My Favorite Backpacking Map and GPS App - AllTrails - Review
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Today Luke is reviewing his favorite backpacking/GPS app which is called AllTrails. This is what he personally uses for his adventures and has been in testing for a full year now.
Link : www.alltrails....
Cost : Free limited Version ; $2.50 a month, $30 a year, Lifetime $100
This is my second year of using this app and I was able to renew for $20 thanks to a promotion email which I received.
Available on : Apple and Android - I’ve only used it on IOS so I can’t comment on the Android part.
Who this is for : Hiker, Backpacker, Trail Runner, even Mountain Biker
This is an extremely popular app for a good reason; it’s awesome!
On IOS alone it has an average rating of 4.9 with over 67K+ ratings!
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can i use this app in norway?? hmmm
love your spirit ^^ no corruption :P
Dan Go to their website and check out the location in Norway you're planning to visit.
$30 a year, Lifetime $100 How did you get this option was it only offered to you for review? I can not find this on the site anywhere.
How do you verify that you have completed a full trail because i am planing on bikepacking the North East Texas Trail, and i dont want to do the 2 day journey and not be able to verify it.
I bought the pro version and tested it yesterday after watching this review . It's just what I was looking for. Thanks for putting this on RUclips.
I love AllTrails. I’m in the UK and it’s great to map your own trails on the desktop version of AllTrails, then your new trail is available on the app once synced.
Great video Luke. Love your work and thanks for sharing
Thank you!! Thank you!!!. I have been researching and researching like crazy trying to find trails in my area. I couldn't find much of anything. I was becoming very discouraged. Then....in one fell swoop....i find this video. I downloaded the all trails app. BAM!! Suddenly it listed all these trails around me. The biggest surprise was about a trail I had been hiking which was 2.5 miles, the longest I could find, was actually 5.5 miles. The map showed where I had been missing out. LOVE IT!!. Thank you so much for posting this. It is extremely helpful.
Thumbs up for this review. I first downloaded the app Trailforks but had trouble figuring it out and couldn't find a useful RUclips tutorial. I'm a total newby. After listening to this review I downloaded "AllTrails" and I was instantly up and running. Thanks.
This review is the most clear- easiest for me to understand- of the ones that I watched. Thank you!
Thank you to ALL of the technicians who invented the smart phone! Great review, Luke. I love this app and others I use for planning adventures. All Trails is my favorite (android version) along with Guthook, GAIA, WAZE and there's another one I use but its name escapes me. It provides several useful tools such as a compass, flashlight, etc. Before the advent of smart phones I had to do mountains of research to find information, directions, maps and so on even just to plan a simple hike. My first few years of hiking maps actually were hand-drawn from our family's set of encyclopedias, either Collier or Britannica. Some of you out there are probably saying WTF?! For decades I used reference materials at home, local libraries and stores like Dick's to acquire information. Now I pick up my S10e, go to All Trails and within seconds I have nearly all the information I need. Did I ever thank the technicians who invented the smart phone?
Another good video for yet another rainy day in the north
Great review, clear, thorough and helpful! I have been considering this app and you convinced me.
I've just started using the app, but didn't realize the difference with the desktop version, in planning out my trip in the background, where there is no trail. Highly recommend👍
Bought the one time payment for All Trails a couple of months ago. I love this app. Works great for the Black Hills of South Dakota trails. Thanks for the review.
I've had the free version for about 5 years and it probably kept us from spending a cold night out after we got off trail while dayhiking the Pinhoti. We were able to get back on trail and made it to the car about 30 minutes before sunset. I just upgraded to PRO yesterday after finding out that it offers a way to let someone know where I am. This is a great feature!
Great review! I've been using the free version for about a year and was happy with it. I just upgraded to Pro last week because I really like the idea of downloading a map for offline use. I watched another AllTrails video that showed me how to create my own map, as well as print it! Can't wait to use those features on my next Adirondacks trip
In the app does it show how long it should take to do and how much time you have left approximately like some other apps
Thanks for the heads up and review on this useful software Luke. It is available and used in the UK so I have signed up and installed onto my mobile phone. I have the free option for now but may upgrade to the Pro version later. Best wishes to you and Suzie.
