Top Six Windows 8, 10 Geocaching Apps for Your Fun

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Do you want to use your Windows 8 device in an interesting and quite unique way? If you want to discover new places, meet new peoples and have fun, then you must get familiar with the geocaching concept. In that matter, during the following review I will describe you the best Windows 8 geocaching apps that are available on Windows Store.
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As you might know, geocaching is a worldwide outdoor game, which uses your Android, iOS, Windows (and so on) based device in order to provide a great experience that can help you relax, have fun and bound new relationships. How does it work? Well, quite easy: all you have to do is to download a geocaching dedicated app and to follow the directions you receive on your Windows 8 device. By using a GPS connection you will then travel in order to discover the “secret treasure” that is placed somewhere out there – the place will be indicated by using the GPS receiver.

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Anyway, if you want to learn more about the geocaching community, about the proper game and how to participate to the same, check the official geocaching web page. Now, if you want to install a dedicated geocaching app on your Windows 8 device, don’t hesitate and take a look over the review from below.

Best Windows 8 Geocaching apps to use on your device

Compass +

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Compass + is just great for outdoor navigation and geocaching. The app can be used for geocaching purpose or for having an helpful support on your travels and it is free on Windows Store. You can anytime learn more about this tool by checking our detailed review.

GCExplorer

GCExplorerMaybe the best geocaching client to use on Windows 8 is GCExplorer. Even though the app is priced $3.99 on Windows Store you will get useful features that can be used on your geocaching trip. The tool is also offering a 15 days trial possibility, so you can test GCExplorer with ease and without spending your money.

OutdoorMaps

OutdoorMapsDo you want to travel alone or do you need a helpful app to assist you on your journey? Then you definitely have to try OutdoorMaps, which is a great Windows 8 app that can be also used on geocaching purpose. The tool is priced $4.99 and can be downloaded anytime from Windows Store.

Geocaching Plus Beta

Geocaching Plus BetaGeocaching Plus is a client for geocaching.com, opencaching.com and geocaching.su services and offers great features to use in order to participate on the geocaching community. Geocaching Plus Beta is a must have (it is also free on Windows Store) if you want to start playing this outdoor treasure hunt game.

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Geocaching Helper

Geocaching HelperIf you need help on your quest or if you want technical assistance on your geocaching trip then you should try the Windows 8 dedicated Geocaching Helper tool. The app will cost you $1.49, but as you will see, without using it your job will be lot harder.

Caching8

Caching8Another highly appreciated Windows 8 geocaching app available on Windows Store is Caching8. With this tool you will be able to add Caches by simply adding the coordinates; after that you will see them on your map. Of course GPS connection will be required. Caching8 can be downloaded from Windows Store for only $1.99.

So, there you have it; those are the best Windows 8 geocaching apps available on Windows Store. Thus, now you can easily begin your own treasure hunt, but don’t forget to have fun on your way, as after all this should be your main goal. Feel free and share your geocaching experience and stories with us and with other users who might want to participate by using the comments field from below.

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