Go Outdoors SD vs Dogtra PATHFINDER2
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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.
Dogtra PATHFINDER2
Track multiple dogs in real-time with a GPS system and companion app. Features include training functions, customizable fences, and location sharing. Requires specific hardware to operate.
- Real-time dog tracking
- Up to 21 dogs concurrently
- 9-mile tracking range
- E-collar functions (stimulation, tone, vibration, LED)
- GPS fence options (E-Fence, Geo-Fence, Mobile-Fence)
- Share tracking with other users
- Custom offline maps
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Cut’em loose. Explore more. Track your dogs real time with Dogtra PATHFINDER2. The new PATHFINDER2 is NOT compatible with PATHFINDER series. A feature packed new Dogtra PATHFINDER2 is a complete GPS tracking system with a FREE real time tracking and training app with FREE map, trailing up to 21 dogs concurrently within a 9-mile range. (Range may vary depending on terrain and your surroundings) The app is also available on a smart watch. Paired with a new GPS Connector’s tactile “E-COLLAR FUNCTION” button, PATHFINDER2 is more optimized for action without interruption. The Dogtra PATHFINDER2 has enhanced e-collar commands: Nick/Constant stimulation, Tone, plus new Pager Vibration and LED Locate light. The Dogtra PATHFINDER2 has updated GPS fence options, which now includes E-Fence along with Geo-Fence and Mobile-Fence. You can also share tracking with other PATHFINDER2 users, select notification preset per activity type, put GPS receivers to sleep mode, have GPS Connector to alert Bluetooth range or beep to locate itself, and use custom offline maps. The Dogtra PATHFINDER2 app requires the Dogtra PATHFINDER2 system to operate. The Dogtra PATHFINDER2 app works with iOS 14.0 and up with Bluetooth 5.0. The Dogtra PATHFINDER2 app works with Apple Watch series 5 and up.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Dogtra PATHFINDER2 at 4.3 against Go Outdoors SD's 1.9. Dogtra PATHFINDER2 also leads on review sentiment (33% vs 5%) and ratings volume (1.8K vs 267). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Dogtra PATHFINDER2 holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dogtra PATHFINDER2 has 1.8K ratings behind it against 267, 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 33% of Dogtra PATHFINDER2's.
Go Outdoors SD ships an update every 3 months, Dogtra PATHFINDER2 every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Go Outdoors SD | Dogtra PATHFINDER2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.9 (267 ratings) | 4.3 (1.8K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 4.7% of reviews | 32.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 267 | 1.8K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 243 MB | 193 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | State of South Dakota | Dogtra |
Customer experience
Go Outdoors SD
Dogtra PATHFINDER2
User reviews
Go Outdoors SD
From 267 App Store ratingsWhat 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
Dogtra PATHFINDER2
From 1.8K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Excellent tracking and e-fence features
- 👍 Useful app and collar functionality
- 🎉 Allows dogs to roam freely with confidence
- 💪 Reliable GPS and accurate location tracking
Room to improve
- 🐛 Buggy app with frequent crashes
- 🔌 Slow collar-to-app connection
- 🤯 Complicated e-fence setup and boundary editing
- 🔇 Annoying beeping when out of range
- 🗺️ Outdated and blurry map data
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
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- 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
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- 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
Dogtra PATHFINDER2
Reported bugs
5 issues- E-fence not working properly after updates
- Collar connectivity issues and random disconnections
- App crashing on startup or during use
- Inaccurate GPS location tracking
- Collar light and stimulation level issues
Requested features
5 requests- Easier e-fence setup and boundary editing
- Ability to share collar access across multiple devices
- Improved app organization and user interface
- Haptic feedback for collar button presses
- More map data updates and customization options
In-app purchases
Go Outdoors SD
No in-app purchases
Dogtra PATHFINDER2
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Go Outdoors SD free?
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