Hey man, good review, thanks. We are doing a 4.400mile-thru hike in Europe, from Bulgaria to Spain, so trail apps are welcome here :) greetings from Romania
AllTrails is a great app. Excellent review and great idea to print the map from the website as well as downloading to your phone. Well worth the price for the Pro version. Thanks for your videos Luke.
Great review… thanks! I’m using the Pro version and love the Heat Map overlay. Apparently it records the use of trails that haven’t been published by capturing (presumably) the tracking data from other users. It’s great for showing alternate routes, cut-offs, cut-backs, and spurs just in case you want to modify your route. I’m not sure if this feature can be used without cell service. It’s really useful to answer questions like “can I cut back to the trail head on this branch” or “I wonder if that spur can get me to the lake, river, whatever”
I use this app and I am in Australia I agree it’s awesome 👍 love the channel keep up the great work
Thank you for the review. I have been researching an app for finding and keeping a log of the trails that I have hiked. Your review was very informative. I think I will have to checkout the PRO version. Thank you.
All Trails is great for finding trails. I use that in combination with Gaia GPS which also let's you create routes across multiple trails and lets you share them with your hiking buddies that way everyone is on the same page.
Thank you for this! Nice job and the App developers for this should "give" you the App for free and forever!
I have been using AllTrails app for a couple of years now!!! Awesome app I have had it on my 5c and my 6s plus iPhones!!! And like Luke said no issues with app!!!
Thanks for the review Sir ( from FRANCE ) ;)
I heard you mention this APP in another video. I downloaded it and it is awesome. Thank you
Alltrails is my #1 app as we are here in NM and there is so much to discover. I cannot imagine not using it to track our progress and keep on trail. I do wish there was a discussion option or some sort of way to interact with other users but that functionality seems to be going by the wayside nowadays
Thank you for your review. Found it to be fair and useful.
Spot on review. I recently sprung for the lifetime subscription.
Thanks - I've used the free version this app until now - sounds like it's well worth it to upgrade to PRO.
it really is worth it even with its shortcomings.
About to upgrade to Pro for my move to Denver...love this app, thanks for the video!
good video review, I have the free version. I'm going to upgrade due to your good review . Thank you
I've been using that app for at least 6 months now.. great app.
I have used Galileo pro for the last two years for hiking/backpacking, also AllTrails. Great apps
Hi Luke I typically only section hike the AT and for that I use Guthook which is a fantastic App. Sometime ago I did download the AllTrails app but never used it. I am planning to use it for some upcoming hikes in the NJ Pine Barrens. Thanks for a great review.
That's Awesome. I will be checking this app out.
Excellent Video.👍👍😎
“Two is one and one is none!”
I have been using Alpine Quest (for android) for some years now, and it has all the features i ever heard about that can be found on a GPS app or device (except sending SOS messages and SMS in places without regular mobile network coverage, which i think you only find on GPS devices, and not GPS apps...). Its a relatively cheap (maybe $20) one time purchase (none of that "subscription" stuff), and have a pretty decent selection of maps to choose from. Including a bunch of the "Google Maps" (which i think is the only one that is NOT downloadable), various Bing Maps, open topography maps, hikebike map, and various other maps. You can also "layer" several maps, and choose the opacity, so you have your favorite map as a base, and add other layers like "terrain", "heights", "hillshade layer", or "slopes". There is also a "track recorder" function which enables you to record the trail you are on, and export it as a GPX file or whatever, so you can store them for later, or share them with friends. If you use the track recorder, it will show how far the trail is, as well as all kinds of detailed information about the speed and elevation...
I researched the hiking apps last year and ended up going with Gaia GPS. All Trails is a solid app as well. Both have similar features.
