Comparison

BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps vs Campsighter

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

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About

BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps

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
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Canada’s #1 App for Hunting, Fishing, Camping & Outdoor Adventure Explore Canada’s outdoors with confidence using BRMB Maps, the most detailed and trusted GPS navigation app for the backcountry. Built from the award-winning Backroad Mapbooks series, BRMB Maps combines detailed topographic maps with over 900,000 searchable Points of Interest across every province and territory. Whether fishing, camping, hiking, hunting, paddling, ATVing, snowmobiling or wildlife viewing, BRMB Maps has everything you need to plan, navigate and explore – online or offline. Key Features -Topographic GPS Maps – View relief shading, contour lines, backroads, parks and geographic features -Current Location Tracking – Use your phone’s GPS to navigate in real time -Cross-Device Access – Use on smartphone, tablet and desktop with a single account -Canada-Wide Basemap – Includes a seamless Backroad Maps basemap across Canada -Custom Adventure Layers (PRO) – Enable fishing, hunting, trails, paddling, Crown land & more -Offline Maps (PRO) – Download maps and all POI details for off-grid navigation -Satellite Imagery (PRO) – Overlay roads, trails and features on high-res satellite maps -Trip Recording & Custom Waypoints – Track routes, mark campsites and save locations -Printable Custom Maps (PRO) – Create and print stunning maps from brmbmaps.com Explore Over 150,000 Adventures Fishing -22,000+ lakes, rivers, creeks & ocean fishing areas -Bathymetry (lake & ocean depths), fish species, stocked lakes, boat launches & marinas -Boundaries & regulations Hunting -3,500+ hunting areas (WMU, WMZ, species-specific zones) -Species details, boundaries & regulations -Crown land & private land layers Camping & Parks -20,000 national, provincial, regional, urban and natural parks -Campsites, picnic areas, backcountry campsites, huts & cabins -Private campgrounds, resorts & lodges, amenities & services Hiking, Biking & Horseback Trails -130,000+ km of multi-use trails with trailheads, difficulty, distance & elevation gain -Includes hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, backpacking and multi-use -Separate Trans-Canada Trail layer with trailheads, pavilions and alternate routes Paddling (Canoeing & Kayaking) -107,000+ km of routes with access points, difficulty, distance & grading -Features lake circuits, river and ocean paddling routes, whitewater & more -Paddling routes include portages with distances, campsites, put-ins & take-outs ATV, OHV, Off-Road and Overland Routes -160,000+ km of trails and routes with staging areas, difficulty & distance -Features ATV/OHV, dirt biking and overlanding routes -Plus 3,000,000+ km of Roads and 160,000+ km of Logging Roads to explore Snowmobiling -150,000+ km of trails and routes with staging areas, difficulty & distance -Features federation & club-maintained trails, plus backcountry routes -Clubhouses, warming huts & shelters, side trails and more Winter Recreation -9,500+ km of ski & snowshoe trails for cross-country, Nordic, backcountry & downhill skiing -2,100+ trailheads, Nordic areas & ski centres -Trails feature difficulty, distance, elevation gain & ski area amenities Wildlife Viewing & Nature -1,800+ sites for birdwatching & wildlife viewing -Features birding sites, fish hatcheries, marine life, small & large animals -Bird viewing & scenic lookouts, trailheads & wildlife centres Attractions & Unique Sites -20,000+ points, including roadside and backroad attractions -Features big trees, caves, waterfalls, hot springs, lighthouses, beaches, museums and scenic areas -Hours, location and contact information Why BRMB Maps? Unlike other GPS apps, BRMB Maps is built specifically for Canadian terrain and adventures, with unmatched detail, local insights and recreation-focused layers. Start exploring Canada’s wild spaces with BRMB Maps – your GPS trail map, hunting app, fishing tool and trip planner all in one. Download BRMB Maps today and experience Canada's most complete outdoor mapping app.

About

Campsighter

This navigation app helps campers and hikers stay safe and organized with group coordination, real-time terrain maps, and customizable location markers. Plan your routes and share essential information for a seamless outdoor adventure.

Highlights
  • Group safety and coordination
  • Real-time terrain maps
  • Customizable location markers
  • Emergency contact sharing
  • Health information sharing
  • Route planning
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Campsighter: Your Essential Tool for Safe and Organized Camping Adventures Planning a camping trip or outdoor journey? Campsighter is built for campers, hikers, and overall travelers who want to stay safe, organized, and connected in the great outdoors. With powerful safety features, real-time terrain maps, and customizable markers, Campsighter is your all-in-one solution for a seamless outdoor experience. Key Features: 1. Group Safety and Coordination Easily create a group of everyone joining your camping trip. Share and access essential details like emergency contacts and health information, ensuring that every group member is prepared and informed. 2. Real-Time Terrain Map Navigate with confidence using our dynamic terrain map. See the landscape around you in real-time, locate key geographical features, and plan your route effectively, whether you’re deep in the forest or on a mountain trail. 3. Customizable Markers Make your map uniquely yours by adding markers for important locations like your campsite, water sources, scenic spots, and meeting points. Each marker can be personalized with icons and names to suit your needs, making navigation simpler and safer. Why Campsighter? Campsighter was created for outdoor enthusiasts who prioritize safety, planning, and group coordination. By putting powerful navigation and organization tools at your fingertips, Campsighter enhances your camping experience and lets you explore confidently. Join thousands of adventurers who trust Campsighter as their essential outdoor companion! If you like Campsighter, try our Premium Features subscription. You may cancel our subscriptions anytime, for any reason. Your Apple ID will be charged the subscription amount each month once the promotional period ends. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renew from your Apple ID settings. Privacy Policy: https://www.privacypolicies.com/live/0da1c6c6-a345-43af-9173-771da5b06fa2 Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps4 screens
Campsighter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps at 4.2 against Campsighter's 4.0. BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps also leads on ratings volume (27 vs 4) and iOS requirement (15.4 vs 17.6). Campsighter's advantage is review sentiment (50% vs 35%). On price, update cadence, 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. BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Campsighter sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps has 27 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 35% of BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps's written reviews are positive against 50% of Campsighter's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps ships an update every 3 weeks, Campsighter fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps versus Campsighter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBRMB Maps by Backroad MapsCampsighter
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (27 ratings) — better4.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews35.1% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings27 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.4 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size230 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMussio Ventures Ltd.Brian Gonzalez

