Comparison

MH Generations Database vs NinoDex

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

Head to head
About

MH Generations Database

This app serves as a comprehensive reference for Monster Hunter Generations, providing detailed information on monsters, equipment, quests, and skills. It offers quick access to data like monster weaknesses, gathering points, and weapon/armor crafting materials. The app is designed for offline use with no load times, ensuring fast and accurate game information.

Highlights
  • Quest details and rewards
  • Monster weaknesses and habitats
  • Gathering point drop rates
  • Full weapon trees
  • Armor and Palico weapon materials
  • Item combinations and decorations
  • Skill list with cross-referencing
Features
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Quick and easy to use Monster Hunter Generations reference, including equipment, monsters, quests, skills, and more! Features Include: * Quest List with Goals, Subquest, and Rewards * Monster Weakness, Carves, and Habitats * Gathering Points with Drop Percentages * Full Weapon Trees with creation and upgrade materials * Armor List with Skills and creation materials * Palico Weapons with creation materials * Item Combinations * Decorations * Skill List * Linked cross-referencing for all data * Universal search for all the data in the app * Quick reference with no load times, no internet connection needed * Accurate data gathered from the game itself * Lots of planned features for the near future Email support@hunterdb.com if you are having issues or just want to request a feature!

About

NinoDex

Access a comprehensive database of all Pokémon species, including detailed information on stats, abilities, evolutions, and moves. Filter and search for specific Pokémon, explore regional Pokédexes, and save your favorites. This fan-made resource offers offline access and a dark mode for a convenient user experience.

Highlights
  • National and Regional Pokédex
  • Detailed Pokémon stats and abilities
  • Filter by generation, type, and rarity
  • Search by name or number
  • Type effectiveness chart
  • Add Pokémon to favorites
  • Offline access
Features
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- National Pokédex (Including all 1025 Pokémon species) - Regional Pokédex (Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, Sinnoh, Unova, Kalos, Alola, Galar, Hisui, Paldea, Kitakami, Blueberry(Unova), Lumiose(Kalos/Z-A) , Extra Lumiose(Kalos/DLC Mega Dimension)...) - Filter options (generations, types, legendary, mythical, shiny, .... ) - Search by name or number. - Different forms, type effectiveness, stats, breeding, abilities, evolutions, moves and much more ... - Add Pokémon to favorites. - Nino's Playlists : starter Pokémon, game Mascot, legendary, mythical, gigantamax, prehistoric, Ultra-Beast, Paradox ... - Natures - Types Chart : defense, offenses for 1G, 2G to 5G, from 6G. - Dark Mode - Universal (iPhone+iPad) - Available Offline - Contact. If you have any questions, suggestions or corrections. If you encounter any issues with the application, kindly reach out to us via email using the « Contact Us » option provided in the application settings. Please refrain from leaving a comment on the App Store. We appreciate your cooperation. NinoDex is an unofficial, fan-generated and free application. NOT affiliated, endorsed or supported by Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK Inc./The Pokémon company. © 2025 Pokémon. © 1995–2025 Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK inc

Screenshots

MH Generations Database4 screens
NinoDex4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MH Generations Database at none against NinoDex's 2. MH Generations Database also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1K vs 64). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and device support 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. NinoDex sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. MH Generations Database asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MH Generations Database holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MH Generations Database has 1K ratings behind it against 64, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of MH Generations Database's written reviews are positive against 87% of NinoDex's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MH Generations Database ships an update every 2 weeks, NinoDex every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
MH Generations Database versus NinoDex: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMH Generations DatabaseNinoDex
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (1K ratings) — better4.7 (64 ratings)
Positive reviews92.2% of reviews — better87.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1K — better64
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB411 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperJoe Lagomarsinojean-marc guitard

Customer experience

MH Generations Database

All ratings1,014 ratings
Positive97.9%
Neutral1.4%
Negative0.7%
Written reviews51 reviews
Positive92.2%
Neutral5.9%
Negative2.0%

NinoDex

All ratings63 ratings
Positive92.1%
Neutral1.6%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews46 reviews
Positive87.0%
Neutral4.3%
Negative8.7%

Bugs and requests

MH Generations Database

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Occasional crashes or performance issues
  • Outdated content for newer Monster Hunter games

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate
  • Implement armor set builder feature
  • Improve translation quality and coverage
  • Add more detailed information on monsters, weapons, and other game elements

NinoDex

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

MH Generations Database

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

NinoDex

One-time2
  • Starter Tip$0.99
  • Remove ads.$2.99

Questions

Is MH Generations Database free?
MH Generations Database is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NinoDex free?
NinoDex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MH Generations Database or NinoDex?
MH Generations Database is rated higher. MH Generations Database averages 4.9 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while NinoDex averages 4.7 from 64 ratings.
Do MH Generations Database or NinoDex have ads?
NinoDex shows ads; MH Generations Database does not.
Which is updated more often, MH Generations Database or NinoDex?
MH Generations Database ships an update every 2 weeks, and NinoDex every 3 weeks. Most recently, MH Generations Database was updated on October 24, 2026 and NinoDex on October 24, 2026.

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