Go Outdoors SD vs DudeDeals
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.
DudeDeals
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DudeDeals is the deal-finder built for guys who actually get outside. Whether you're gearing up for deer season, stocking up on fishing tackle, or upgrading your camp kit, DudeDeals tracks the best prices across hundreds of outdoor brands so you never overpay. What you get: • Curated deals on hunting, fishing, camping, and outdoor gear • Deals from top brands you already trust • Smart search to find exactly what you need, fast • New deals added daily — so there's always something worth checking • Deal alerts so you never miss a drop on gear you're watching Built for guys like Trey — the suburban outdoorsman who works hard, hunts harder, and wants real value on real gear. Just honest deals on quality outdoor products. DudeDeals cuts through the noise so you can spend less time hunting for discounts and more time hunting the things that actually matter.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: DudeDeals at every 5 weeks against Go Outdoors SD's every 3 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Go Outdoors SD ships an update every 3 months, DudeDeals every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Go Outdoors SD | DudeDeals |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.9 (267 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 4.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 267 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 243 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | State of South Dakota | CADE PAUL RASMUSSEN |
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
DudeDeals
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Go Outdoors SD
No in-app purchases
DudeDeals
No in-app purchases
