Gyroscope Test
Test your device's gyroscope sensor. Rotate your phone or tablet to see real-time orientation data.
How to Use This Test
- Open this page on a smartphone or tablet that has a gyroscope sensor
- Grant motion sensor permission if your browser prompts you (required on iOS)
- Rotate your device slowly around each axis and observe the real-time orientation values
What This Test Checks
The gyroscope test reads data from the Device Orientation API to display how your device detects rotational movement across three axes.
- Alpha (Z-axis) -- rotation around the axis perpendicular to the screen (compass heading, 0-360 degrees)
- Beta (X-axis) -- front-to-back tilt of the device (-180 to 180 degrees)
- Gamma (Y-axis) -- left-to-right tilt of the device (-90 to 90 degrees)
- Sensor responsiveness -- how quickly and smoothly the values update as you move
Troubleshooting
If you're having issues with the gyroscope test:
- Make sure you are using a mobile device -- desktops and most laptops lack gyroscope hardware
- On iOS 13+, tap "Allow" when the browser asks for motion sensor permission
- Try reloading the page if values appear frozen or stuck at zero
- Close other apps that may be using the gyroscope sensor simultaneously
- If readings seem erratic, place the device on a flat surface briefly to let the sensor recalibrate
Gyroscope Test on iPhone and iPad
Apple requires explicit user permission to read motion data from Safari and other iOS browsers. If the test shows "not supported" or no values on your iPhone or iPad, follow these steps:
- Open this page in Safari on iOS 13 or later (the test also works in Chrome and Firefox for iOS, which use the same WebKit engine).
- Tap the "Request Permission" or "Allow Motion Access" button when it appears.
- In the iOS popup, tap Allow.
- Tilt or rotate the device slowly. You should see alpha, beta, and gamma values update in real time.
If the permission prompt never appears, go to Settings → Safari → Motion & Orientation Access and make sure it is enabled. On iPads running iPadOS, verify that Settings → Safari → Advanced → Experimental Features → Device Motion & Orientation is turned on.
Gyroscope Test on Android
Most Android phones and tablets expose the gyroscope to web browsers without any permission prompt. Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Samsung Internet all support the Device Orientation API out of the box. If readings look flat:
- Confirm your device has a gyroscope (budget phones sometimes omit it) — look up your model on GSMArena to check the sensor list.
- Ensure the page is loaded over HTTPS. Modern browsers block motion sensors on insecure origins.
- Disable any browser setting that blocks sensor access (some privacy-focused browsers like Brave restrict it by default).
Related Motion Sensor Tests
The gyroscope is only one of the motion sensors in your phone or tablet. For a complete sensor check, also run the accelerometer test (linear motion and tilt), the compass / magnetometer test (direction-facing), and the vibration test (haptic motor output). Pokémon GO, AR apps, and racing games typically require all four to work correctly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the gyroscope test say 'not supported' on my device?
Desktop computers and most laptops do not have a gyroscope sensor. This test requires a mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet. On iOS 13 and later, you may also need to grant motion sensor permission when prompted by the browser.
What is the difference between a gyroscope and an accelerometer?
A gyroscope measures the rate of rotation around three axes (alpha, beta, gamma), while an accelerometer measures linear acceleration forces including gravity. Together they provide complete motion tracking -- the gyroscope handles orientation changes and the accelerometer handles movement and tilt.
How accurate is the browser gyroscope data?
Browser gyroscope data comes from the Device Orientation API and is generally accurate enough for web-based applications, games, and AR experiences. However, it may be less precise than data from native apps because browsers apply smoothing and privacy-related rounding to the raw sensor values.
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