gpsbabel ☆
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Description:
Converts/uploads GPS waypoints, tracks, and routes
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: System utilities
Tags: gps gpx geospatial converter cli navigation
Install: brew install gpsbabel
About:
GPSBabel is a command-line tool that converts GPS waypoint, track, and route data between a wide variety of formats. It can also directly read from and write to GPS receivers, enabling seamless data transfer. This makes it essential for interoperability between mapping software, devices, and geospatial applications.
Key Features:
  • Supports over 100 GPS data formats including GPX, KML, and Garmin CSV
  • Reads and writes directly to GPS devices over serial/USB
  • Filters and manipulates track and route data
  • Cross-platform command-line utility
Use Cases:
  • Converting tracks from a Garmin device to GPX for use in mapping applications
  • Filtering a large route file to reduce waypoints for a mobile device
  • Transferring waypoints from an old GPS unit to a modern smartphone app
Alternatives:
  • GuruMap – GUI-based converter with a more limited format support
  • QGIS – Full GIS suite that can import/export GPS data but is much heavier
Version History
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Sep 18, 2025 4:31am 0 VERSION_BUMP 267641e0
Dec 26, 2024 12:53pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 530182dd
Nov 25, 2024 10:36pm 1 VERSION_BUMP a8221844
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