Detector Maps vs RockHoundR

Detector Maps is the field tool that keeps you on the gold - and on the relics. Built by geologists for prospectors, relic hunters and metal detectorists across the United States, Australia, New Zealand and Canada, it pairs geological data and historical maps with rock-solid GPS so you spend your time on high-potential ground, not guessing. Whether you are swinging a detector for gold nuggets, coin shooting an old homestead, hunting Civil War relics or panning a creek, it puts serious research intelligence in your pocket - and it works offline, where the finds actually are. COIN & RELIC HUNTING - NATIONWIDE Research old towns, ghost towns, homesteads, schoolhouses and long-forgotten gathering places - the ground where old coins, buttons, buckles and relics are still waiting. - Historical map overlays: hunt the buildings, roads and fields the modern map forgot - Historic USGS Topo maps, coast to coast - LiDAR that reveals cellar holes, old roads and house sites hiding under the trees - Plan permissions with confidence before you knock GOLD PROSPECTING - 15 STATES Serious geology for nugget hunting, from California to the Carolinas. Detect where gold has already been found, then find what the old-timers missed. - Historic gold mines, diggings and workings - proven gold ground - Surface geochemistry with pathfinder-element filtering - Current and expired mining claims, updated every weekday - 1-metre LiDAR hillshade that reveals old workings worth a closer swing DETECTOR ACADEMY A built-in crash course: 34 short video lessons, most under a minute - layers, LiDAR, waypoints, trails, offline maps and Pro tools. DETECTOR GRIDS Plan complete, methodical coverage of a site with adjustable search lanes you follow while recording your trail - never grid the same ground twice. BREADCRUMB TRAIL TRACKING (BACKGROUND GPS) Record your exact trail even with the app in the background or the screen off. See where you have walked and save paths for the next trip. WHY WE REQUEST "ALLOW ALL THE TIME" LOCATION ACCESS Detector Maps only uses background location when you switch breadcrumb tracking ON, keeping an unbroken log while your phone is idle. Disable it anytime in the app or device settings. WAYPOINT MARKING AND FIND LOGGING Drop waypoints on coins, relics, gold finds and old workings. Add names, notes and photos, then sync securely between your phone and the web app so your finds are never lost. REAL-TIME GPS NAVIGATION Watch boundaries, geology, historical maps and terrain update around you as you move - a GPS built for prospecting, coin shooting and relic hunting. COVERAGE USA COIN & RELIC: Nationwide USA GOLD: CA, AL, NC, AZ, NV, ID, OR, UT, CO, MT, WA, SC, VA, GA, NM AUSTRALIA: QLD, NSW, VIC, WA, SA, TAS, NT NEW ZEALAND: historic goldfields, geology and offline maps CANADA: British Columbia SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION All plans include every map, standard data layers, offline downloads, and access to Australia, USA, New Zealand, Canada (BC) and the UK. USA Pricing - Explorer Monthly: $7.99 USD; Explorer Yearly: $59.99; Pro Monthly: $11.99 USD; Pro Yearly: $99.99 USD. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Pricing may vary by region. PRIVACY AND DATA Your location, trails and waypoints are used only for core app functionality. Delete your account anytime: Profile > Delete Account > type "confirm" > tap Delete. Privacy Policy: https://app.detectormaps.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://app.detectormaps.com/license-agreement Whether you swing a GPX 6000, an Equinox, a Manticore, a Deus or a Gold Monster - or a sluice or a pan - Detector Maps helps you cover more ground, log your best finds, and read productive terrain like a professional.

RockHoundR is the map every rockhound, prospector, and fossil hunter has been waiting for. Find collecting sites, know where it's legal to dig, check for mining claims, and keep a log of every find, all in one app. DISCOVER THOUSANDS OF SPOTS Browse a curated map of rockhounding spots and fossil sites across the country. Tap any pin to see what's been found there, how to get there, and whether it's open to the public. Filter by best spots, public access, or the material you're after. KNOW WHERE YOU CAN LEGALLY COLLECT Turn on land layers for BLM, National Forest, National Parks, and more to see which areas allow casual collecting and which don't. Tap anywhere on the map to see who manages the land, with the field office phone number and website. SEE EVERY MINING CLAIM Collecting on someone's active claim can get you in real trouble. With Pro, see active mining claims on the map, tap one for its serial number, type, and status, and see claims that have been closed. DETAILED SITE INFORMATION Every spot includes: • What rocks, minerals, and fossils have been found • Land agency and access rules • GPS coordinates and directions • Weather and trip-planning info • The source of the record SEE THE ROCKS UNDER YOUR FEET Turn on the geology layer to see surface rock colored by age, from Precambrian to today. Tap an era to learn what to look for there. PLAN YOUR TRIP Check the weather at any site before you drive out. With Pro, see wildfires, snow, and rain on the map. Find nearby fuel, restrooms, water, and campgrounds so you know what you're walking into. YOUR COLLECTION Log every find with photos, location, and notes. Finds are private by default, and you choose who sees each one. Add catalog numbers, weights, and sizes to keep your collection organized. DRAW YOUR OWN ROUTES Draw lines on the map to mark trails you've walked, ground you've covered, or routes you want to come back to, and see the distance. OFFLINE-READY Download map areas before you head into the field. Cell service is rare where the good rocks are, and RockHoundR keeps working when your signal doesn't. JOIN THE COMMUNITY Share finds, follow other rockhounds, and get help naming a mystery rock. Find a rockhounding club near you or start your own, with field trips and events in one place. WHO IT'S FOR • Rockhounds and gem hunters • Fossil collectors • Prospectors and gold panners • Mineral and crystal collectors • Geology students and educators • Anyone who likes spending a Saturday outside with a hammer Whether you're chasing agates on the Oregon coast, prospecting in the Mojave, or hunting Herkimers in upstate New York, RockHoundR puts the whole country's collecting map in your pocket. Download RockHoundR free. Browse the map, see spot details, get directions, and log your finds at no cost. ROCKHOUNDR PRO Upgrade to Pro to unlock the tools that matter most in the field: • Land layers: BLM, Forest Service, parks, and more • Mining claims: active and closed claims on the map • Conditions: wildfire, snow, and rain layers • Offline maps: download any area and keep working with no signal • 3D terrain: scout the landscape before you head out • Route tools: custom line colors and elevation profiles • GPX and KML import and export • Collection tools: print QR specimen labels and export to CSV Pro is available as a monthly or yearly subscription, with a 7-day free trial on the yearly plan. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple ID settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula Privacy Policy: https://rockhoundr.com/privacy-policy Contact us: support@rockhoundr.com Find out more about RockHoundR at: https://rockhoundr.com