A compass is an essential tool for outdoor activities like hiking, hunting, kayaking, and boating. It can also be very useful if you lose your bearings in an unfamiliar city or environment.
If you are very active in the outdoors, and you don’t want to worry about protecting your watch from the elements, then a G-Shock is the best choice. A G-Shock watch has extreme shock resistance, a thick protective bezel with a recessed display to prevent scratches, and 200 meter water-resistance for worry-free operation in any conditions.
If your activities are highly dependent on a compass then be sure to carry a backup magnetic compass for emergencies. You should not rely solely on an electronic device if your life is at stake.
If you plan on using the G-Shock compass sensor on a regular basis, you should consider getting a Tough Solar model, as the battery-powered models only have an estimated battery life of around two years, and using the compass sensor a lot will drain the battery. Tough Solar G-Shock watches have a rechargeable battery that is recharged by a solar panel on the face of the watch, so you do not have to worry about running the battery down as much as you would a normal battery. If always having the most accurate time is a priority, then choose a model with Multi-Band 6, as this feature automatically syncs the time by radio wave reception from six transmitters around the world (assuming you are in an area within range of the radio signals).
G-Shock watches with a Twin Sensor include a compass and thermometer sensor. Watches with the Triple Sensor also include a pressure sensor to measure altitude (altimeter) and atmospheric pressure (barometer). A Triple Sensor G-Shock is also known as an “ABC watch.” “Quad Sensor” can mean several things, depending on the model. Here is a list of the G-Shock watches with a compass sensor, in order of ascending price.
View all G-Shock Watches with Compass Sensor in our Specs Catalog (UPDATED)
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| Image | Description | Links |
|---|---|---|
 | G-Shock G-9300 Mudman - The G-9300 is the latest version of the mud and dust-resistant Mudman, now equipped with a compass and thermometer. PROS: Solar, twin Sensor, moon graph, most affordable G-Shock with compass CONS: Standard (U.S.) model does not have Multi-Band 6 time-syncing | Amazon eBay |
 | G-Shock GA-1000 - The GA-1000 is part of the G-Shock Aviation Series. It is an analog-digital model that uses the second hand to point north when in compass mode, like the other analog G-Shock compass watches. PROS: Twin Sensor, many colors available CONS: Non-solar, 2-year battery life | Amazon eBay |
 | G-Shock GA-1100 - The GA-1100 aviation watch has slightly different styling than the GA-1000, like its arrow-shaped hour and minute hands. It also has an analog subdial that can display another time zone. PROS: Twin Sensor, clean style CONS: Non-solar, 2-year battery life | Amazon eBay |
 | G-Shock GW-9400 Rangeman - The GW-9400 Rangeman is one of the most popular high-end digital G-Shock models and is a favorite of outdoor enthusiasts. PROS: Solar, Multi-Band 6, Triple Sensor Version 3, mud/dust-resistant, sunrise/sunset data, 40 records memory each for compass, altimeter, and barometer, one of the best professional-grade G-Shock watches and regarded by many as the best digital model CONS: No tide or moon data, not many standard color options to choose from | Amazon eBay |
 | G-Shock GN-1000 Gulfmaster - The GN-1000 is a stripped down version of the GWN-1000 Gulfmaster that has a Twin Sensor (compass/thermometer) instead of a Triple Sensor and no Tough Solar power or Multi-Band 6. PROS: Twin Sensor, tide and moon graph CONS: Non-solar, 2-year battery life | Amazon eBay |
 | GR-B200 Gravitymaster - The GR-B200 Gravitymaster is a lot like the GG-B100 Mudmaster, but with an aviation style inspired by a helicopter flight stick. It has a Quad Sensor (Triple Sensor plus Step Counter) and Bluetooth smartphone link. PROS: Carbon fiber bezel, Bluetooth CONS: No solar power | Amazon eBay |
