4m
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In-app Purchases Price
$22
$32
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Update Frequency
78d
89d
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Title Length
12
23
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25
27
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Description Length
3 770
2 548
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Number of Screenshots
10
7
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Size
36MB
148MB
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tactical map
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Tactical NAV
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Precision MGRS Navigation
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BACKGROUND: Built from the ground up in the rugged mountains of eastern Afghanistan, Tactical NAV (also known as TACNAV-X) was developed by a U.S. Army Field Artillery officer with the vision of crafting a low-cost and highly accurate mobile navigation platform tailored for the U.S. military. Tactical NAV’s journey began in the Pech River Valley and the Korengal Valley in Kunar Province, Afghanistan. U.S. Army Capt. Jonathan J. Springer, a Field Artilleryman serving as a Fire Support Officer with the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), embarked on the development of this tactical navigation platform immediately following the memorial services for Spc. Blair D. Thompson and Spc. Jared C. Plunk, who were killed in action on June 25, 2010. Despite initial rejections by the Department of Defense, Captain Springer remained steadfast in his mission to continue developing Tactical NAV — even to this day. His ultimate goals were (and still are) to make a positive difference for other soldiers and service members and to honor the men and women killed and wounded in battle. He used his life savings to fund and develop TACNAV-X, all with the ultimate hope of saving military lives, and helping his fellow service members in accomplishing their missions at home and abroad. Tactical NAV officially launched on the App Store on February 14, 2011. BUILT FOR ACCURACY: TACNAV-X’s performance accurately matches that of the AN/PSN-13 Defense Advanced GPS Receiver (DAGR). MISSION: Empower military service members with a highly accurate and powerful mobile navigation platform. VISION: Assist and support our nation’s service members with their mobile navigational needs and enable them to operate and win in both training and combat environments. BOTTOM LINE: Tactical NAV has successfully undergone evaluation against other software platforms and devices such as Nett Warrior, ATAK, and BFT. Its accuracy is within 1mm of these officially approved systems issued by the DoD. IAPs & SUBSCRIPTIONS: Tactical NAV offers in-app purchases (IAPs) and subscriptions. Currently, tactical drawing mode is available as an in-app purchase, and offline mapping mode is also accessible to users as either a monthly or yearly subscription. All revenue generated from these features contributes to further developmental coding and updates, and a portion of the proceeds are donated to charities that specifically benefit disabled veterans. KEY FEATURES: • A military-quality precision targeting platform • Purpose-built for the individual Soldier • Offline mapping capabilities (complete usage of the app with no emission of a cellular signal) • WGS-84 standard (MGRS, UTM, BNG, and USNG coordinates) • Tactical drawing mode (useful for mission planning, building overlays, targeting, etc.) • Waypoint plotting functionality with military graphics (per FM 1-02.2) • Compass “FastLock” function for capturing quick and precise azimuths • Snap and save photographs onto the main map to increase situational awareness • Location, waypoint, and photo-sharing capabilities (via email and text) • One-button night mode function for low-light situations • ‘Go to Grid’ feature for precision planning, drawing of overlays, and dropping waypoints • Real-time weather and temperature information • Apple Watch app included for free • Rigorously tested to ensure utmost accuracy and reliability • iOS/iPadOS native code built for austere and contested environments IMPORTANT NOTES: The Department of Defense does not endorse Tactical NAV and TACNAV-X, nor should it be used in life-threatening or combat situations in place of a government-issued device. SUPPORT: If you have any questions about the app, please contact Jonathan Springer directly at jon@tacnavx.com.}
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3.8
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Some Latest Reviews

kevlar05
26 Feb, 2025
4
Que pueda tener la opción de cambio de idioma para los que no hablamos bien el inglés
Nate Booth
23 Feb, 2025
5
Hey mate, great app. Is there scope to add a viewshed and elevation function? Cheers.
GhostStalker160
31 Oct, 2024
5
Hi Jon, I just wanted to update my review and let you know that the new updates to the app are outstanding. Like I said previously, I’ve been using your app extensively for many years now, and the feature upgrades you’ve made to Tactical NAV have been nothing short of amazing. Keep up the great work, and continue making those of us stationed at Fort Campbell proud. With each update, TACNAV continues to get better and better, and best of all, you always listen to our feedback and incorporate our input into the app. In sum, please know that you’ll always have the support of those of us in 160th SOAR and 5th SFG. Thanks again, Captain. Keep it up! Chief “Night Stalkers Don’t Quit!”
Lapskie
30 Oct, 2024
2
Everything is paid and very expensive, alpine quest is better in navigating and not too pricy. Alpine quest has more features with reasonable price. Current location is not accurate , how would you tell its for the military
BrianRey2003
25 Aug, 2024
5
Tactical NAV is hands down the best navigation app for military operations. Its precision and reliability are unmatched, especially with the MGRS focus. I've used it in both training and real-world scenarios, and it has never let me down. The ability to operate offline is a game-changer, and the app's ease of use makes it a must-have for any service member. Highly recommend it for anyone needing a robust and accurate navigation solution!
Michael Native
12 Aug, 2024
5
Still shocked that not a lot of land nav guys know about this
MarcusFranklin1!
14 Jun, 2024
5
Versatile, extremely accurate, and the customer service is amazing. TACNAV is an awesome app. IMO, its the best military / tactical app on the market. Bottom line, if youre in the military, especially the Army, you need this app. 5-stars!
Frogsacks
02 Jun, 2024
5
This app is absolutely top shelf! The more we use it the more we like it. Great app from a great guy. The developer is incredibly responsive. Thank you for putting this out!
Ocskos1991
25 May, 2024
1
It freezes multiple times in using, and the overlays dissappear

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Additional Information
Rating:
3.79
Voted: 435
App Store Link:
Price: 8.99 $
Website:
Email: -
Privacy Policy:
Categories: Navigation, Productivity
Size: 35MB
iAP: 4.99 - 39.99 $
App Age: 14 years 1 month
Release Date: Feb 13, 2011
Last Update: Nov 20, 2024
Version: 5.0.5
Version history
5.0.5
Nov 20, 2024
• Resolved crashes and bugs • Modernization of app internals • Continued coding new features Hey everyone, it's Jonathan, the creator of Tactical NAV. As I mentioned before, this app was born out of a need to honor my soldiers who were killed in action during our deployment to Afghanistan in 2010-2011. This app is more than just a force multiplier—it’s my way of honoring their memory. They deserve that. Your feedback continues to shape TACNAV-X, and I’m committed to delivering the best tools to support your mission. I promise there’s more to come. If you have any thoughts or suggestions, please reach out to me at jon@tacnavx.com. I’ll respond as soon as possible—I give you my word. I’m grateful for your continued support—this mission is as much yours as it is mine. Take care, guys! - Jon
5.0.4
Oct 28, 2024
• Fixed an overlay importing issue • Resolved various bugs and crashes • Continued coding new features • Speed and stability enhancements • Refined the Apple Watch app Hey everyone, it's Jonathan, the creator of Tactical NAV. As I mentioned before, this app was born out of a need to honor my soldiers who were killed in action during our deployment to Afghanistan in 2010-2011. It’s more than just an app to me—it’s my way of keeping their memory alive and ensuring their sacrifice continues to have meaning. Your feedback has been crucial in shaping TACNAV-X, and I’m committed to delivering the best tools to support your mission. I promise there’s a lot more to come. If you have any thoughts or suggestions, please reach out to me at jon@tacnavx.com. I’ll respond as soon as possible. Take care, guys. Stay safe out there! - Jon
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