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Head-to-head

Hiking and Skiing vs OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report

Hiking and Skiing 4.6★ · Free + IAP 65
Winner OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report
OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 4.8★ · Free + IAP 75

OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report is the better choice for dedicated ski and snow reports due to its focused features and generally positive user experience, despite some accuracy and stability issues, while Hiking and Skiing offers more diverse outdoor features but struggles with usability and subscription value.

Full reviews: Hiking and Skiing · OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report

Hiking and Skiing excels at AR peak identification and general outdoor navigation but is hampered by a complex interface, frequent bugs, and a controversial subscription model. OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report is a dedicated ski app, praised for its comprehensive snow reports and ease of use, though it faces criticism for data inaccuracy and occasional instability.

Head to head

Features edge: Hiking and SkiingR2R9R14R22
Hiking and Skiing Hiking and Skiing is lauded for its AR peak identification, 3D mapping, and navigation capabilities, allowing users to identify mountains, plan routes, and save tracks R2R14. It also offers features like 'teleport' and fly-overs . However, some users find its peak identification incomplete or inaccurate for certain locations R9R22R28.
OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report provides comprehensive snow, weather, and lift reports for ski resorts, with many users appreciating its ability to track conditions and research resorts . It includes webcams and user-submitted photos R72. However, users note a lack of certain features like interactive maps within the app, which are available on the website , and limited international coverage .
Ease of Use edge: OnTheSnow Ski & Snow ReportR1R6R12R20
Hiking and Skiing Users have mixed experiences with Hiking and Skiing's ease of use. Some find it easy and fun R20R58, while others describe it as 'too complicated' or difficult to navigate and search R1R6. There are complaints about slow loading times and the need to download data for each mountain, especially problematic in areas with poor cell service R12R43R60.
OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report is generally considered easy to use with a good interface for checking conditions R70. However, some users find it frustrating that they must add resorts to favorites to see updates , and others report sluggish performance or scrolling issues .
Reliability tieR10R14R25R28
Hiking and Skiing Hiking and Skiing receives varied feedback on reliability. Some users praise its accuracy and reliability for AR peak identification and horizon accuracy R14R54. However, many report significant issues including buggy Mac versions R10, app crashes , inaccurate peak identification R28, compass calibration problems R25, and the app losing its place when switching to other apps . It also requires constant updates which some find irritating .
OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report faces significant criticism regarding the accuracy of its snow forecasts and reports, with users frequently stating that reported snow amounts, temperatures, and lift/trail statuses do not match resort websites or actual conditions R61R67R70R72. The app is also described as unstable, buggy, freezing, or failing to load R64.
Price/Value edge: OnTheSnow Ski & Snow ReportR4R15R16R24
Hiking and Skiing Hiking and Skiing is a free app with in-app purchases, but its free version is heavily restricted, often allowing only 'one location per day' or one use before requiring payment R4R15R37R40. Many users express strong dissatisfaction with the subscription model, calling it 'insanely priced' at $23-$30/year or $89 for a 'full app' that is the only useful version, preferring a one-time purchase option R16R24.
OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report is also a free app with in-app purchases, and users generally appreciate that it is free with 'no mo/yr charges' . However, the app's value is diminished by an 'abomination' of ad implementation, including frequent pop-ups in Safari and numerous ad push notifications, which some users find 'user hostile' and a reason to cancel R76R82R85R102.
Support edge: Hiking and SkiingR54R58R61R64
Hiking and Skiing Hiking and Skiing receives positive feedback for its developer support. Users report quick responses to questions and tenacious, persistent help in resolving issues R54R58.
OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report Reviews for OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report do not explicitly mention direct customer support experiences. However, the app's issues with inaccurate data and persistent bugs suggest that user concerns may not always be addressed promptly or effectively R61R64R67R70.
Pick Hiking and Skiing if

you prioritize augmented reality peak identification, 3D mapping, and general outdoor navigation, and are willing to pay for a subscription despite its cost and occasional usability issues R2R14.

Pick OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report if

you need a dedicated app for ski and snow reports, appreciate a generally easy-to-use interface, and can tolerate some data inaccuracies and frequent ad interruptions .

