# HuntWise vs Compass∞

HuntWise and Compass∞ both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 82% of Compass∞'s written reviews are positive against 42% of HuntWise's. Compass∞ also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.0). HuntWise's advantage is ratings volume (70K vs 5.1K) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HuntWise sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month and Compass∞ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for HuntWise against 4.6 for Compass∞. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HuntWise has 70K ratings behind it against 5.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 42% of HuntWise's written reviews are positive against 82% of Compass∞'s.

HuntWise ships an update every 2 weeks, Compass∞ every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | HuntWise | Compass∞ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (70K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/huntwise-a-better-hunting-app/id645518545/reviews)** | [4.6 (5.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass/id1174136875/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **70K** | 5.1K |
| Positive reviews | 41.9% of reviews | **81.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#4** | — |
| Size | 170 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sportsman Tracker](https://appshunter.io/developer/992854408) | [Camera LLC(TX)](https://appshunter.io/developer/511623212) |

## What reviewers say

### HuntWise

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/huntwise-a-better-hunting-app/id645518545)

**Currently charting:** #4 Top Grossing · Navigation, #39 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

Optimize your outdoor hunting experience with advanced weather predictions, detailed mapping, and property line information. Plan your hunts, scout locations, and navigate off-grid with custom pins and shared hunt areas. Access exclusive discounts on hunting gear.

**Highlights:** Proprietary weather-based hunt predictions, Detailed hunting maps with property lines, Offline map and pin access, Landowner contact information, Public land discovery, Hunt area sharing with friends, Exclusive pro deals on hunting gear

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Subscription - Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Elite Subscription - Monthly | $39.99 | per month |
| Pro Subscription - Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| Elite Subscription - Annual | $119.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🗺️ Excellent maps and terrain data
- ⚙️ Useful features like wind direction, hunt predictions
- 🤝 Good community and social aspects
- 💰 Reasonable pricing compared to alternatives

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤑 Too many features locked behind paywall
- 🔍 Inaccurate or outdated map data
- 🤔 Inconsistent or unreliable hunt predictions
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscriptions or get refunds
- 🤯 Confusing or unintuitive user interface

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes or performance issues
- Data loss or sync problems when updating the app
- Incorrect or missing property ownership information

**Requested features**

- Ability to customize map layers and markers
- Improved offline functionality and caching
- Better integration with other outdoor apps and tools
- More localized and region-specific data and forecasts


### Compass∞

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass/id1174136875)

This app provides an accurate and easy-to-read compass for outdoor activities like hiking and camping. It displays heading, magnetic north, cardinal directions, temperature, and altitude. A flashlight is also included for nighttime use.

**Highlights:** Accurate compass readings, Magnetic North display, Cardinal direction indicators, Weather temperature, Altitude display, Large letter readings, Built-in flashlight

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Speedometer Lat/Long No Ads | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Accurate and reliable
- 🔦 Useful flashlight feature
- 💡 Helpful for navigation and orientation
- ⭐ Great app overall

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Frequent prompts to upgrade to premium
- 🐛 Occasional inaccuracies or inconsistencies
- 🔋 High battery consumption

**Reported bugs**

- Compass reading sometimes off by 90 degrees
- App crashes or freezes on certain devices

**Requested features**

- Add latitude and longitude display
- Improve compass calibration
- Reduce frequency of premium upgrade prompts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HuntWise free?

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

### Is Compass∞ free?

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

### Which has better reviews, HuntWise or Compass∞?

HuntWise is rated higher. HuntWise averages 4.7 out of 5 from 70K ratings, while Compass∞ averages 4.6 from 5.1K ratings.

### Do HuntWise or Compass∞ have ads?

Neither HuntWise nor Compass∞ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, HuntWise or Compass∞?

HuntWise ships an update every 2 weeks, and Compass∞ every 2 months. Most recently, HuntWise was updated on November 8, 2026 and Compass∞ on November 6, 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.*