

We compared the maps on their ease of use, detail, cost, mobile functionality, and coverage. We tested the various capabilities of four of the most popular online mapping tools by using them to remotely scout the same property. And in today’s digital world, there are a plethora of online mapping options available on your phone or tablet. Maps are the serious hunter’s best friend, especially when it comes to scouting. Outdoor Life Scout Your Hunt With 3 More Online Mapping Tools The Final Hunting App Scorecard The final scores. Unfortunately, a recent update to the app limits the number of parcels you can tap for details to 10 per month, and it appears HuntStand may soon charge for additional parcel details. Still, it’s the only app I’ve found that offers parcel boundaries at no charge. No landowner information is provided on the app, though the desktop version does include those details, and you can’t tell which property is public versus privately owned, which is definitely a disappointment. You will encounter some areas that do not offer parcel details (of the 14 Michigan counties I tested, two did not), and the boundary lines are all you get. The parcel boundaries can be turned on or off, and they provide property lines.

The maps function as expected, and image quality is excellent (so long as you have an adequate cellular signal). HuntStand’s system allows you to choose an array of map views, ranging from satellite aerial imagery to topographic to standard views with road names.
