# iHunter vs Golf Canada Mobile

iHunter and Golf Canada Mobile both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 67% of iHunter's written reviews are positive against 30% of Golf Canada Mobile's. iHunter also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 4 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Golf Canada Mobile's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iHunter sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per year. Golf Canada Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for iHunter against 4.7 for Golf Canada Mobile. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 368 and 615 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 67% of iHunter's written reviews are positive against 30% of Golf Canada Mobile's.

iHunter ships an update every 5 days, Golf Canada Mobile every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | iHunter | Golf Canada Mobile |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (368 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ihunter/id570558600/reviews)** | [4.7 (615 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-canada-mobile/id635386429/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 368 | **615** |
| Positive reviews | **66.7% of reviews** | 29.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 318 MB | 346 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Inside Outside Studios Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/626315912) | [Royal Canadian Golf Association](https://appshunter.io/developer/886805642) |

## What reviewers say

### iHunter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ihunter/id570558600)

This comprehensive hunting application provides hunters in Canada with essential tools for planning and executing hunts. It overlays hunting zones on various maps, displays open seasons, and allows users to log personal hunting data and waypoints. Offline functionality is a key feature for many of its tools.

**Highlights:** View hunting zones overlaid on maps, Offline map caching, Add and manage waypoints, tracks, and drawings, Sunrise/sunset calculator, Import GPX, KML, KMZ files, Track position, speed, and altitude, CarPlay integration (Pro subscription)

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| iHunter SK Core | $3.99 | per year |
| iHunter AB Pro | $9.99 | per year |
| iHunter BC Pro | $9.99 | per year |
| iHunter SK Pro | $9.99 | per year |
| iHunter MB Pro | $11.49 | per year |
| iHunter ON Pro | $34.99 | per year |
| iHunter Alberta | $3.99 | one-time |
| iHunter Saskatchewan | $3.99 | one-time |
| RM of Humboldt 2025 | $9.99 | one-time |
| RM of Hoodoo 2026 | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🗺️ Accurate and detailed mapping for hunting areas
- 👍 Easy to use interface and navigation
- 📍 Reliable offline functionality and GPS tracking
- 🎯 Helpful waypoint marking and location features
- 🏞️ Comprehensive crown land and public hunting area information

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and app freezes
- ⏱️ Slow loading times and performance issues
- 🖼️ Outdated satellite imagery and map data
- 💸 Expensive individual map purchases and paywalls
- 📶 Poor performance in low/no internet areas

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after 1-2 minutes of use
- Crashes when zooming in or checking map details
- Crashes during waypoint labeling
- Unwanted zoom-out when reopening app
- Failed to open PDF file errors

**Requested features**

- Apple CarPlay integration
- Landowner contact information and phone numbers
- Updated satellite imagery with monthly updates
- Better 3D angles and terrain visualization
- Improved road and highway overlay options


### Golf Canada Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golf-canada-mobile/id635386429)

Enhance your golf game with GPS course maps, score and stat tracking, and official Handicap Indexes. Track indoor simulator rounds and practice sessions to monitor progress year-round. Join a large community for exclusive benefits and game improvement tools.

**Highlights:** GPS-enabled course maps, Score and stat tracking, Official Handicap Indexes, Indoor golf simulator tracking, Hole-by-hole distance measurements, Real-time stats monitoring

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Handicap tracking
- 👍 Convenient for juniors
- 👍 Includes Apple Watch functionality

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and glitches
- 🐛 Unreliable GPS and yardage
- 🔋 Drains battery on Apple Watch
- 🐛 Inconsistent user experience
- 🐛 Login and account issues

**Reported bugs**

- Hole switching issues on Apple Watch
- Incorrect course and tee information
- Scores not syncing properly
- Inability to post partial rounds
- Frequent app crashes and freezes

**Requested features**

- More advanced analytics and statistics
- Ability to track playing partners' scores
- Improved match play features
- Customizable hole-by-hole stats tracking
- Easier score entry and editing


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iHunter free?

iHunter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Golf Canada Mobile free?

Golf Canada Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, iHunter or Golf Canada Mobile?

iHunter is rated higher. iHunter averages 4.8 out of 5 from 368 ratings, while Golf Canada Mobile averages 4.7 from 615 ratings.

### Do iHunter or Golf Canada Mobile have ads?

Neither iHunter nor Golf Canada Mobile shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iHunter or Golf Canada Mobile?

iHunter ships an update every 5 days, and Golf Canada Mobile every 4 weeks. Most recently, iHunter was updated on November 6, 2026 and Golf Canada Mobile on November 6, 2026.

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