MHGU Database vs MapGenie
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MHGU Database
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.
- Monster weakness and habitat data
- Equipment and weapon trees
- Quest details and rewards
- Item combination recipes
- Skill list and decorations
- Offline access
- Universal search
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Quick and easy to use Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate reference, including equipment, monsters, quests, skills, and more! This app is open source! Anyone who would like to help make the app better can contribute on github: https://github.com/JoeLago/MHGUDB-iOS 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 Email support@hunterdb.com if you are having issues or just want to request a feature!
MapGenie
Navigate the vast world of Elden Ring with this unofficial interactive map. Discover over 4000 locations, track your progress, and mark points of interest. Essential for any Tarnished seeking to conquer The Lands Between.
- Over 4000 locations
- 70+ categories
- Quicksearch functionality
- Progress tracking
- Note-taking on map
- Website sync
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An unofficial fan-made map for EldenRing. Souls games are hard and sometimes you need a companion - so take this interactive map of The Lands Between for when you need it! FEATURES: • Over 4000 locations - Find all Flask Upgrades, Keys, Dragons, Rare Weapons & