Comparison

TopDecked MTG vs SC2 Playbook

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

TopDecked MTG

This app is a comprehensive tool for Magic: The Gathering players. It allows users to build, simulate, and manage decks, track card collections, and stay updated on game trends and tournament results.

Highlights
  • Intuitive deck builder with legality checking
  • Virtual battlefield for deck simulation
  • Life counter for up to 6 players
  • Advanced card search with pricing
  • Collection tracker with value estimation
  • Metagame analysis and tournament results
  • Deck import/export for Arena and MTGO
Features
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TopDecked® is the essential Magic app for brewers, collectors, traders, competitors, and fans. Simulate decks on a virtual battlefield, test new ideas, and keep up with the latest decks and strategies. Run tournaments at home. We’re on your side of the battlefield - your portal for everything MTG. Basic accounts are free to use, forever (Power-ups available.) — Your account syncs between devices, including our website. Real, human customer support available for all users. Feedback and ideas welcome! DECK BUILDER - Easy to use intuitive design, with legality checking for popular formats. - See recommended cards & ideas - Support for Commander, Oathbreaker, Brawl, and more. - Cloud sync, share to friends or social networks. - Deck charts, analysis, hypergeometric probabilities, mana curve, and more. - Move cards between main, side, and maybe board. - Import, share, and export MTG Arena, MTGO, .dec, and text deck-lists - See missing cards and cost to complete or buy decks. - Tag, archive, and color code decks in your account - Track decks in your collection DECK SIMULATOR - Drag, drop and test on the go. - Test on a real battlefield. - Swipe between your hand, library and other zones. - Tap to select and drag, or double-tap for menus. LIFE COUNTER - Quickly start games for up to 6 people - Swipe open or closed to access card search or other app features while in-game - Quickly track commander damage & counters CARDS & PRICES - Advanced search - Quickly find any card, any types, any printing, any artist, any colors (and more filters available). - Daily and weekly trends - for each set and printing (including promos!) - Simple and fast card search, with images, text and rulings. - Always up to date with latest sets and special products. COLLECTION TRACKER - Track the value of your cards with intuitive haves and wants lists. - Quickly add and remove cards of any set or printing. - Cloud sync, always available in app or website. - Easily move cards between decks and binders. Always know where your treasure is! ARTICLES & METAGAME - Read the latest articles - always up to date. - Browse local and national top-8 tournament results and deck lists. - See a breakdown of the top cards & decks, by format. TRADE TOOL - Up to date cards and prices. - Select set, foil, and/or custom price by condition. - Updates your collection at the push of a button. TOURNAMENTS - Run tournaments at home or on the go - Set custom rounds, see standings & stats PREMIUM FEATURES: - Upgraded accounts (Spark, Powered, and Elite) are available for sale as Monthly or Yearly Subscriptions. Upgrades increase the features and storage capacity beyond basic free services - see "Power up" screen in-app for more details on individual features. PURCHASE TERMS: - Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. You can switch between plans at any time --- you'll only pay the prorated difference in plan price, if any. - Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Subscriptions renew at the same price at which they were purchased. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. - Your subscription may be managed by visiting your "Account" -> "Power level" screen after purchase, or via iTunes. If you cancel your TopDecked subscriptions, you will retain access your purchased items through the current period's expiry date. - All purchases are final and subject to the TopDecked Terms of Service (https://www.topdecked.com/terms) and Privacy policy (https://www.topdecked.com/privacy). Wizards of the Coast, Magic: The Gathering, and their logos are trademarks of Wizards of the Coast LLC. © 1995-2025 Wizards. All rights reserved. TopDecked, LLC. is not affiliated with Wizards of the Coast LLC.

About

SC2 Playbook

Master StarCraft II with this comprehensive companion app. It offers detailed build orders, unit stats, and strategic insights for all races. Stay updated on balance changes and improve your gameplay with an easy-to-use design.