Evidence note: The evidence for OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report's support is indirect, inferred from the prevalence of unaddressed bugs and data inaccuracies. Hiking and Skiing's support is explicitly praised by users.

Frequently asked

Is Hiking and Skiing free to use?
Hiking and Skiing is a free app, but its free version is severely limited, often allowing only one use or one location per day before requiring a subscription R15R37R40R45. Many users feel the free version is 'next to useless' R37.
How accurate are the snow reports in OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report?
The snow reports in OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report are frequently criticized by users for being inaccurate, with reported snowfall amounts, temperatures, and lift/trail statuses often differing significantly from resort websites or actual conditions R61R67R70R72.
Does Hiking and Skiing work offline?
Hiking and Skiing requires users to download area data for offline use, but some users report problems with this feature, such as maps not being available for new areas if hiking more than 20 miles, or the app constantly trying to download data even in areas with poor service R43R60.
Are there many ads in OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report?
Yes, OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report has a significant issue with ad implementation, with users reporting frequent pop-ups opening in Safari and numerous ad push notifications that make the app 'unusable' and 'user hostile' R76R82R85R102.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R2] Hiking and Skiing 5/5 · US My review: I don’t use this app often but when I do it’s awesome. I love using it when I travel and want to know something like “what’s that mountain” or how tall is it. Defiantly a worth while app👍
  2. [R9] Hiking and Skiing 3/5 · US Far from perfect: For $30/year, you would think it could identify Ben Nevis when you’re looking right at it. After all, it is the tallest munro in the British isles.
  3. [R14] Hiking and Skiing 5/5 · US Just right: This is the best functioning AR peak/summit app as far as reliability and horizon accuracy. It also has a great suite of navigation and history keeping features; being able to plan routes, save your tracks and trips, and leave reviews and check ins all works well together.
  4. [R22] Hiking and Skiing 1/5 · US Can’t find/identify Denai: Disappointed
  5. [R1] Hiking and Skiing 1/5 · US Too complicated: Very hard to just do the simplest thing like going from point A to Point B and following it. Can not figure it out yet
  6. [R6] Hiking and Skiing 3/5 · US Searching could use work: Navigating and searching in general is somewhat difficult. It only has peak names, and not all of them and doesn’t list county, or even state. So for common named peaks, there are many results and it’s not obvious which one is being referred to. And then navigating around in the immersive map, you can’t zoom or move very quickly, so it’s hard to orient yourself. For exam
  7. [R12] Hiking and Skiing 3/5 · US Great app, slow to load: Great app, love the content but very slow to load
  8. [R20] Hiking and Skiing 5/5 · US Amazing!: It is easy to use and really fun!
  9. [R10] Hiking and Skiing 2/5 · US Beautiful app, but.: Mac version is incredibly buggy, nearly impossible to use.
  10. [R25] Hiking and Skiing 1/5 · US Compass calibration: The Compass calibration seems to be messed up and I can’t get it fixed
  11. [R28] Hiking and Skiing 2/5 · US barely works: would be way cooler if it was accurate. it can barely properly outline and label the mountains, it’s completely off. it’ll outline a “mountain” in the completely wrong spot and it’ll just be an outline in the sky. i paid $30 for this just for it to never work. I’d look for other apps that work properly
  12. [R4] Hiking and Skiing 1/5 · US Peak visor: The app was great but the pro limits were super lame
  13. [R15] Hiking and Skiing 3/5 · US (Free version) “One location per day”?: The app seems to work beautifully, but I would not have expected the “one location” limitation to lock me out during an hour’s loop walk around the Viewpoint neighborhood in Prescott Valley Az. I downloaded the “area data” before starting out. What’s a ”location”?
  14. [R16] Hiking and Skiing 1/5 · US Cost Outrageous: Too much money for as little as one uses
  15. [R24] Hiking and Skiing 3/5 · US I DETEST SUBSCRIPTIONS!: Please just figure out what a fair price is for the app (high or low) and I’ll pay it. I am overwhelmed with monthly subscriptions and will not buy anymore. I would gladly pay whatever you consider a fair price to own it. It’s getting out of control. Too bad because it appears that the full version is amazing. :( 9/4/21 Any consideration given to a one time fee? If you th
