Dalvarado55
Well-Known Member
I currently use both. The tracking for OnX and Gaia GPS is pretty similar. They both have the same features as far as adding way points, pictures, or sharing with others. I use Gaia GPS in conjunction with Trails Offroad (which is also a paid service for access to all their trails). You can upload the GPS coordinates for the trail from Trails Offroad to Gaia GPS. It works great. In my area (Arizona), I have noticed that there are some trails listed on one app and not the other which is the reason I use both. The difference between the two is the trial rating system. Trial Offroad uses a trail rating of 1-5 and OnX used a trail rating of 1-10. Not a big deal as you can read the trail reviews on either system to figure out how easy or hard the trail is.I'm trying to make a decision as to which GPS & mapping software I want to subscribe to.
It seems to me that Gaia GPS and On X Offroad basically operate in a similar fashion, offer the same services, have usable map architecture and include trip planning features.
I am still exploring the differences such as access to and layering of USFS, state lands, historical and curren topo maps and how the GPS markers work.
In any event, your comments, observed pros & cons and experiences with either app would be welcome!
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