# BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps vs GoSnowmobiling NB

The clearest difference is review sentiment: GoSnowmobiling NB at 76% against BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps's 35%. GoSnowmobiling NB also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.2) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.4). BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and GoSnowmobiling NB sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

GoSnowmobiling NB holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 26 and 13 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 35% of BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps's written reviews are positive against 76% of GoSnowmobiling NB's.

BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps ships an update every 3 weeks, GoSnowmobiling NB monthly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps | GoSnowmobiling NB |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brmb-maps-by-backroad-maps/id1528015531/reviews) | **[4.7 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gosnowmobiling-nb/id1592377520/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **26** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | 35.1% of reviews | **75.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 230 MB | 260 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.4 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mussio Ventures Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/991230796) | [MapGears inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1439850962) |

## What reviewers say

### BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brmb-maps-by-backroad-maps/id1528015531)

Navigate Canada's backcountry with detailed topographic maps and over 900,000 points of interest. Plan, track, and explore offline for hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, and more.

**Highlights:** Topographic GPS maps, Current location tracking, Offline map downloads, Custom adventure layers, Trip recording and waypoints, Satellite imagery overlay

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BRMB Maps PRO | $3.99 | per month |
| BRMB Monthly PRO Access | $6.99 | per month |
| BRMB Yearly PRO Access | $44.99 | per year |
| Yearly PRO Promo | $44.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🗺️ Great maps and data
- 🇨🇦 Excellent for exploring Canada
- ⛰️ Detailed topos and satellite imaging
- 👍 User-friendly for some
- ✨ Recent improvements noted

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Expensive subscription
- 😠 Excessive and disruptive ads
- 🐛 Sync issues (hit or miss)
- 🚫 No waypoint management
- 📱 Poor CarPlay integration

**Reported bugs**

- Unwanted push notifications for challenges
- Issues resetting password
- CarPlay useless (no tracking/waypoint access)
- Sync of data is hit or miss
- Waypoints are a jumble of names, no numbers, folders, filters

**Requested features**

- Icon for mines/pins
- Crown land for BC
- Direction feature with distance and turn directions
- Waypoint management (numbers, folders, filters)
- CarPlay integration with tracking/waypoint access


### GoSnowmobiling NB

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gosnowmobiling-nb/id1592377520)

Navigate New Brunswick's snowmobile trails with this mobile assistant. Access offline maps, trail conditions, and nearby services. Share your location and plan routes with friends when online.

**Highlights:** Offline map and GPS tracking, View nearby services, Access trail conditions, Save and load itineraries, Share location with friends (online), Curated snow tours

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual Pro Version | $4.99 | per year |
| Annual Pro Satellite | $4.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🗺️ Great for trail navigation
- 📶 Works offline
- ✅ Accurate trail information
- 👍 Great for beginners

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📍 Groomer locations not accurate
- 🏨 Limited hotel/motel listings
- 🐛 App freezes and shuts off
- 💰 Some basic features behind paywall
- 🗺️ Trail status not refreshing on GPS

**Reported bugs**

- App keeps freezing then shuts off
- Trail status not refreshing on GPS
- Pro version doesn't work offline
- Cannot share with a friend
- Tracking doesn't work without cell service

**Requested features**

- Kms between stops for trips
- Total number of trails open
- Total snow accumulation option
- Dark Mode option
- See friends on the map


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps free?

BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is GoSnowmobiling NB free?

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

### Which has better reviews, BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps or GoSnowmobiling NB?

GoSnowmobiling NB is rated higher. BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps averages 4.2 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while GoSnowmobiling NB averages 4.7 from 13 ratings.

### Do BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps or GoSnowmobiling NB have ads?

Neither BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps nor GoSnowmobiling NB shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps or GoSnowmobiling NB?

BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps ships an update every 3 weeks, and GoSnowmobiling NB monthly. Most recently, BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps was updated on October 30, 2026 and GoSnowmobiling NB on October 30, 2026.

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