Post by: Stein on September 11, 2021, 08:54:07 AM
For goHUNT, does the mapping import and show Montana Block Management properties like OnX does?
If you have used both apps on the phone, any reason to not just go with goHUNT? Any problems with the app, downloading maps, waypoints, etc? I've been mostly happy with OnX, but for another $50 all the extra tag info from goHUNT seems to be a no-brainer.
Post by: vandeman17 on September 11, 2021, 09:12:22 AM
Post by: Stein on September 11, 2021, 09:26:20 AM
Post by: highcountry_hunter on September 11, 2021, 12:31:45 PM
Post by: Stein on September 11, 2021, 12:35:27 PM
Post by: STIKNSTRINGBOW on September 11, 2021, 06:16:58 PM
Basemap will give you all 50 states of land ownership for a few bucks more than OnX will give you one state.But what about detail?
And ease of use?
I only hunt Washington, and really like the decommissioned roads and trails.
Most recent images is also something to think about..
:dunno:
I don't have anything atm..
Post by: Stein on September 13, 2021, 01:12:58 PM
So, I subscribed to goHUNT. It's ok for MT, much less detail than onX, but is horrible for WA. Without giving up any secrets, many state properties were not identified as public land. They are simply blank, no ownership at all or even property boundaries. Those that are identified are just labeled "State" with no indication of which entity owns it which as we know is quite important to understand access rules (WDFW, Dept of Ecology, DNR, etc). Same with local gov't owned lands, no info, just says "LOCAL.". No way to figure out who to contact for access.
So, I'm dropping them this year as I don't need the tag info.
On to Basemap, except that when I click on the link for the free 7 day trial I get a web error. I tried multiple browsers on three computers, looks like a problem from their end. Sent an e-mail, we'll see.
Looks like I'm stuck with OnX for $100 a year, maybe I'll just get it for hunting season to save a few bucks. Too bad goHUNT has such an inferior product, seems like they could do much better in mapping as their other services are so top notch.
Post by: ganghis on September 13, 2021, 02:17:10 PM
Post by: Stein on September 13, 2021, 02:22:13 PM
I did some more digging around in goHUNT and was even more disappointed. Their mapping is flat wrong in several areas and it's not uncommon for the public boundaries to be wrong or shifted over to the wrong area.
So far, Basemap is looking good and they are running a promo so it's only about $20 a year.
Post by: Magnum_Willys on September 13, 2021, 03:27:08 PM
Post by: KFhunter on September 13, 2021, 05:02:17 PM
Post by: Stein on September 13, 2021, 05:15:58 PM
To their credit they are going to refund and give me a call to discuss their shortcomings. It is a bit of a head scratcher, I bet their hunting staff probably all used onX for years and know it better than I do so they should understand the issues.
Post by: HAGEMANIAC on September 13, 2021, 06:44:48 PM
https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app/elite/benefits (https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app/elite/benefits)
Edit: OnX Elite, not premium
Post by: Learo2000GT on September 22, 2021, 07:10:06 AM
I keep suggesting Gaia as a useful alternative but no one seems to take them seriously in the hunting community (except Mark Livesay) . They have a ridiculous number of maps and overlays including USGS topo, satellite, wildfire layers, public and private land, and various hunting layers (including GMUs and MT block management), all for $40/yr.I would have to agree with this. Plus you can do preplanning on a PC and transfer way points and such to your phone. Overlays can be stacked on one map and adjusted. All maps downloadable so no cell no problem. One of my favorite features is the track recording feature. It shows elevation, time, all kinds of data and can set markers with photos and such. I heard it can be clunky on android but on Apple it’s all I use for off-roading and hunting.
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