  16. [R54] Hiking and Skiing 5/5 · US Great hiking app!!: If you have ever been on a hike or been anywhere that there is a view of mountains in the distance this is an awesome app to help you properly identify surrounding peaks. I have not used it yet for orienteering or mapping out hiking routes but I would think would be incredibly useful. I emailed the developer with some follow up questions and they responded right away which i
  17. [R58] Hiking and Skiing 5/5 · US Great app!: I love this app! It is quick and easy to use and gives detailed info either in real time or with photos. Tech support is awesome and gives one to one service. Recently had a bug and the support was tenacious and persistent in figuring out the problem. I highly recommend.
  18. [R61] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 1/5 · US Wildly innacurate: Will say 11+ inches when the resort itself is predicting 3 inches. ?? Unreliable, better off with other sources
  19. [R64] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 1/5 · US Very unstable and buggy app.: Pages appear blank or freeze randomly.
  20. [R37] Hiking and Skiing 1/5 · US Too much upselling: As a free app this is next to useless! Only one use per day! Disappointed is an understatement
  21. [R40] Hiking and Skiing 1/5 · US Useless: Only one usage per day, but it counted my initial setup as a “use.” So I downloaded it onto my other phone, and… it didn’t do anything. What a waste of time.
  22. [R45] Hiking and Skiing 3/5 · US 1 use a day?: Only one use a day before having to pay $23/ year. Not too happy. Hard to tell how this is working b4 I pay other then the reviews.
  23. [R67] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 1/5 · US What is going on with the accuracy: The info provided in the app is inaccurate. Doesn’t make it very useful if I have to double check everything using other weather tools and cross check on individual resort websites.
  24. [R70] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 2/5 · US Inaccurate trail reports: Interface is easy to use which is great, but the reports of how many trials / lifts are open do not match the mountains websites. It should be updating in real-time in order to ensure correct info.
  25. [R72] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 3/5 · US Temps aren’t accurate: …Nor are the snowfall amounts. I like that readers can submit photos. Celsius sponsorship means nothing when it’s not broadly available at most of these resorts. And, where some flavor Dan he found, it’s an after thought in the way it’s merchandised.
  26. [R43] Hiking and Skiing 2/5 · US Waste of money: You have to download maps before you loose cell phone signal, then if you hike more than 20 miles you dont have maps for your new area. I often had problems of the app not finding the Largest Peak in a range or in a further range behind closer hills. Not worth the money and i was more frustrated with it always not having maps. Only useful if you are in cell phone range with a singl
  27. [R60] Hiking and Skiing 4/5 · US Mountains don’t have wifi.: The app is definitely cool…except that it’s always trying to download data. I have primarily used it in a 5 mile radius of my home, as I live at 9000’ or so in SW Colorado, but every time I open it, it wants to download data. I barely have service at my house let alone up in the forest. When I see “downloading 1.2k of 10.9mb” I remember to chuck my phone into the abyss
  28. [R76] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 1/5 · US Too many cookies: I am canceling because the app will not let me opt out of cookies. It is letting Amazon collect info. Get on the right side of peoples rights! Too bad, I like the app for the most part. I would rather pay for the app than allow third party cookies.
  29. [R82] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 1/5 · US Ad implementation is an abomination that makes the app unusable: Used to enjoy and rely on this app, but it’s now FREQUENTLY opening ads in Safari, seemingly at random. I understand being ad supported, but this crosses a line into outright user hostile.
  30. [R85] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 2/5 · US Great app but annoying bug made it unusable: This has been my go-to app for monitoring snow conditions across several ski resorts in the US and around the world. However, as of the last update, I now get a browser pop up every single time I try to interact with a resort’s page. I hope this gets fixed but until then, use something else.
  31. [R102] OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report 3/5 · GB Constant pop ups: Great app, absolutely love it and use it every day during the season. However! Last update beginning of this year is causing a web browser pop up every time I change between option in the dashboard eg if I want to click I. Another tab within a resort it immediately opens a pop up. This is awful. Incredibly annoying. I have reinstalled the app several times and it’s not resolved.

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store