# Go Outdoors SD vs OmniShield

The clearest difference is review sentiment: OmniShield at 67% against Go Outdoors SD's 5%. OmniShield also leads on rating (4.4 vs 1.9). Go Outdoors SD's advantage is ratings volume (267 vs 14) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

OmniShield holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Go Outdoors SD has 267 ratings behind it against 14, 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 67% of OmniShield's.

Go Outdoors SD ships an update every 3 months, OmniShield every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Go Outdoors SD | OmniShield |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.9 (267 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/go-outdoors-sd/id501439458/reviews) | **[4.4 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/omnishield/id1491369651/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **267** | 14 |
| Positive reviews | 4.7% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 243 MB | 106 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [State of South Dakota](https://appshunter.io/developer/501439461) | [GHS Companies](https://appshunter.io/developer/876503219) |

## What reviewers say

### Go Outdoors SD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/go-outdoors-sd/id501439458)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ✅ 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)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 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

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- 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


### OmniShield

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/omnishield/id1491369651)

Remotely monitor your home's fire and safety devices, including smoke and CO sensors. Receive instant alerts via text or email for alarm situations and get maintenance notifications to prevent disruptions.

**Highlights:** Remote monitoring of fire and safety devices, Status of smoke, CO, and other sensors, Sensor performance and battery level checks, Room temperature monitoring, Instant text/email alerts for alarms, Maintenance notifications

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Go Outdoors SD free?

Go Outdoors SD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is OmniShield free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Go Outdoors SD or OmniShield?

OmniShield is rated higher. Go Outdoors SD averages 1.9 out of 5 from 267 ratings, while OmniShield averages 4.4 from 14 ratings.

### Do Go Outdoors SD or OmniShield have ads?

Neither Go Outdoors SD nor OmniShield shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Go Outdoors SD or OmniShield?

Go Outdoors SD ships an update every 3 months, and OmniShield every 2 months. Most recently, Go Outdoors SD was updated on November 1, 2026 and OmniShield on November 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*