Comparison

Go Outdoors SD vs Guidefitter

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

Head to head
About

Go Outdoors SD

This app allows users to access South Dakota hunting and fishing regulations, apply for licenses, and reserve campsites in state parks. It also provides GPS-enabled maps of public hunting and fishing areas.

Highlights
  • View hunting and fishing regulations
  • Apply for hunting and fishing licenses
  • Reserve state park campsites
  • View public hunting and fishing maps
  • GPS location on public lands
Features
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The SDGFP Hunt/Fish application lets users view the hunting and fishing regulations, apply for licenses to hunt and fish in South Dakota, reserve a campsite in one of the state parks, and view maps of public hunting and fishing opportunities. The maps use GPS to show the user where they are on public land. The hunting and fishing regulations are divided into sections to make it easier to find the information the user is looking for. This application is maintained by the State of South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks.

About

Guidefitter

Connect with a vast community of hunters and anglers, share your outdoor adventures, and discover expert-reviewed gear. Shop for top brands and showcase your successes on the Braggin' Wall.

Highlights
  • Connect with outdoor enthusiasts
  • Shop for hunting and fishing gear
  • Read expert gear reviews
  • Share hunting and fishing photos
  • Community feed for questions and stories
  • Braggin' Wall for showcasing successes
Features
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"We live for this" and so do you! The Guidefitter app brings the world's largest hunting and fishing community right to your pocket. Use the app to connect with other outdoor enthusiasts and professionals from anywhere you are, whether it’s in the wilderness hunting, on the river fishing, or anywhere in between. Shop for your favorite gear with the help of expert reviews from verified guides, outfitters, outdoor professionals, and more. Use the Guidefitter app to brag about your best hunting & fishing photos with the Guidefitter community. Shop Gear up for your next adventure in the Guidefitter shop and get yourself prepared for everything you’ll encounter out there. Shop from over 300 of the top brands in hunting, fishing, camping, and hiking gear, all from the convenience of your mobile phone wherever you are. Browse reviews from our community of pros to make sure you have expert opinions to help you find the gear you need and get outside. Search Quickly find the gear you’re looking for from the new search menu. Find gear from the brands you love, search for your hunting buddies and professionals, find your favorite topics in the community feed, and hunt for answers to questions that have been posted to the community. Community Feed Share stories of your adventures with a community of members that are just as excited as you are about getting outside and exploring the outdoors. Ask the community questions about the right gear to choose, the best places to hunt your favorite animals, and the best strategies for coming home with the prize you’re looking for. Follow your favorite members and stay up-to-date on everything going on in the community at Guidefitter.com Braggin’ Wall Check out the Brag Wall to see the best photos people have of their hunting and fishing successes. Boast your success out there and show people what you’re made of. You can even make posts offline when you’re away from an internet connection and upload them after the fact. Vote for your favorite posts and see how you stand up against the rest of the community.

Screenshots

Go Outdoors SD4 screens
Guidefitter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Guidefitter at 92% against Go Outdoors SD's 5%. Guidefitter also leads on rating (4.9 vs 1.9) and ratings volume (4.9K vs 252). Go Outdoors SD's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Guidefitter holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Guidefitter has 4.9K ratings behind it against 252, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 5% of Go Outdoors SD's written reviews are positive against 92% of Guidefitter's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Go Outdoors SD ships an update every 3 months, Guidefitter monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Go Outdoors SD versus Guidefitter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGo Outdoors SDGuidefitter
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.9 (252 ratings)4.9 (4.9K ratings) — better
Positive reviews4.7% of reviews91.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2524.9K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size242 MB128 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperState of South DakotaGuidefitter

Customer experience

Go Outdoors SD

All ratings240 ratings
Positive18.8%
Neutral6.3%
Negative75.0%
Written reviews85 reviews
Positive4.7%
Neutral5.9%
Negative89.4%

Guidefitter

All ratings4,905 ratings
Positive98.5%
Neutral0.8%
Negative0.8%
Written reviews193 reviews
Positive91.7%
Neutral3.6%
Negative4.7%

User reviews

Go Outdoors SD

From 252 App Store ratings

What we love

  • ✅ License storage and annual renewal functionality
  • 📚 Downloadable information booklets available
  • 💳 Ability to purchase passes and licenses
  • 🎯 Good concept for digital license management
  • 👍 Easy navigation for non-tech-savvy users (when working)

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and app freezes
  • ❌ Crashes on startup or homepage load
  • 🔐 Persistent login issues and authentication failures
  • 📱 Poor iPad compatibility and functionality
  • 🗺️ Broken or non-functional map features

Guidefitter

From 4.9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great deals
  • 👍 Fast delivery
  • 👍 Convenient and easy to use
  • 👍 Excellent discounts
  • 👍 Awesome community

Room to improve

  • 💰 High shipping costs
  • 🔍 Limited inventory/out of stock items
  • 🕰️ Slow shipping times
  • 🤔 Verification process can be frustrating
  • 🤔 Lack of full product selection from all brands

Bugs and requests

Go Outdoors SD

Reported bugs

20 issues
  • App crashes before loading or on homepage
  • Login credentials not recognized despite being correct
  • Profile error when retrieving user information
  • Digital backpack fails to display licenses
  • Filters reset when exiting app
Show 15 more
  • Dual verification code field not visible
  • Authentication code expires when switching screens
  • Map navigation returns to previous location when swiping
  • GPS location offset by constant 1.5 miles north
  • GPS does not update position in real-time
  • Map download errors on every attempt
  • Keyboard doesn't adjust screen for login entry
  • Payment processing fails with multiple card types
  • Licenses not syncing to phone
  • Hunting handbook displays fishing handbook content
  • Regulations data outdated (2016 data shown)
  • Hunting maps stopped displaying without update
  • Uncleared notification alerts cannot be dismissed
  • App requires login each time despite previous session
  • Website directs users to non-functional app

Requested features

13 requests
  • Offline map download capability for areas without cell service
  • GPS navigation functionality for field use
  • Persistent login with session management
  • Apple Wallet integration for driver's license and licenses
  • Dedicated 'My Licenses' tab on home screen
Show 8 more
  • Topographic map view option
  • Auto-fill and password manager support
  • Improved map transparency to see terrain features
  • Better reservation management for multiple sites
  • Profile editing and name/address correction functionality
  • Batch reservation system for groups
  • Digital license display without requiring login each time
  • Touch ID or biometric authentication

Guidefitter

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Issues with app functionality (e.g. uploading photos)

Requested features

3 requests
  • Easier access to order history
  • More search and filtering options
  • Expand product selection across more brands

In-app purchases

None

Go Outdoors SD

No in-app purchases

None

Guidefitter

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Go Outdoors SD free?
Go Outdoors SD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Guidefitter free?
Guidefitter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Go Outdoors SD or Guidefitter?
Guidefitter is rated higher. Go Outdoors SD averages 1.9 out of 5 from 252 ratings, while Guidefitter averages 4.9 from 4.9K ratings.
Do Go Outdoors SD or Guidefitter have ads?
Neither Go Outdoors SD nor Guidefitter shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Go Outdoors SD or Guidefitter?
Go Outdoors SD ships an update every 3 months, and Guidefitter monthly. Most recently, Go Outdoors SD was updated on September 29, 2026 and Guidefitter on October 2, 2026.

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