Comparison

Spartan Forge vs On the hook app

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

Head to head
About

Spartan Forge

Enhance your hunting expeditions with advanced mapping, AI-powered predictions, and detailed terrain analysis. Plan routes, visualize strategies, and access critical information offline to scout farther and hunt smarter.

Highlights
  • High-resolution UAV and historical imagery
  • Customizable LiDAR terrain analysis
  • BattleMap for freehand drawing and planning
  • AI-powered deer movement predictions
  • Historical wind and weather data
  • Offline map downloads
  • Private and public land data
Features
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Plan smarter. Scout farther. Hunt better with Spartan Forge Hunt+. Spartan Forge combines advanced mapping, high-resolution UAV imagery, customizable LiDAR, AI-powered deer movement predictions, weather, property data, and field planning tools in one hunting platform — built for hunters, by hunters. See more of the ground before you step foot on it. Explore UAV and satellite imagery, LiDAR, terrain features, crop data, property boundaries, hunt units, and customizable map layers. Save presets and download maps for offline use. Turn scouting into a visual plan with BattleMap. Freehand draw on your map, add text, mark routes, visualize thermals, plan stalks, lay out deer drives, and build strategies around the terrain you hunt. Scout smarter with historical weather, wind data, sun exposure, terrain information, and Spartan Forge’s Deer Prediction model. KEY FEATURES • HIGH-RESOLUTION UAV & HISTORICAL IMAGERY Explore 5–15 cm UAV imagery with historical coverage dating back to 2016, plus historical satellite imagery through Sat-1. See trees, habitat changes, access routes, timber cuts, and other details traditional satellite maps may miss. • CUSTOMIZABLE LIDAR See terrain beneath the canopy with high-resolution LiDAR. Identify benches, drainages, game trails, old logging roads, subtle terrain changes, rock features, and more. Customize LiDAR settings to emphasize what matters most. • BATTLEMAP Draw freehand on the map, add text, create arrows, and customize line size, color, and style. Map access routes, thermals, deer drives, stalks, decoy spreads, stand approaches, and more. Save and access BattleMaps on mobile and web. • DEER PREDICTION Use Spartan Forge’s deer movement prediction model, built using GPS-collared deer data and environmental conditions from across the U.S., to better understand potential deer movement and activity. • HISTORICAL WIND & WEATHER Research historical wind and weather conditions, view forecasts, and use weather information directly from your map. • ADVANCED MAP CUSTOMIZATION Combine imagery, LiDAR, property information, terrain layers, crop data, weather, sun exposure, and other overlays. Save presets for fast switching in the field. • OFFLINE MAPS Download supported satellite, topo, hybrid, and other maps before your hunt so critical information remains available beyond cell service. • PRIVATE & PUBLIC LAND DATA View property boundaries and ownership information, identify public hunting ground, mark access, and stay informed when saved parcels change ownership. • PIN SHARING & BLUE FORCE TRACKER Share individual pins with hunting partners or use Blue Force Tracker to automatically share pins within a defined area. • EAGLEEYE (Web Only) View terrain and imagery from side-angle perspectives to better understand ridges, valleys, and access routes. • CYBERSCOUT AI (Web Only) Ask CyberScout hunting-related questions and get AI-powered guidance for scouting, planning, gear, and more. • MOBILE + DESKTOP SYNC Plan from your desktop, then take your information into the field. Maps, pins, BattleMaps, and other content stay synced across supported devices. MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS ► FREE Get started with default maps, weather, basic property ownership, pins, and essential planning tools. ► PAID MEMBERSHIP — ONE PRICE, ALL STATES Choose a monthly or yearly membership and unlock Spartan Forge Hunt+ across every state, including advanced mapping, property boundaries, Deer Prediction, CyberScout, UAV and historical imagery, LiDAR, BattleMap, Blue Force Tracker, offline maps, and more. One platform. More information. Better decisions in the field. Terms of Use: https://spartanforge.ai/pages/terms-of-service Questions or feedback? Contact support@spartanforge.tech

About

On the hook app

Features
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On the Hook puts professional nautical charts in your pocket, overlaid on an interactive map so you see the water the way a sailor does. FIND YOUR SPOT • NOAA-style nautical chart overlays with depths and hazards at a glance • Log and organize your own anchorages, marinas, and docks with the details that matter: depth, bottom type, wind protection, and your own rating • Search marinas, fuel docks, and points of interest along your route KNOW THE CONDITIONS • Hourly wind speed, gust, and direction for the next 24 hours, right on your timeline • Tide and current data so you can plan your trip around the water, not against it • High-accuracy GPS tracking that filters out drift and jitter, so your crumb trail reflects where you really went STAY SAFE ON THE WATER (Premium) • Anchor alarm alerts you the moment your boat starts to drift • Offline chart caching keeps your charts working even with no signal • Turn-by-turn routing between waypoints gets you where you're headed On the Hook is free to download, with chart viewing and spot logging always free. Premium features come with a 4-day free trial, then just $1.99/month — cancel anytime. Sign in quickly and securely with Apple or Google. Whether you're chasing the next big catch or just enjoying a sunset cruise, On the Hook keeps your charts, weather, and spots all in one place.

Screenshots

Spartan Forge4 screens
On the hook app4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Spartan Forge at Free against On the hook app's $0.99. Spartan Forge also leads on ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#14 vs unranked). On the hook app's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7). On device support and iOS requirement 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

Spartan Forge is free to download; On the hook app costs $0.99 up front. Spartan Forge sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. On the hook app asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Spartan Forge versus On the hook app: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpartan ForgeOn the hook app
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.3 (648 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews81.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings648 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#14 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size177 MB188 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperSpartan Forge LLCRYAN DOUGLAS CASEY

Bugs and requests

Spartan Forge

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Pins disappearing faster than expected
  • Property lines not accurately mapped in some areas
  • Occasional map layer glitches and rendering issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to edit/delete tracked routes
  • Topo filtering similar to competitor apps
  • Automatic photo saving to device camera roll
  • Algorithm layer for predicting oak tree locations

On the hook app

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Spartan Forge

Subscriptions7
  • Spartan Forge Monthly14 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Spartan Forge Monthly14 Days trial$8.991 Month
  • Spartan Forge Monthly7 Days trial$12.991 Month
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  • Outfitter Subscription14 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Spartan Forge Yearly14 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Spartan Forge Yearly14 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Spartan Forge Yearly7 Days trial$79.991 Year
None

On the hook app

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Spartan Forge free?
Spartan Forge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is On the hook app free?
On the hook app costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Spartan Forge or On the hook app have ads?
On the hook app shows ads; Spartan Forge does not.

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