# MGS Codec vs Oblivion Companion & Guide

MGS Codec and Oblivion Companion & Guide both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 90% of MGS Codec's written reviews are positive against 41% of Oblivion Companion & Guide's. MGS Codec also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 17.0). Oblivion Companion & Guide's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 9 months) and ratings volume (335 vs 61). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Oblivion Companion & Guide sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 3 months. MGS Codec asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for MGS Codec against 4.7 for Oblivion Companion & Guide. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Oblivion Companion & Guide has 335 ratings behind it against 61, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 90% of MGS Codec's written reviews are positive against 41% of Oblivion Companion & Guide's.

MGS Codec ships an update every 9 months, Oblivion Companion & Guide every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | MGS Codec | Oblivion Companion & Guide |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (61 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mgs-codec/id1404930853/reviews)** | [4.7 (335 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oblivion-companion-and-guide/id6484272859/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 61 | **335** |
| Positive reviews | **89.7% of reviews** | 40.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 22 MB | 84 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| 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


### Oblivion Companion & Guide

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oblivion-companion-and-guide/id6484272859)

Navigate the vast worlds of Cyrodiil and Shivering Isles with this comprehensive guide. Discover Oblivion gates, find artifacts, and track your in-game progress with detailed maps and quest information.

**Highlights:** Interactive maps of Cyrodiil and Shivering Isles, All quests and locations, Unique weapons and armors, DLC Knights of the Nine content, Save in-game progress, Find Oblivion gates and artifacts

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full access (3 Months) | $1.99 | per 3 months |
| Full access (3 Months) | $2.99 | per 3 months |
| Lifetime purchase | $2.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime purchase | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Detailed and easy to navigate
- 👍 Can be used for progressive history or note-taking
- 👍 Love what's already there
- 👍 Great game
- 👍 App is very detailed

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Basic features locked behind paywall
- 💸 Half of base game content behind paywall
- 💸 Steep price for a map
- 💸 Not worth the effort to download
- 💸 Companion app expectations unmet

**Reported bugs**

- Missing locations (Weynon Priory, Gottlesfont Priory)
- Incomplete for remastered version
- Incorrect number of wayshrines (10 instead of 29)

**Requested features**

- Add alchemy ingredients
- Add all quests (dlc and deluxe edition)
- Add unique items and weapons to map
- Add interior maps and city maps
- Add separate quick guide to each item


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MGS Codec free?

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

### Is Oblivion Companion & Guide free?

Oblivion Companion & Guide is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MGS Codec or Oblivion Companion & Guide?

MGS Codec is rated higher. MGS Codec averages 4.8 out of 5 from 61 ratings, while Oblivion Companion & Guide averages 4.7 from 335 ratings.

### Do MGS Codec or Oblivion Companion & Guide have ads?

Neither MGS Codec nor Oblivion Companion & Guide shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MGS Codec or Oblivion Companion & Guide?

MGS Codec ships an update every 9 months, and Oblivion Companion & Guide every 3 days. Most recently, MGS Codec was updated on October 25, 2026 and Oblivion Companion & Guide on October 25, 2026.

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