# ElkNut vs ORHUNTPLAN

The clearest difference is rating: ORHUNTPLAN at 5.0 against ElkNut's 4.3. ElkNut's advantage is ratings volume (260 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ElkNut sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per year and ORHUNTPLAN sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ORHUNTPLAN holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ElkNut has 260 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ElkNut | ORHUNTPLAN |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (260 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elknut/id1231479425/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/orhuntplan/id6764496918/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **260** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 62.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 54 MB | 121 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [GOT GAME TECHNOLOGIES, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1270297950) | [Joe Emmons](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895453487) |

## What reviewers say

### ElkNut

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elknut/id1231479425)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Pro Content | $14.99 | per year |
| ElkNut Pro | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎯 Excellent elk calling information
- 🎓 Helps improve elk hunting skills
- 🔍 Provides valuable insights into elk behavior
- 📚 Comprehensive elk hunting knowledge
- 🗣️ Detailed explanations of elk vocalizations

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Subscription model changes after initial purchase
- 📥 Issues with offline content availability
- 🔁 Inconsistent access to previously purchased content
- 🤖 Technical issues with app updates and functionality
- 💸 Perceived as overpriced for a subscription service

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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


### ORHUNTPLAN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/orhuntplan/id6764496918)

This app provides Oregon hunters with data-driven insights and planning tools to develop long-term hunting strategies. It helps users understand draw odds, track points, and make informed decisions for various game species. Features include a full hunt database, unit insights, and AI-powered planning.

**Highlights:** Full Oregon hunt database, Draw odds and point strategy, Unit insights, AI Hunt Planner, Party planning tools, Offline-ready interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| OR Hunt Plan Pro Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| OR Hunt Plan Pro Yearly | $12.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ElkNut free?

ElkNut is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ORHUNTPLAN free?

ORHUNTPLAN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ElkNut or ORHUNTPLAN?

ORHUNTPLAN is rated higher. ElkNut averages 4.3 out of 5 from 260 ratings, while ORHUNTPLAN averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do ElkNut or ORHUNTPLAN have ads?

Neither ElkNut nor ORHUNTPLAN shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ElkNut or ORHUNTPLAN?

ElkNut ships an update every 3 weeks, and ORHUNTPLAN every 3 weeks. Most recently, ElkNut was updated on October 24, 2026 and ORHUNTPLAN on October 12, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*