I use motion X. Been using it for three years now and hasn't failed me once. You don't get the reviews and comments but it works great as a navigator. The best thing is that it works great in airplane mode so it hardly uses any battery
Thanks for the great review. I definitely like the social aspect and rating on this app. I'm using Gaia GPS for a bit more personalizing of my routes, however. While hiking, I can leave markers on the currently recorded trail to indicate water sources, potential camp spots, and many other important things. It also lets me plot my own trail on the fly or ahead of the trip (on the phone and web). I've used that aspect many times, and not only for hiking. It came in handy when driving in another country without activating roaming for cellphone service, or as a backup when driving on dirt roads where I knew there will not be any phone service. I can also create folders of saved Information (downloaded trails from other hikers, my own recorded trails, waypoints, photos). I have a folder for each climbing area that I visit frequently, for instance. Another great thing is the many different map layers that are available, such as nautical and aviation maps, cycle maps, an Appalachian Trail map (you might like that one, Luke), historical maps, US public land, National Geographics maps, just to name a few. Needless to say, I love this app, but I will give AllTrails a try, perhaps as a companion app :)
Luke i can actually help you out on this review, i have android and yes the screen layout is identical, i to get the maps option.\i dont have the paid for version as i dont get out much, mainly cause im lazy. i know its a terrible excuse. im working on it. i do love looking at the maps to see where they are and how hard they would be.
Working on the excuse or getting out?
MG70Gaming getting out obviously...
Well done and very informative.
This information was really helpful. Thank you 👍
Very well done review. Thank you. Now a new subscriber. Hubby and I will use this weekend.
I have onX hunt for hunting.... very similar, will have to check it out for just hiking! Thanks for sharing!
I been hiking all my life and I just purchased a Garming GPS tracker. It seems like way too much work to set it up for hiking. I've been using All trails for a couple years now and I think I will pay for the membership. GPS devices dont offer trails you have to load them up into them.
Thank you for sharing this app info. Great review!!!!
I have this as well. Did not find it easy to use until I got Pro. Now its easier, at least for the few times I've used it.
Excellent video thanks. I use the ramblr which is pretty similar to the one you are using.
Great review.Thank you. What are you using to shoot your videos. They are awesome.
Best review of the app i've seen. Thank you
I wouldn't waste your money on any navigation app alltrails, ranger. Buy a os map down load the digital version with code that you scratch off on map. Plot your routes, gps all free , so you can plot your route and then follow route. It's brilliant
Depending on where and how far you venture, take note that relying on a cellphone for remote navigation is not the best idea...
Cellphones are delicate, battery runs down quickly using gps, and they really dont like water - *always* have a quality map & compass (learn to use them first) and/or a truly outdoors worthy backup device. Backup could be as simple as a Garmin etrex 10 preloaded with your trip on up to a Fenix 6 watch that is fully capable of route planning with its built in map.
If you hike with someone else their phone can be a back up, but preload the app/maps/route on it too and power down and protect one of them in zip lock and padded pocket/pouch.
Do not rely on a Apple watch as a backup even if your particular app will work without the phone; again.. short battery life, the apps lack details and you can't reroute.
I plan on my phone and computer using whichever app has the best detail and mapping for the area, then export the gpx file to my Fenix using Connect, close all apps on the phone and put it in airplane mode so that it'll last 2 days. I bring an Anker 10000mah if I'm out for longer.
I rarely look at the phone because the watch is so capable.
..does it mark where the snakes are hiding ..lol...good review
Haha It definitely should...come on AllTrail! - Luke
Thanks man. Great review for a great app !
I use Alltrails also. Great app.
Great review, thanks for sharing
I have been using Ramblr for 3 years
All the INFLUENCERS seems to like Guthooks but until I actually hike the AT I'll never have no idea how that works; however, my initial usage of AllTrails has just been overall easy & super-Intuitive this far.
Excellent review sir.
Great review. Thank you
The number in parentheses is the number of reviews, not the rating as you stated, when you used the Big Lost Cove Trail.
