# Back40 vs HuntControl 2.0

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HuntControl 2.0 at none against Back40's 2. Back40's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Back40 sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. HuntControl 2.0 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Back40 ships an update every 10 days, HuntControl 2.0 every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on August 25, 2026 and August 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Back40 | HuntControl 2.0 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[4.5 (52 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/huntcontrol-20/id6443623800/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **52** |
| Positive reviews | — | 70.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Size | 29 MB | 76 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pixby Media AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/440673186) | [Jason Ray](https://appshunter.io/developer/1408336599) |

## What reviewers say

### Back40

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/back40-trail-camera-app/id1591389960)

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Subscription | $2.99 | per month |


### HuntControl 2.0

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/huntcontrol-20/id6443623800)

Manage trail camera images, scout locations, and view detailed weather data. This app offers an intuitive interface for organizing photos, tracking devices on a map, and utilizing prediction systems for outdoor activities. Share images easily and customize notification settings for a streamlined experience.

**Highlights:** Image gallery with tagging and management, Device mapping and item movement, Hourly weather forecasts, Prediction system for outdoor activities, Image sharing capabilities, Activity charts and filtering, Customizable notification settings

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Back40 free?

Back40 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is HuntControl 2.0 free?

HuntControl 2.0 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Back40 or HuntControl 2.0 have ads?

Neither Back40 nor HuntControl 2.0 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Back40 or HuntControl 2.0?

Back40 ships an update every 10 days, and HuntControl 2.0 every 2 months. Most recently, Back40 was updated on August 25, 2026 and HuntControl 2.0 on August 13, 2026.

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