SonsOfSmokey vs Goat Maps
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SonsOfSmokey
This app helps users identify and report illegal dumping on public lands. Users can geo-tag and photograph dump sites, then mark them as cleaned up. It aims to unite public land users and volunteers in restoring natural areas.
- Identify illegal dump sites
- Geo-tag and photograph debris
- Real-time trash map
- Mark locations as cleaned up
- Volunteer for cleanup projects
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Sons Of Smokey - SOS app is uniting public land users of all types and volunteers looking to help restore public land for future generations! Use the SOS app to identify and clean up illegal dump locations on public land. Geo tag and photograph abandoned vehicles, dump sites, etc. and update our real-time trash map. Scout out these marked locations for clean up projects and mark them as cleaned up when you're done. How it works: - Download the app and Sign-In with Apple - Open the SOS app while using public lands - If you see dumped debris, select the large "+" button in the middle of the screen, provide a description of what it is and take a few photos - You will see the trash icon appear within the app - If you can clean up a trash location, do so and tap the 'Clean Up' to provide some new photos and describe what you did
Goat Maps
Navigate your outdoor adventures with confidence using this reliable and easy-to-use mapping application. It offers offline maps, advanced route planning, and custom topographic views, perfect for hiking, skiing, biking, and more. Explore off the grid without distractions.
- Offline Maps
- Record Tracks
- Advanced Route Planning
- Custom Topographic Maps
- Multiple Base Maps
- Worldwide Map Coverage
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Goat Maps is the next-generation navigation app designed for outdoor adventures. Built from the ground up in 2024, Goat Maps offers unmatched reliability and ease of use, perfect for all your adventures—whether hiking, backcountry skiing, kayaking, biking, or trail running. No distractions, just adventure: Goat Maps is designed by real people who use it daily. We prioritize function over frills, so you'll never deal with pop-ups, intrusive graphics, or unnecessary social features. Goat Maps combines cutting-edge technology with custom-designed maps to help you explore confidently, both on and off the grid. Download today and take your outdoor adventures to the next level! ▶ Key Features • Offline Maps: Navigate confidently without cell service. • Record Tracks: Track your trips and monitor your progress in detail. • Advanced Route Planning: Seamlessly mix snap-to-trail, straight-line, and hand-drawn sections. Plan multi-sport and off trail routes with ease. • Custom Topographic Maps: Designed for maximum readability, so you can focus on your adventure, not your screen. • Multiple Base Maps: Switch between Topo, Satellite, and Hybrid views to get the perspective you need. • World wide map coverage. ▶ Free Trial Many features can be used for free, but offline maps and route planning require a membership, but a 7 day free trial is available. ▶ Feedback For support, general questions or feature requests, contact us at support@goatmaps.com EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.goatmaps.com/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Goat Maps at 4.6 against SonsOfSmokey's 3.8. Goat Maps also leads on review sentiment (76% vs 45%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). SonsOfSmokey's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.4). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. Goat Maps sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $29.99 per year. SonsOfSmokey asks for nothing beyond the download.
Goat Maps holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 17 and 51 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of SonsOfSmokey's written reviews are positive against 76% of Goat Maps's.
SonsOfSmokey ships an update every 3 months, Goat Maps every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SonsOfSmokey | Goat Maps |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (17 ratings) | 4.6 (51 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 45.5% of reviews | 76.2% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 17 | 51 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 — better | 17.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sons of Smokey | Goat Maps, inc. |
Customer experience
SonsOfSmokey
Goat Maps
Bugs and requests
SonsOfSmokey
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Goat Maps
Reported bugs
1 issue- Inconsistent icon and waypoint syncing from other apps
Requested features
3 requests- Web-based route planning
- Expanded map layers (e.g., private land, geology)
- More detailed trail information (e.g., seasonal openings, surface type)
In-app purchases
SonsOfSmokey
No in-app purchases
Goat Maps
- Goat Maps Membership7 Days trial$29.991 Year
