# CDFW License vs Hunterizer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Hunterizer at 83% against CDFW License's 40%. Hunterizer also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.9) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 months). CDFW License's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and chart position (#160 vs unranked). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hunterizer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. CDFW License asks for nothing beyond the download.

Hunterizer holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CDFW License has 88 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of CDFW License's written reviews are positive against 83% of Hunterizer's.

CDFW License ships an update every 5 months, Hunterizer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CDFW License | Hunterizer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.9 (88 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cdfw-license/id6450827501/reviews) | **[4.7 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hunterizer/id6743875063/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **88** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | 40.5% of reviews | **83.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#160** | — |
| Size | 69 MB | 65 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [RA Outdoors, LLC, d/b/a Aspira](https://appshunter.io/developer/1351637760) | [Artemida Publishing Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1805010619) |

## What reviewers say

### CDFW License

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cdfw-license/id6450827501)

**Currently charting:** #160 Top Free · Sports (US App Store)

Manage your California fishing and hunting licenses, preference points, and access permits. This official app allows you to view and store all your important wildlife documents in one convenient place.

**Highlights:** View fishing licenses, View hunting licenses, Store preference points, Access permits, Manage drawing applications

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Digital license access
- 👍 No more physical licenses
- 👍 App works as intended
- 👍 Good start for mobile feature
- 👍 Clean interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Account creation issues
- 🐛 Login problems
- 🐛 ID verification errors
- 🐛 Cannot link existing accounts
- 🐛 Repetitive info dumps

**Reported bugs**

- Error 403 when trying to buy
- Cannot associate ID info (DL, passport)
- App autofilled random password
- Login fails in app but works on website
- App says no active licenses when user has them

**Requested features**

- Add Apple Wallet support
- Consolidate info dumps for efficiency
- Allow account creation directly in app
- Retain login credentials
- Add lobster reporting functionality


### Hunterizer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hunterizer/id6743875063)

Instantly discover what game is in season, where to find it, and with what weapon. Plan your hunting trips with zone-specific regulations and receive timely alerts for season openings and closings. Focus on the outdoors with simplified hunting information.

**Highlights:** What can I hunt today, Hunting season calendar, Smart alerts and reminders, Zone-based regulations, Expanding state coverage

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hunterizer: monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Hunterizer: annual plan | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CDFW License free?

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

### Is Hunterizer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, CDFW License or Hunterizer?

Hunterizer is rated higher. CDFW License averages 2.9 out of 5 from 88 ratings, while Hunterizer averages 4.7 from 12 ratings.

### Do CDFW License or Hunterizer have ads?

Neither CDFW License nor Hunterizer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, CDFW License or Hunterizer?

CDFW License ships an update every 5 months, and Hunterizer fortnightly. Most recently, CDFW License was updated on September 23, 2026 and Hunterizer on September 14, 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.*