Customer experience

BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps

All ratings26 ratings
Positive73.1%
Neutral11.5%
Negative15.4%
Written reviews77 reviews
Positive35.1%
Neutral3.9%
Negative61.0%

Campsighter

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps

Reported bugs

53 issues
  • 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
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  • Waypoint list different on web
  • No 7 day free trial as advertised
  • Zoom doesn't work on MacOS app
  • Scroll doesn't work in MacOS settings
  • MacOS window size fixed, fullscreen not working
  • Ads are relentless, can't exit
  • Advertisement glitch: closing ad returns to location
  • Sync in both directions is hit or miss
  • CarPlay map only moves at one preset zoom level
  • App runs like a BETA 1 version
  • Free version doesn't make you want to use pay version
  • Ads pop up full screen, annoying
  • Closing ad puts user back to current location
  • Paid for Pro subscription, no 7-day free trial
  • Adding waypoint on cell service takes up to 10 min
  • Touching screen by accident adds waypoint and menu
  • Search function doesn't work
  • Cannot change from meters to feet
  • Recording a trail jumps massive lines when restarting
  • Cannot edit or erase certain sections of trail
  • Cannot re-edit waypoint location or move it
  • Editing waypoint requires going through two menus
  • Interface is poorly designed with too many levels
  • Continually asks to drop a pin/waypoint when moving map
  • Satellite images are out of date
  • Updated roads are missing
  • Cannot download maps for offline use without paying
  • Ads appear every couple of minutes
  • Advertising even when paying for subscription
  • Requires restoring of purchase too often
  • Caught out without offline maps due to purchase timeout
  • Ads interrupt and are hard to close
  • Advertising even when paying for the app
  • PRO subscription not accessible after payment
  • Excessive disruptive ads, each ad resets map
  • Charged for subscription on 2nd day of free trial
  • Unable to use pro upgrade after payment
  • App asks to pay for subscription again on different device
  • Version 3 broke 'Your trip' feature
  • Cannot remove trails I've been on
  • Maps on app do not match book maps
  • Not easy to use, not as easy as Google Maps
  • Cannot control manual off
  • App crashes every time it's opened
  • Nothing showed for the entire United States
  • Downloads time out after 10 minutes
  • No search function for specific locations
  • Instructions on web are for previous version

Requested features

29 requests
  • 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
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  • Ability to plan routes
  • Direction arrow showing icon facing
  • Trace function to outline or create trails with finger
  • Export KML or GPX files
  • More waypoint icons and customization (color, outlines)
  • Ability to edit/erase trail sections
  • Ability to move waypoint location
  • Description or notes section for waypoints
  • Sort waypoints (closest, alphabetical, recent)
  • Folders for waypoints
  • CarPlay map with adjustable zoom
  • Dark mode
  • Advanced analytics dashboard
  • Ability to add different colors to tracks
  • Organize tracks into folders
  • Full featured OSX version with offline map downloads
  • Export file from OSX to iOS version offline
  • URL for websites of points of interest
  • More detailed options on iOS app (drill down for parks)
  • Sync settings between iOS and browser
  • Ability to plan excursions on PC and access on iOS app
  • Edit track colors
  • Organize tracks into folders
  • CarPlay support

Campsighter

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps

Subscriptions4
  • BRMB Maps PRO7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • BRMB Monthly PRO Access7 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • BRMB Yearly PRO Access7 Days trial$44.991 Year
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  • Yearly PRO Promo1 Year trial$44.991 Year
1 purchases

Campsighter

Subscriptions1
  • Premium - Markers7 Days trial$2.991 Month

Questions

Is BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps free?
BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Campsighter free?
Campsighter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps or Campsighter?
BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps is rated higher. BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps averages 4.2 out of 5 from 27 ratings, while Campsighter averages 4.0 from 4 ratings.
Do BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps or Campsighter have ads?
Neither BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps nor Campsighter shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps or Campsighter?
BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps ships an update every 3 weeks, and Campsighter fortnightly. Most recently, BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps was updated on November 3, 2026 and Campsighter on October 30, 2026.

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