# MHOtomo vs MHGU Database

The clearest difference is rating: MHGU Database at 4.9 against MHOtomo's 4.3. MHGU Database also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). MHOtomo's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 5 months). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MHOtomo sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. MHGU Database asks for nothing beyond the download.

MHGU Database holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MHGU Database has 6.1K ratings behind it against 69, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of MHOtomo's written reviews are positive against 91% of MHGU Database's.

MHOtomo ships an update every 5 days, MHGU Database every 5 months. Both last shipped on November 11, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | MHOtomo | MHGU Database |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (69 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mhotomo-world/id1365915425/reviews) | **[4.9 (6.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mhgu-database/id1437214182/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 69 | **6.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 78.4% of reviews | **91.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 129 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [九思 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/986361942) | [Joe Lagomarsino](https://appshunter.io/developer/1236584901) |

## What reviewers say

### MHOtomo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mhotomo-world/id1365915425)

This unofficial companion app provides comprehensive information for a popular action RPG. Access the latest event schedules, bounties, and online rewards. Explore a detailed in-game wiki with powerful search filters and create custom builds for your character.

**Highlights:** Latest event quests and bounties, Offline game database (PS4, Xbox One, PC), Powerful in-game wiki with search filters, Custom build creator and saver, Online cloud storage for builds and favorites, In-game map functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Member | $2.99 | one-time |
| Otomo's Lifetime Contract | $4.99 | one-time |
| Professional Hunter | $4.99 | one-time |
| Veteran Hunter | $9.99 | one-time |
| Master Hunter | $19.99 | one-time |


### MHGU Database

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mhgu-database/id1437214182)

A comprehensive offline reference guide for Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate. Access detailed information on equipment, monsters, quests, skills, item combinations, and more. Features universal search and quick, load-time-free access to game data.

**Highlights:** Monster weakness and habitat data, Equipment and weapon trees, Quest details and rewards, Item combination recipes, Skill list and decorations, Offline access, Universal search

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful database
- 👍 Accurate information
- 🚀 Easy to navigate
- 🚀 Quick search
- 👍 Useful for newcomers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Needs better organization
- 🔍 Difficult to find information
- 🔍 Missing some key quest details
- 🔍 Lacking monster descriptions
- 🔍 No armor set builder

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect quest information
- Search bar not working

**Requested features**

- Add armor set builder
- Improve search functionality
- Include more details on quests and items
- Add monster descriptions
- Expand to other Monster Hunter games


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MHOtomo free?

MHOtomo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MHGU Database free?

MHGU Database is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, MHOtomo or MHGU Database?

MHGU Database is rated higher. MHOtomo averages 4.3 out of 5 from 69 ratings, while MHGU Database averages 4.9 from 6.1K ratings.

### Do MHOtomo or MHGU Database have ads?

MHOtomo shows ads; MHGU Database does not.

### Which is updated more often, MHOtomo or MHGU Database?

MHOtomo ships an update every 5 days, and MHGU Database every 5 months. Most recently, MHOtomo was updated on November 11, 2026 and MHGU Database on November 11, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*