Highlights
  • Comprehensive build orders for all races
  • Detailed unit and building stats
  • Strategic insights and tips
  • Balance update tracking
  • Easy-to-use in-game reference
Features
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SC2 Playbook: Your Ultimate StarCraft II Companion Master the battlefield with SC2 Playbook, the all-in-one guide for StarCraft II players. Whether you command Protoss, Terran, or Zerg, this app equips you with the strategies, build orders, and insights to elevate your gameplay. Key Features: Comprehensive Build Orders Discover optimized build orders for Protoss, Terran, and Zerg, from beginner-friendly strategies to advanced tactics used by the pros. Complete Unit and Building Guide Access detailed stats, counters, abilities, and upgrades for all units and structures, helping you make smarter decisions in every match. Strategic Insights Learn tips and tricks to improve your macro, micro, and overall game sense, no matter your skill level. Balance Updates Stay up-to-date with the latest StarCraft II patches and meta shifts to always stay one step ahead. Easy-to-Use Design Quickly reference build orders, counters, and strategies during matches or practice sessions. Why Choose SC2 Playbook? Perfect for players of all levels, whether you're learning the game or climbing the ladder. Designed to make StarCraft II strategy simple, accessible, and effective. Created by passionate StarCraft II players to support the community. Your Strategy, Your Victory From mastering build orders to fine-tuning your strategy, SC2 Playbook is your essential tool for dominating StarCraft II. Download today and unlock the potential to outplay your opponents in every match!

Screenshots

TopDecked MTG4 screens
SC2 Playbook4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SC2 Playbook at 100% against TopDecked MTG's 73%. SC2 Playbook also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8). TopDecked MTG's advantage is ratings volume (2.8K vs 4) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. TopDecked MTG sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and SC2 Playbook sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SC2 Playbook holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TopDecked MTG has 2.8K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of TopDecked MTG's written reviews are positive against 100% of SC2 Playbook's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TopDecked MTG ships an update fortnightly, SC2 Playbook every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
TopDecked MTG versus SC2 Playbook: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTopDecked MTGSC2 Playbook
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (2.8K ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews73.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.8K — better4
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB66 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperTopDecked LimitedAleksandar Andreev

Customer experience

TopDecked MTG

All ratings2,587 ratings
Positive95.5%
Neutral1.0%
Negative3.5%
Written reviews161 reviews
Positive73.3%
Neutral5.6%
Negative21.1%

SC2 Playbook

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

TopDecked MTG

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Decks disappearing or reverting to previous versions
  • Card prices not displaying correctly
  • Slow loading times and freezing issues
  • Compatibility problems with newer devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Card scanning functionality
  • Improved deck sharing and collaboration
  • More advanced deck building and analysis tools
  • Better integration with other Magic platforms

SC2 Playbook

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

TopDecked MTG

Subscriptions6
  • Spark (Monthly)$2.991 Month
  • Powered (Monthly)$4.991 Month
  • Elite (Monthly)$8.491 Month
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  • Spark (Yearly)$29.991 Year
  • Powered (Yearly)$49.991 Year
  • Elite (Yearly)$84.991 Year
4 purchases

SC2 Playbook

One-time4
  • Bronze Supporter$4.99
  • Silver Supporter$9.99
  • Gold Supporter$14.99
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  • Platinum Supporter$19.99

Questions

Is TopDecked MTG free?
TopDecked MTG is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SC2 Playbook free?
SC2 Playbook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TopDecked MTG or SC2 Playbook?
SC2 Playbook is rated higher. TopDecked MTG averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.8K ratings, while SC2 Playbook averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do TopDecked MTG or SC2 Playbook have ads?
Both TopDecked MTG and SC2 Playbook show ads.
Which is updated more often, TopDecked MTG or SC2 Playbook?
TopDecked MTG ships an update fortnightly, and SC2 Playbook every 2 months. Most recently, TopDecked MTG was updated on October 29, 2026 and SC2 Playbook on October 30, 2026.

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