Comparison

Scenic Map vs HuntIntel Terrain Intelligence

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

Head to head
About

Scenic Map

Explore the world with detailed 3D topographic maps, accessible even offline. Stream and cache global maps for use without cell service. Features include satellite overlays, customizable map styles, and GPS tracking for navigation and route replay.

Highlights
  • Global 3D topographic maps
  • Offline map caching
  • Satellite image overlays
  • Customizable map styles
  • GPS tracking and route replay
  • GPX track import/export
Features
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A 3D topo map with coverage of the entire world. The map is streamed directly from Apple's servers and cached on your device for use when there is no cell coverage. Use Scenic Map in a car, a boat, a plane or while hiking. It is like having the entire Earth in your pocket. Satellite image overlays add breathtaking detail and realism to the maps (tap preset 2 or 4). You can use them as you travel to see what is hidden from view at ground level. This takes moving maps to a whole new level. To get started, tap the arrow button in the toolbar to begin GPS tracking and center the map at your current location. The spinner in the status bar shows that the map is being loaded. The spinner stops when the map is fully cached at that location. You can scroll around the map or tilt the map with a two finger vertical swipe to see it in 3D. Use the two finger vertical swipe gesture to tilt the map for a 3D view. Scroll like a map or fly like a flight simulator. Enable Joystick Gestures in the Settings menu and then fly around the terrain using a virtual joystick. Prefer only 2D maps? Enable the 2D Map option in the Settings menu. Scenic Map is simply the best 3D topo map available for a mobile device. You will see incredible detail while scrolling, rotating and zooming perfectly smoothly. You will see every road even if you zoom out to the altitude of a satellite. As you zoom in, you will see every small bump and hollow of the Earth and terrain features as small as ten meters. Unlike old fashioned topo maps, Scenic Map’s roads and trails are up to date thanks to OpenStreetMap.org. It contains polygons for urban areas, shopping malls, an ever growing number of buildings and many other features, The best lake, pond, stream and rivers from the USGS and Canadian public databases are also included. Your tracks can be replayed with video like controls to speed up, slow down, pause, restart or skip to the end. You can display existing tracks while recording another if you want to retrace your route. When online, you can automatically create a route from your current GPS location to any other point on the map. Tracks can be received from or sent to other apps in GPX format. GPS recording stops automatically after you have remained stationary for some time or you can choose to manually stop tracking by tapping on the top track in the Tracks view. Never before have maps been this customizable. For example, you can turn on or off the roads. You can change the lighting direction or remove terrain shading entirely. You can display contour lines even over satellite images. There are five presets which let you quickly switch between map styles. Use Metric, English or Nautical units and choose one of four different coordinate displays including UTM. Want to learn more about a map feature? Tap the target icon and center the feature under the compass rose to display its name, type, urban area, county, state, elevation and coordinates. You will also see a bearing line back to your current GPS location or from your location to a selected waypoint. The status bar shows the bearing direction and distance along with the map and GPS elevation, the track length, and your current speed and direction of travel. In-app documentation is provided in the Help section at the top of the Settings menu. Links are provided in the documentation to detailed coverage maps, tutorial videos, installation guide and blog at ScenicMap.com Map data © OpenStreetMap and contributors under the Open Database License Scenic Map supports GPS tracking while the app is in the background. Caution: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

About

HuntIntel Terrain Intelligence

Features
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Scout Smarter. Hunt Smarter. Understand Terrain Like Never Before. HuntIntel Terrain Intelligence uses the HuntIntel Terrain Intelligence Engine (HTIE™) to analyze up to 2,000 acres in minutes and identify terrain features that may influence wildlife movement, search and rescue planning, and broader terrain assessments. Instead of spending days walking unfamiliar ground, HTIE evaluates elevation, slope, aspect, terrain position, topographic structure, and spatial relationships to highlight high-value locations that deserve a closer look. Whether you are scouting a new hunting property, preparing for a search and rescue mission, or studying unfamiliar terrain, HuntIntel Terrain Intelligence helps you make better decisions before you ever step into the field. Built for Hunters Every acre matters. HTIE analyzes the landscape to identify terrain features commonly associated with wildlife movement and hunting strategy, including: Saddles Benches Ridges Draws Funnels Pinch points Travel corridors Bedding-area candidates Stand-location candidates Observation points Access routes Terrain relationships Each recommendation includes a detailed explanation of why it was selected, helping you understand the terrain instead of simply placing unexplained pins on a map. Analyze an entire property in minutes from your iPhone, iPad, Mac, PC, or web browser, then head into the field with a plan. HuntIntel Terrain Intelligence Engine (HTIE™) Unlike traditional mapping apps, HTIE performs deterministic terrain analysis using advanced terrain-processing algorithms. The engine evaluates: Elevation Slope Aspect Terrain position Spatial relationships Topographic structure Every recommendation is explainable and based on measurable terrain characteristics. HTIE clearly distinguishes among: Terrain-derived findings Terrain-assisted candidates requiring field verification Field observations that cannot be determined from terrain alone The engine does not fabricate evidence that cannot be supported by the available terrain data. Navigate in the Field Once your analysis is complete, take it into the field. View analysis waypoints on the map Navigate directly to important terrain features Record personal scouting notes Save observations for future trips Keep your terrain intelligence organized Turn digital terrain analysis into practical, real-world scouting. Search and Rescue HTIE can also support search and rescue planning by identifying terrain characteristics that may influence travel, visibility, containment, and search priorities. Examples include: Likely travel corridors Drainages Observation points Potential containment locations Hazard areas Terrain bottlenecks Search-priority areas Terrain analysis is intended to support planning and field awareness. It is not a substitute for trained search and rescue personnel, established procedures, or operational decision-making. Understand Unfamiliar Land HuntIntel Terrain Intelligence can also be used to evaluate: Recreational property Ranches Timberland Conservation areas Survey areas Outdoor recreation sites Quickly understand how unfamiliar terrain is organized before visiting the property. Access your analyses from: iPhone iPad Mac PC Web browser Your analyses remain synchronized, allowing you to start on one device and continue on another. Features AI-assisted terrain analysis HuntIntel Terrain Intelligence Engine (HTIE™) Analysis of up to 2,000 acres Interactive terrain maps Smart waypoint generation Terrain-feature detection Explainable recommendations PDF reports Field navigation Personal notes Offline map support Cross-platform access Deterministic terrain analysis Designed for the Outdoors HuntIntel Terrain Intelligence gives you powerful tools for making informed decisions. Stop guessing. Start understanding your terrain with the HuntIntel Terrain Intelligence Engine (HTIE™).

Screenshots

Scenic Map4 screens
HuntIntel Terrain Intelligence4 screens

Verdict

The call

Scenic Map and HuntIntel Terrain Intelligence are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Scenic Map sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and HuntIntel Terrain Intelligence sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Scenic Map versus HuntIntel Terrain Intelligence: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScenic MapHuntIntel Terrain Intelligence
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.115.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size66 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGrangerFXHuntintel LLC

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Scenic Map

One-time1
  • Scenic Map Features$4.99
2 purchases

HuntIntel Terrain Intelligence

One-time2
  • Standard Terrain Analysis$9.99
  • Large Terrain Analysis$14.99

Questions

Is Scenic Map free?
Scenic Map is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HuntIntel Terrain Intelligence free?
HuntIntel Terrain Intelligence is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Scenic Map or HuntIntel Terrain Intelligence have ads?
Neither Scenic Map nor HuntIntel Terrain Intelligence shows ads.

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