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onX Backcountry vs Locus Map: catalog facts
onX Backcountry	Locus Map
Paid Paid subscription with a free trial.	Freemium Free to use, with paid features available.
Android, iOS	Android, iOS
3D terrain view available offline LiDAR topo maps and slope angle shading	Offline maps and offline routing Detailed route planner with elevation and surface information
Requires a paid subscription after the trial Proprietary service tied to an account	iOS gets a Lite version Many options can make it complex for casual users
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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