My favorite app ever
Don’t get.
Not free
Response from developer
Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you like the app. We’re sorry for the confusion, the app includes a free trial so users can try all features before deciding to subscribe. We appreciate you giving it a try.
Everything is behind a paywall
Response from developer
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. We understand subscriptions aren’t for everyone. The app does offer free access to explore the map and see nearby locations, while advanced filters and detailed data are part of the paid plan. We’ve already expanded the free features recently, but building and maintaining accurate rock, mineral, and location data takes real time and resources. The subscription helps support that work. Totally fair if you prefer heading to the creek with a manual, that’s rockhounding at its best. The app is there as an optional tool for people who want deeper info and planning support.
Pay to do anything
Response from developer
Thanks for sharing your experience, I understand how that can feel frustrating. The free version is intended to let you explore the map and see what’s nearby, while more detailed information is part of the subscription. We’ve recently expanded what’s available for free, but maintaining accurate and useful data across many locations takes ongoing effort. The subscription helps support that work. Totally fair if it’s not the right fit for you. We appreciate you trying the app and taking the time to leave feedback.
Not free and only trialware with a paid subscription
Response from developer
We’ve been hearing this feedback and we’re actually working on giving more features for free soon. Our goal isn’t to block you, it’s to keep improving the app for everyone while still covering costs. Appreciate you trying it out 🙏 hope you’ll give it another go when the next update drops!
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Response from developer
We’re sorry to hear that. While some premium features require a subscription to support AI and server costs, many parts of the app remain free to explore. Your feedback means a lot and helps us keep making it better.
Pay now or pay later
Response from developer
Hi, thank you for your feedback. We understand how you feel. The free trial is meant to let people try all features before deciding, and it can be cancelled anytime. We really appreciate your comment and will work to make things clearer and easier for everyone.
Helpful Fossicking App
There aren’t any pics of Rocks
There’s a gem shop in the app selling gems and rocks, but the prices on most of the items I saw were extremely overpriced. The app feels a bit like a front for the gem shop.
Response from developer
(Update: We’ve now added a gallery for each rock section!) Thank you for taking the time to share your honest feedback with us. We’re truly sorry to hear that your experience with the app didn’t meet your expectations. Visual references are very important for learning about rocks and minerals, and we understand how the lack of photos made it difficult for you. This is something we’re actively working on improving, and your feedback helps us prioritize it. Regarding the gem shop, we want to assure you that it is optional and separate from the core features of the app. Our main goal is to build a useful resource for rock identification, maps, and guides. That said, we hear your concerns and will carefully review how the shop is presented so it doesn’t take away from the main experience. We truly value your input and will continue working hard to make the app more helpful and transparent for everyone. Thank you again for giving us a chance and for pointing out where we can do better.
Makes Rock Collecting More Fun
Handy App for Rockhounds
Eeehhhhhhhh
Response from developer
We’re sorry it wasn’t exactly what you expected. Because no app can be 100% accurate, we suggest 3 possible matches to give you a starting point for learning and exploring rocks and gems. We appreciate your feedback and will keep working to make it more beginner-friendly.
