# MGS Codec vs Hyrule Compendium

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MGS Codec at 90% against Hyrule Compendium's 46%. MGS Codec also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). Hyrule Compendium's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 9 months) and ratings volume (412 vs 60). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hyrule Compendium sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MGS Codec asks for nothing beyond the download.

MGS Codec holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hyrule Compendium has 412 ratings behind it against 60, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 90% of MGS Codec's written reviews are positive against 46% of Hyrule Compendium's.

MGS Codec ships an update every 9 months, Hyrule Compendium fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MGS Codec | Hyrule Compendium |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (60 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mgs-codec/id1404930853/reviews)** | [4.5 (412 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hyrule-compendium/id1550328012/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 60 | **412** |
| Positive reviews | **89.7% of reviews** | 45.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 22 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Salvatore Boemia](https://appshunter.io/developer/1626825955) | [Felipe Braunger Valio Desenvolvimento de Sistemas Ltda](https://appshunter.io/developer/615749291) |

## What reviewers say

### MGS Codec

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mgs-codec/id1404930853)

This fanmade dialer emulates the iconic 'CODEC' style for making calls. Users can input numbers directly or select contacts from their address book to initiate calls using the custom interface. The app also features customizable themes and a fun element of discovering hidden frequencies.

**Highlights:** CODEC style dialer interface, Call contacts from address book, Customizable themes, Shake to change theme, Discover hidden frequencies

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Hyrule Compendium

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hyrule-compendium/id1550328012)

This app serves as a comprehensive guide for completing your in-game compendium. It helps you discover rare creatures, items, and explore the entire map with detailed location information. A checklist feature allows you to track your progress effectively.

**Highlights:** Creature and item details, Progress checklist, Detailed map with locations, Treasure finding, Unlockable features

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full version | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Very helpful for 100% completion
- 👍 Helps a lot with games
- 👍 Best Zelda compendium ever
- 👍 Useful for learning about monsters
- 👍 Great for registering gear

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Pay to unlock sections
- 💸 Scummy paywall
- 💸 Not free to unlock all
- 💸 Misleading purchase information
- 💸 Inaccurate data for TOTK

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to purchase
- Data copied and pasted, inaccurate
- Numbering is wrong
- Text doesn't fit properly
- Blue moblins don't have 3000 health

**Requested features**

- Add tips section
- Add enter button
- Add TOTK health, defense, durability, damage
- Add Spanish language option
- Make everything free


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MGS Codec free?

MGS Codec is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Hyrule Compendium free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MGS Codec or Hyrule Compendium?

MGS Codec is rated higher. MGS Codec averages 4.8 out of 5 from 60 ratings, while Hyrule Compendium averages 4.5 from 412 ratings.

### Do MGS Codec or Hyrule Compendium have ads?

Neither MGS Codec nor Hyrule Compendium shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MGS Codec or Hyrule Compendium?

MGS Codec ships an update every 9 months, and Hyrule Compendium fortnightly. Most recently, MGS Codec was updated on October 16, 2026 and Hyrule Compendium on October 14, 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.*