 | G-Shock GG-1000 Mudmaster - The GG-1000 is a new Mudmaster model with the Twin Sensor (compass/thermometer). Like the GN-1000 above it does not feature solar power. PROS: Twin Sensor, mud-resistant CONS: Non-solar, 2-year battery life | Amazon eBay |
 | G-Shock GG-B100 Mudmaster - The GG-B100 has a Quad Sensor that includes the Triple Sensor and a step counter and is a Carbon Core Guard model with a carbon fiber reinforced case. PROS: Carbon fiber bezel, Bluetooth mobile link CONS: No solar power | Amazon eBay |
 | G-Shock G-SQUAD GBD-H1000 - The GBD-H1000 is G-Shock's most advanced smartwatch as of 2020. It has a heart rate monitor and advanced fitness features for runners, plus the Triple Sensor (including compass) and an accelerometer for step counting PROS: Solar-assisted power CONS: Very large size | Amazon eBay |
 | G-Shock GWN-1000 Gulfmaster The GWN-1000 Gulfmaster is an analog-digital model that has a large, instrument-like display similar to the aviation models but with a maritime theme. The Gulfmaster is aimed at boaters but is also popular for its unique look. PROS: Solar, Multi-Band 6, Triple Sensor Version 3, tide graph and moon data, many color options available CONS: No records memory | Amazon eBay |
 | G-Shock GW-A1100 - The GW-A1100 is a high-end aviation watch featuring Triple G Resist for resistance to shock, g-forces (up to 12g), and heavy vibration. It is currently the only G-Shock compass watch with a fully analog display. PROS: Solar, Multi-Band 6, Triple G Resist, sapphire crystal CONS: Has neo-brite luminous hands but no illumination light, pricey | Amazon eBay |
 | G-Shock GWG-1000 Mudmaster - The Mudmaster is a popular new model that has a protected button structure like the Rangeman with a tactical style analog-digital display. PROS: Solar, Multi-Band 6, Triple Sensor Version 3, sapphire crystal, vibration resistance, rugged tactical styling CONS: 30 records memory for altimeter only, pricey | Amazon eBay |
 | G-Shock GWN-Q1000 Gulfmaster - The GWN-Q1000 is the first G-Shock with a Quad Sensor which includes the altimeter, barometer, compass, and thermometer of traditional Triple Sensor models and adds a water depth meter for diving use. PROS: Many features including tide/moon and sunrise/sunset data, carbon fiber reinforced case, sapphire crystal CONS: Expensive | Amazon eBay |
 | G-Shock GPR-B1000 Rangeman - The GPR-B1000 features built-in GPS and solar-assisted power. Along with a compass (with auto horizontal compensation) and thermometer, it also has a pressure sensor (for altimeter and barometer measurements), tide graph and moon data, sunrise/sunset time, GPS timekeeping, and Bluetooth mobile link PROS: The only G-Shock with the GPS navigation function, sapphire crystal CONS: Very large size | Amazon eBay |
 | G-Shock GWF-D1000 Frogman - The GWF-D1000 is the latest Frogman model now featuring a Triple Sensor that differs from the traditional one in that instead of an altimeter/barometer sensor it has a depth gauge sensor to measure underwater depth when diving. Other new features include a sapphire crystal and carbon fiber insert band. PROS: Depth meter, superior build quality with stainless steel case, made in Japan, the top of the line digital G-Shock CONS: Expensive | Amazon eBay |
View all G-Shock Watches with Compass Sensor in our Specs Catalog (UPDATED)
For more compass-equipped watches, see Casio Pro Trek Watches.
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Casio always offers high-quality watches at such attractive prices, they are rugged & reliable timepieces. The G Shock series is my only choice for digital watches now
The bearing memory is very useful : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w6nv-Z2DUBE
Is there a chart/table somewhere that shows the different watch models on one side/axis and the features on the other side/axis and checkmarks which models have which features?
No, but that’s a great idea.