Comparison

Billy Goat Offroad vs Haulbeam

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

Head to head
About

Billy Goat Offroad

Navigate Australia's offroad tracks with detailed offline topographic maps. This app provides turn-by-turn routing, real-time GPS tracking, and a comprehensive database of campsites and caravan parks. Explore with confidence, even without internet connectivity.

Highlights
  • Offline topographic maps of Australia
  • 4WD track routing
  • 3D shaded mapping
  • 10,000+ campsites with amenities
  • Real-time GPS tracking
  • GPS speed display
Features
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Transform your iPhone or iPad into a powerful 4WD offroad GPS navigator with Offline Topo maps of Australia. BillyGoat is the 4WD mapping app purpose built for 4WD enthusiast. • Australian 4X4, Camping, Touring, Hiking maps. • Get directions to any destination. BillyGoat automatically plots routes turn by turn to your destinations, including routing via 4WD tracks.* • Stunning 3D shaded mapping. • 1:5,000 scale. Unbeatable! • Full coverage of Australia. • Maps Works OFFLINE, no internet or phone connectivity required. • Real-time GPS - see your exact location on the map at all times. • 10,000+ Campsites & Caravan parks with Amenities. • GPS tracking records where you’ve been. (aka Bread crumbs feature)* • See your GPS speed in real time. Perfect for a quick weekend camp or an epic outback touring trip of a lifetime, BillyGoat is the must have companion app for 4WD, Camping and Touring enthusiasts. BillyGoat simplifies trip planning by figuring out the best route to your destination, including routing via 4WD offroad tracks. On an iPhone or iPad, the best in class 4WD Topo map come to life, rendering Roads, 4WD Tracks, Fire trials, Points of Interest and Terrain topography in stunning levels clarity. As you travel, see your location update in real time on a map. Should you lose your bearings, BillyGoat can record a tracklog (bread crumb) of your process so you can easily retrace your steps. Finding a place to crash for the night has never been easier. BillyGoat features a comprehensive database of over 10,000 Campsites and Caravan parks with amenities. All of these features work seamlessly OFFLINE, without the need for internet or phone connectivity. BillyGoat packs detailed 4WD maps, campsites and powerful navigation features in a simple to use package. Download BillyGoat now and you will be ready to explore OFF the beaten track! DISCLAIMERS: * Features require an All access pass subscription. Although a SIM card is not needed, a Cellular model of the iPad is needed for GPS location features. If you have a WiFi only iPad, which does not have a built in GPS, an external GPS receiver can be used. Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. All access pass subscription: Subscription automatically renews for $27.99 per 6 months after the 7 day free trial. Charges will be applied to your iTunes account at the end of the trial. Subscription will automatically renew unless cancelled within 24-hours before the end of the current period. You can cancel anytime with your iTunes account settings. For more information, see our... Terms of Use -> https://bit.ly/2jXxHpU Privacy Policy -> https://bit.ly/2k24A4R

About

Haulbeam

Features
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Haulbeam is truck-safe navigation built for Australian heavy-vehicle drivers. Set your truck's dimensions once, and every route respects your height, width, length, weight and axles — with warnings for low bridges, weight limits and roads that aren't built for trucks. TRUCK-SAFE ROUTING - Routes that avoid low bridges, narrow roads and weight-restricted bridges where the data allows. - Live height, weight, width, length and HGV-ban warnings along your route. - Clear turn-by-turn guidance with spoken directions and a live speed-limit display. LIVE ROAD INTEL - See and report hazards — low bridges, closures, accidents, roadworks and weather — from other drivers in real time. - Heads-up near NHVR Heavy Vehicle Safety Stations, public weighbridges and NSW SAFE-T-CAM sites. - Heavy-vehicle rest areas for fatigue-break planning. HANDS-FREE "HEY MAP" - Search, navigate, add stops and report hazards by voice — keep your hands on the wheel. Your speech is transcribed on your device. SUBSCRIPTION Free to try for 30 days. After that, Haulbeam Pro is A$3.99/week (auto-renewing): truck-safe routing, live hazards and hands-free voice. Cancel anytime in your Apple ID settings. Bridge and restriction data comes from OpenStreetMap and other sources and is not exhaustive — always obey road signage. You remain responsible for your vehicle's compliance. Privacy Policy: https://haulbeam.jarnaljitsingh.com/support.html Terms of Use: https://haulbeam.jarnaljitsingh.com/terms.html

Screenshots

Billy Goat Offroad4 screens
Haulbeam4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Haulbeam at every 2 days against Billy Goat Offroad's every 2 months. Billy Goat Offroad's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Billy Goat Offroad sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $17.99 per 6 months and Haulbeam sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Billy Goat Offroad ships an update every 2 months, Haulbeam every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Billy Goat Offroad versus Haulbeam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBilly Goat OffroadHaulbeam
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews37.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size3.3 GB86 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEquibs Solutions Pty LtdJarnaljit Singh

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Billy Goat Offroad

Subscriptions1
  • All Access Pass 6 months7 Days trial$17.996 Months
1 purchases

Haulbeam

Subscriptions1
  • Haulbeam Pro$2.997 Days

Questions

Is Billy Goat Offroad free?
Billy Goat Offroad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Haulbeam free?
Haulbeam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Billy Goat Offroad or Haulbeam have ads?
Neither Billy Goat Offroad nor Haulbeam shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Billy Goat Offroad or Haulbeam?
Billy Goat Offroad ships an update every 2 months, and Haulbeam every 2 days. Most recently, Billy Goat Offroad was updated on October 16, 2026 and Haulbeam on October 6, 2026.

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