Life Points Classic vs MasterDex
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Life Points Classic
This app helps Yu-Gi-Oh! duelists manage and calculate Life Points. It offers features like dice rolling and coin tossing in a modern, intuitive interface with anime-themed visuals and sound effects.
- Life Point Calculator
- Customizable Start Life
- Multiplayer (up to 2 Players)
- Dynamic Dice Roll
- Dynamic Coin Toss
- Multiple Anime-Themed Skins
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Life Points Counter is an app that manage and calculates the Life Points of an Yu-Gi-Oh! duel. In addition to assist the duelist with various other features as dice rolling and coin toss in a modern and intuitive way! * It has a great variety of visuals that refers to each anime season! * Features: - Life Point Calculator - Customizable Start Life - Manual input - Multiplayer (up to 2 Players) - Counter marker section - Dynamic Dice Roll - Dynamic Coin Toss - Multiple Skins (Anime Related) - Amazing Designs (Anime Related) - Sound Effects (Anime Related) - Etc
MasterDex
This app serves as a comprehensive guide for fans and trainers, offering detailed information on creatures, team building, and the trading card game. It features offline access, advanced search, and tracking for favorite creatures and shinies, updated for the latest generation.
- Updated creature information
- Team builder tool
- Trading Card Game details
- Offline functionality
- Shiny creature tracker
- Advanced search filters
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Embark on an epic journey with MasterDex, the ultimate companion for all the fans and trainers. Key Features: ▶ Updated to Scarlet and Violet: Stay up-to-date with the latest generation of creatures, including their unique forms, evolutions, and abilities. ▶ Team Builder: Strategize and assemble your dream team using MasterDex's intuitive team-building feature. Plan your battles and unleash the power of synergy. ▶ TCG Info Included: Dive into the Trading Card Game world with comprehensive TCG information, including card details, prices, and rarity. ▶ No Login Required: Get instant access to a wealth of creature knowledge without the hassle of creating an account or remembering credentials. ▶ Works Offline: MasterDex is designed to be your reliable companion, even when you're offline. Access crucial information on the go, no matter where your adventures take you. ▶ Special Evolutions and Alternative Forms: Uncover the secrets of special evolutions and explore the diverse range of alternative forms within this captivating universe. ▶ Create a List of Your Favorite Creatures: Keep track of your most cherished companions. ▶ Keep Track of Your Shinies: Stay organized and track your shiny creatures with ease. MasterDex helps you monitor and celebrate your rare and unique discoveries. ▶ Detailed Information: Access to comprehensive details on creatures, moves, abilities, natures, items locations, and types. ▶ Advanced Search Filters: Find the creatures you're looking for effortlessly using advanced search filters. Narrow down your search based on various criteria. Embark on an extraordinary journey with MasterDex, your go-to companion. Please note that MasterDex is an unofficial, fan-made, and free-to-use app. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by the creators of the captivating world. Start your adventure today and become a true master!"
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: MasterDex at Free against Life Points Classic's $0.99. MasterDex also leads on ratings volume (1.7K vs 84). Life Points Classic's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On rating, 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
MasterDex is free to download; Life Points Classic costs $0.99 up front. MasterDex sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Life Points Classic asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Life Points Classic against 4.8 for MasterDex. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MasterDex has 1.7K ratings behind it against 84, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of Life Points Classic's written reviews are positive against 87% of MasterDex's.
Life Points Classic ships an update monthly, MasterDex every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Life Points Classic | MasterDex |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.7 (84 ratings) | 4.8 (1.7K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 79.3% of reviews | 87.1% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 84 | 1.7K — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #138 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 181 MB | 196 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Marcus Romanelli Medrado | Lorenzo Greco |
Customer experience
Life Points Classic
MasterDex
Bugs and requests
Life Points Classic
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
MasterDex
Reported bugs
5 issues- Shiny toggle not working in team builder
- Pokémon 3D models and artwork not displaying
- Johto region locations missing
- Crashes when adding Pokémon to teams
- Incorrect information for some Pokémon (e.g., Necrozma's ability, Pikachu's classification)
Requested features
9 requests- Add Pokémon location filters
- Implement ability to mark Pokémon as caught/seen
- Add damage calculator
- Allow reorganizing of teams
- Include Pokémon cries and Dynamax/Gigantamax forms
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- Add Pokémon trainer and villain information
- Provide option to change default sprite view
- Implement Tera Type information
- Add item location and TM/HM information
In-app purchases
Life Points Classic
No in-app purchases
MasterDex
- Masteredex - Sale$1.99
- Masterdex PRO$7.99
Questions
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