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GPSBabel

by GPSBabel.org · opens 12 file types
Windows
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DeveloperGPSBabel.org
PlatformsWindows
Opens12 file types
Get it fromwww.gpsbabel.org
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Last reviewed Oct 2026

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What is GPSBabel?

GPSBabel is a free, open-source GPS data conversion and device communication utility developed by the GPSBabel.org project. It converts GPS waypoints, tracks, and routes between over 100 formats used by different GPS devices and applications, including KML, GPX, and proprietary device formats. GPSBabel also supports direct serial and USB communication with GPS receivers for uploading and downloading data.

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12 formats

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SOURCEwww.gpsbabel.orgofficial site - avoid third-party download portals
PLATFORMSWindows

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Files GPSBabel opens most

1.KMLKeyhole Markup Language
2.KMZKeyhole Markup Language Zipped (Google Earth)
3.GDBGarmin MapSource GPS Database
4.GPIGarmin Point of Interest File
5.OV2TomTom Navigator Point of Interest File
6.TRKGPS Track File

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