UTERFish Scouter vs onX Fish
onX Fish is a lake finder for 13 Midwest states: species, 3D lake topo, access and per-lake regulations. Fish Scouter is built around a forecast: every species scored 0–100 for the spot you are on, this hour, with the reasons. We make Fish Scouter; the onX Fish facts below are from its own listing or site, checked 8 November 2026.
| Fish Scouter | onX Fish | |
|---|---|---|
| Built around | A forecast: every species scored 0–100 for your spot, this hour, with the reasons | Midwest lake finder: species, bathymetry, access |
| Free tier | No — free trial, then a plan | Some free features; a 7-day trial for the region |
| Paid price | Angler $9.99, Captain $19.99 and Guide $39.99 a month; yearly 20% off | Midwest Region $34.99 a year after a 7-day trial |
| Platforms | Web app on any phone or computer; native iPhone and Android apps in preparation | iPhone; CarPlay |
| Coverage | US only: every coast, the Great Lakes, fresh water in all 50 states | 13 Midwest states only |
| Where spots come from | Public sources: NOAA-charted wrecks and obstructions, state artificial reefs, ramps, piers, bridges, jetties, kayak launches | Lakes, access points and land ownership |
| Depth | NOAA bathymetry shading and contours (not for navigation) | 3D lake topo |
| Regulations | Short summary per fish, linked to the state agency for the current rules | Per-lake regulations |
| GPX waypoints | Import on every plan; export on Captain and Guide | Waypoints; export not stated |
| Offline | Up to five saved map areas; catches queued without signal | Offline maps |
Where onX Fish is stronger
- Deep Midwest lake data and land ownership
- Per-lake regulations
- A lower yearly price
Where Fish Scouter is stronger
- Every US coast and all 50 states, salt and fresh
- Tides, seas and saltwater structure
- GPX export
What is the difference between Fish Scouter and onX Fish?
onX Fish is a lake finder for 13 Midwest states: species, 3D lake topo, access and per-lake regulations. Fish Scouter is built around a forecast: every species scored 0–100 for the spot you are on, this hour, with the reasons, plus charted public spots and season calendars for US waters.
Is onX Fish free?
onX Fish: Some free features; a 7-day trial for the region. Fish Scouter has no free tier; every plan starts with a free trial.
How much does onX Fish cost compared with Fish Scouter?
onX Fish: Midwest Region $34.99 a year after a 7-day trial, as listed on 8 November 2026. Fish Scouter: Angler $9.99, Captain $19.99 and Guide $39.99 a month, yearly 20% off.
Can I use Fish Scouter and onX Fish together?
Yes. Many anglers use more than one app, and Fish Scouter's GPX import and export moves your marks between apps and plotters.
Sources
- onX Fish — App Store listing
- onX Fish pricing
- Fish Scouter: the plans and features in the app, About.