# DeerCast vs Mountain

The clearest difference is ads: DeerCast at none against Mountain's shown. DeerCast also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (6.8K vs 707). Mountain's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.5) and review sentiment (74% vs 63%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DeerCast sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year and Mountain sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Mountain holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DeerCast has 6.8K ratings behind it against 707, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of DeerCast's written reviews are positive against 74% of Mountain's.

DeerCast ships an update every 3 weeks, Mountain every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | DeerCast | Mountain |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (6.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deercast-prep-predict-pursue/id1425879996/reviews) | **[4.9 (707 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mountain-forecastcom/id6446204098/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6.8K** | 707 |
| Positive reviews | 62.9% of reviews | **73.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#9** | #56 |
| Size | 173 MB | 128 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [GSM Outdoors](https://appshunter.io/developer/1813997223) | [Meteo365 Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/661723505) |

## What reviewers say

### DeerCast

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deercast-prep-predict-pursue/id1425879996)

**Currently charting:** #9 Top Grossing · Weather, #33 Top Free · Weather (US App Store)

This app provides hourly whitetail deer movement predictions based on weather data. It offers advanced weather forecasts, GPS mapping tools for hunters, and a community forum for sharing hunting experiences and advice.

**Highlights:** Hourly deer movement predictions, Advanced weather forecasts, GPS mapping tools, Property line and hunting land maps, Anatomical deer tracking advice, Hunting articles and community forum

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DeerCast Pro | $9.99 | per year |
| DeerCast Elite | $29.99 | per year |
| DeerCast Elite + | $49.99 | per year |
| DeerCast Unlimited | $74.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Accurate deer movement predictions
- 🚀 Comprehensive hunting data in one app
- 💡 Helpful features like wind check and shot tracker
- 🔍 Customizable to local hunting areas
- 📽️ Informative videos and content from experts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔍 Inaccurate predictions for some regions
- 🤔 Inconsistent performance and updates
- 🚫 Not available for Canadian users
- 🔍 Deer movement not always matching predictions

**Reported bugs**

- Screens freezing or crashing when using certain features
- Incorrect sunrise/sunset times and moon phase information
- Deer movement predictions changing unexpectedly throughout the day

**Requested features**

- Ability to view forecast more than 5 days in advance
- Option to switch between Celsius and Fahrenheit
- More detailed historical weather and deer movement data
- Improved app stability and performance


### Mountain

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mountain-forecastcom/id6446204098)

**Currently charting:** #56 Top Grossing · Weather, #87 Top Free · Weather (US App Store)

Provides detailed weather forecasts for over 11,000 mountain summits globally. Offers hourly and long-range predictions, multi-elevation weather data, and offline map access for planning outdoor adventures.

**Highlights:** Free 6-day forecasts, Weather at multiple elevations, Hour-by-hour weather detail, Offline maps and forecasts, Detailed topographic and satellite mapping, Import GPX routes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Service (Monthly) | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Service (Yearly) | $24.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎯 Highly accurate mountain-specific forecasts
- 👍 Intuitive and easy-to-use interface
- 🗺️ Detailed multi-elevation weather data
- 💾 Offline maps and weather access
- ⭐ No distracting ads in app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription paywall for extended forecasts
- 🔄 Inconsistent data alignment in forecast table
- 🌍 No imperial/metric unit toggle (not intuitive)
- 📉 Free version severely limited compared to paid
- 🐛 App crashes and freezes frequently

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after 4 seconds of use
- Forecast table data misalignment (temperature shows with wrong icons)
- Password reset not accepting new passwords
- Freezing level data appears in humidity column
- 12-day forecast non-functional at mid-low elevations

**Requested features**

- Imperial and metric unit switching
- GPS track recording capability
- Past weather data/history viewing
- Better search functionality for minor peaks and ridges
- Restore minimum temperature display


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DeerCast free?

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

### Is Mountain free?

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

### Which has better reviews, DeerCast or Mountain?

Mountain is rated higher. DeerCast averages 4.5 out of 5 from 6.8K ratings, while Mountain averages 4.9 from 707 ratings.

### Do DeerCast or Mountain have ads?

Mountain shows ads; DeerCast does not.

### Which is updated more often, DeerCast or Mountain?

DeerCast ships an update every 3 weeks, and Mountain every 2 months. Most recently, DeerCast was updated on September 25, 2026 and Mountain on September 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, DeerCast or Mountain?

DeerCast currently peaks at #9 in the App Store charts, and Mountain at #56. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*