I use this App too! Love it!
Great Review. Wondering if AllTrails has an option for users to add waypoints to the digital trail while hiking.
Out West in the National Forests they miss many trails. Just a heads up. Sure it will improve.
another problem is that on a remote hike you get home and go on desktop to view waypoint photos--but nothing is there. Turns out when you get back home use cell phone and sign back on and click on the recorded trail THEN the pictures come through since it uploads them. What is the problem? why dont they tell people that since I have contacted them before about it--I finally figured out what was going on.
The trail line on the screen is too narrow. Wish it was more bold. Is there a way to download area maps, not just one trail at a time? The user interface is clearly focused on 'one trail at a time' which is not good for my type of trips.
I'm a big fan of Avenza Maps and their app works excellent.
The $100 buy in option is no longer available. Wish I would've pulled the trigger when they still had it 😂
I'm in uk but-for this moment app cost for year half price, if u still interesting. Tom.
I use AllTrails as well. Great app!
Good app, planning is important. I try to leave the tech at home when I explore the backcountry.
Thank you, this was helpful
I have been using this for about a year and love it. I have not paid for the full version though. What I love is that I can use it anywhere. If I want to go for a day or multi day hike instead of going on line and taking forever to find a trail, I can put in my wants for a hike and a radius and bam it gives me all the trails within that radius.
Kinda funny...I down loaded last Fri..and haven't really played with it..
This video helps a lot...Thanks
Great app, thanks Luke
Thank you. Very well done video. Can you clarify what you said about being able to still use your phone if you do not have cell service? Do iPhones have a GPS I did not know about?
The "53" is the number of people that have reviewed the trail not a rating. Usually review sites have a number so that you can tell if the star rating is a more general opinion or waited heavily towards the opinion of a couple of people. I suspect you already knew this and you just misspoke, but that mistake made me cringe a little bit when I heard it. Great review otherwise.
Chris Edwards I was just about to say the same thing
You spelled Guthook a weird way.
Good review Lucas...have tried it...not thrilled with the subscription model....looks like a lot of info for the pro version, but pricey. I use MyTrails Pro, which has a one time fee, but does not offer all that trail info...not much of a trail hiker though, in general. Gaia GPS also has the subscription model, which I am trying for a year. If it's really good...$100.00 once and done might be worth the price. I always carry a hard copy backup as well. Backcountry Navigator is one I use as well. By the way Luke...are you left handed? Thanks
be aware that the concept of all trails is good however they are in a state of apparent collapse and using a desktop computer for instance you cannot add photos after from a good camera. Many of the features barely work and its almost impossible to contact support-I have full blown pro. The recording of your route works good even with no phone reception however afterwords to go on desktop and add REAL pictures not cell phone is almost impossible. click 'add photos" the plus mark--browse to upload--shows the photo--BUT PAGE IS DEAD and does not work--nothing is there you cannot upload it. no upload button no done--nothing. no choice but to close it and photo or photos are not there.
also they dropped the ball in that the trail just done does not show "views" nor allow commenting thumbs up thumbs down nothing. no interaction with others. comments such as on youtube are the big thing yet they have no idea to improve and if an app comes up with that they will be overtaken. huge best feature is if you see a spot you are going to not just follow a common trail which I never do--you can click in a few lines and create the trail or the endpoint of interest. when you arrive you click on it during the hike and you simply navigate your dot to the location however you want to get there. makes no difference phone reception or not. best feature by far since I hike heavily exclusively in the very remote desert southwest.
good app and thats what I use however they are missing basic improvements and are frozen in time.
This app for the most part has just about every Trail unlike you I actually did find a couple of trails in my area that the map did not have. That being said due to the ease of access it was easy for me to upload track my progress and give them the trail that was missing which is way different than any other app I've ever used.
The rating was not "53"...that was the number of people who completed a rating. The number of stars is the average rating.
