Comparison

Bow Hunt Simulator vs ElkNut

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Bow Hunt Simulator

A technical ballistics simulator for bow hunters. It models arrow flight in real-time 3D, providing hit information based on distance, direction, elevation, and wind. Customize bow and arrow setups for various game targets.

Highlights
  • Real-time 3D arrow flight simulation
  • Target hit information (distance, direction, elevation, wind)
  • Adjustable pin sight
  • Customizable arrow velocity, weight, and type
  • Multiple game targets (Elk, Whitetail, etc.)
Features
Currently charting
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Visual technical ballistics bow simulator intended for hunters. This app is not a game but a simplified technical ballistic hunting simulator for bow and archery hunters, it has been developed based on feature request from hunters. The app simulates arrow flight in realtime 3d and provides useful target hit information based on target distance, direction, elevation of hunter and wind. Bow and arrow setup has adjustable pin sight and arrow velocity, weight and type. Targets available are Elk, Whitetail, Roedeer, Wild Turkey, Coyote and Wildboar. For rifle hunters: Check out the "Rifle Hunt Simulator" app, designed around the same concept

About

ElkNut

Master elk calling and hunting with expert-led video tutorials and audio guides. Learn to produce realistic elk sounds, understand their meaning, and apply proven hunting tactics. Practice your calls with recording and comparison features.

Highlights
  • Expert-led video tutorials
  • Realistic elk sound guides
  • 22 common bull and cow elk sounds
  • 12 included hunting sequences
  • 22 expert hunting tactics
  • Audio practice and comparison
  • On-device recording and analysis
Features
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ElkNut is the ultimate elk hunting training app, built by experts for hunters who want to improve their calling skills and field tactics. Whether you're learning your first cow call or chasing a screaming bull at last light, ElkNut gives you the tools and expert content to be more successful in the field. TRAINING CONTENT • Elk Calls — a deep library of bugles, cow calls, estrus calls, and more, with pro audio and video. • Tactics — proven hunting tactics and strategies from experienced elk hunters. • Sequences — step-by-step calling sequences for specific hunting scenarios. • Video Training — professional video on calling techniques, field setups, and hunt strategy. • Tips — quick, educational tips to sharpen your game. PRACTICE & AI CALL COACH (free) • Record yourself calling and play it back on an interactive waveform. • Score your call with AI — get 0–100 feedback on pitch, cadence, realism, and tone, plus coaching tips. • Build a personal practice library and share recordings with your hunting partners. HUNT TOOLS • Calling Trainer — practice bugle & cow-call cadence with timed drills. • Rut Calendar — track elk rut phases and daily activity windows. • Pack-Out Calculator — estimate boned-out meat weight and pack trips. • Harvest Log — log harvests and scouting notes with dates. • Draw Tracker — draw-application deadlines, reminders, and bonus-point tracking. • Weather & Wind — live conditions, wind, and forecast at your location. • Compass — bearing rose with a wind overlay for setups. • Season Dates & Official Seasons — state-by-state openers and closers, by year. • Barometric Pressure (PRO) — pressure-trend graph with elk-movement insight. • Moon & Solunar (PRO) — feeding periods, moon phase, and best hunt windows. • Scouting Journal (PRO) — log rubs, wallows, bugles, and sign in the field. • Offline Map (PRO) — pins, trails, and downloadable offline tiles. • My Locations (PRO) — save spots, wallows, and glassing points (free up to 3). • Measure (PRO) — distance and area measuring on the map. • Trail Cameras (PRO) — manage cams, card pulls, and photos. FAVORITES, SEARCH & OFFLINE • Save your favorite calls, tactics, and sequences, and search everything by keyword. • Offline field mode: download calls, sequences, and videos and use the app with no signal in the backcountry. • Light, dark, and auto themes. PREMIUM (subscription) — start with a 7-day free trial • Unlock all premium calls, tactics, and calling sequences, plus the full premium video library. • Premium tools: barometric trends, moon & solunar, offline maps, measuring, scouting journal, and trail cameras. • Unlimited saved locations, unlimited offline downloads, and unlimited AI Call Coach scoring. Download ElkNut and start training today. Good luck out there.

Screenshots

Bow Hunt Simulator4 screens
ElkNut4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ElkNut at Free against Bow Hunt Simulator's $3.99. ElkNut also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and rating (4.3 vs 4.1). Bow Hunt Simulator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and chart position (#3 vs #168). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

ElkNut is free to download; Bow Hunt Simulator costs $3.99 up front. ElkNut sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per year. Bow Hunt Simulator asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ElkNut holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ElkNut has 260 ratings behind it against 21, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 52% of Bow Hunt Simulator's written reviews are positive against 63% of ElkNut's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bow Hunt Simulator ships an update every 2 months, ElkNut every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Bow Hunt Simulator versus ElkNut: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBow Hunt SimulatorElkNut
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating4.1 (21 ratings)4.3 (260 ratings) — better
Positive reviews52.4% of reviews62.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings21260 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#3 — better#168
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size89 MB54 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperKristian StensoenesGOT GAME TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

Customer experience

Bow Hunt Simulator

All ratings21 ratings
Positive76.2%
Neutral9.5%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews42 reviews
Positive52.4%
Neutral11.9%
Negative35.7%

ElkNut

All ratings260 ratings
Positive81.5%
Neutral1.5%
Negative16.9%
Written reviews104 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral3.8%
Negative33.7%

Bugs and requests

Bow Hunt Simulator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

ElkNut

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Recordings randomly deleted from the app
  • Menus and settings not fully functional
  • Inconsistent performance and content availability

Requested features

4 requests
  • Bring back looping playback feature
  • Improve offline content access and reliability
  • Offer both subscription and one-time purchase options
  • Provide better communication and support for customers

In-app purchases

None

Bow Hunt Simulator

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

ElkNut

Subscriptions1
  • Unlock Pro Content$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • ElkNut Pro$14.99

Questions

Is Bow Hunt Simulator free?
Bow Hunt Simulator costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is ElkNut free?
ElkNut is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Bow Hunt Simulator or ElkNut?
ElkNut is rated higher. Bow Hunt Simulator averages 4.1 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while ElkNut averages 4.3 from 260 ratings.
Do Bow Hunt Simulator or ElkNut have ads?
Neither Bow Hunt Simulator nor ElkNut shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bow Hunt Simulator or ElkNut?
Bow Hunt Simulator ships an update every 2 months, and ElkNut every 2 weeks. Most recently, Bow Hunt Simulator was updated on September 23, 2026 and ElkNut on September 24, 2026.
Which is more popular, Bow Hunt Simulator or ElkNut?
Bow Hunt Simulator currently peaks at #3 in the App Store charts, and ElkNut at #168. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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