If your phone loses signal then it has no GPS. So what good is it? Yes, this is a question because this does not make sense to me. My Garmin uses real satellites for positioning, not cell towers. I have been in the mountains in a whiteout snow storm and phone GPS dropped out. But my GPS for the car never skipped a beat. So It is a real question I am asking.
I have the free version of AllTrails and like it a lot. I also use ParkAdvisor, WikiCampsUSA, Hiking Project, and National Parks apps.
Thanks for the review and talking about the pay for version.
AllTrails is a great App. I've used it extensively for day hikes. Backpacking requires additional information for planning a trip---ie. Water Sources and Campgrounds. Do any of the map layers in AllTrails offer that information? If not, are there other apps which provide that information?
Great video. Good job. You should get a kick back from all trails.
Just catching up to this post. Do you still use the app? Also, as an ASU grad I love the Lost Cove hike for a quick afternoon outing. Great views.
OK Dumb question - so you are confident and "clear" on where you are and where you are going with this AllTrails (Pro) App AND I don't need a Garmin GPS at all!!??
So I am a new hiker and have only used the app a few times after a recommendation and I would answer both parts of your question as yes. You don’t need to use any additional equipment, just your phone and it’s very precise. It shows a clear and accurate red line depicting the trail with arrows showing which way to go and a gps marker for your phone in real time. My friend and I actually went off the trail once by mistake and it helped us get back. I’ve seen a “pro” feature will automatically notify you if that happens but I haven’t tried pro yet.
Awesome app. I also use Avenza, which is really cool
I haven't been able to replace my dedicated GPS unit with a cell phone. It seems that my GPS always outperforms phones in accuracy. Also, I value the ability to be able to export my tracks (in a .gpx format) for use on caltopo.com and other sites. I don't know of many phone apps that allow exporting tracks in the .gpx format. All Trails looks like a great product for the casual hiker who is into social media, but I'm not convinced that it is a full-on replacement for a dedicated GPS.
Luke is a good name...
Use AllTrails and Guthook
I am a pro user and do love this app. However you mentioned the ability to measure a distance of how far you have to go on the trail based on the apps ability to tell you your current precise location. I have not been able how to figure out how to do that while recording a hike? Are you only able to do that if you are using a map you have downloaded? Or is there a way to measure real time distance to a particular waypoint while recording a hike? Thank you for your informative video!
Okay, Luke, that was a great review of the AllTrails App. But, I became confused when you said certain maps were for pros. What pros?
John Meyers, the pro version is the pay version of this app, you get more features.
I like Gaia too
Olivia how the heck can an out & back hike be uphill both ways....
I love this app been using it for over a year. Love all the function except wish I could print map from here. If you know how please share....Thanks for the great video always enjoyed.
I know that you can print from the computer...not sure about the app.
- Luke
I now call you Yoda...
Agree it's a great app. What it really needs instead of faux Facebook "friends" garbage is a forum where people can ask advice about trails and gear and favorite RUclips channels 🤓 I suspect the company knows that, but running and moderating a forum is a big task with some big legal downsides, especially if people tell other people to climb Everest in shorts and an Old Navy sport shirt like you're wearing here. 🤣
I have this app on my phone but have not had the occasion to use it. I hope to do so soon. If you ever have the opportunity to go to Cade's Cove west of Pigeon Forge, TN, go on the Abrams Falls trail. Well worth the time. Don't start it after 3pm in the spring or fall since it'll be dark by the time you get back to your vehicle. We went in the spring (prime dehibernation time for black bears) and my family and I were extremely paranoid coming back, since nightfall was coming on while we hiked back. Beautiful views, to be sure, from the highest point of the trail; you could see the river on both sides of the ridge at its peak. The sun was starting to set and it was a gorgeous view, and me w/o a camera. Oh, well.
I do appreciate the detail on the app, even the free version. I hope to use it soon.
Gaia GPS will automatically charge me through Apple each year unless I let them know not to charge me within 24 hours of being charged. Who is going to remember after a year. I won't be getting a membership from them. I will try AllTrails,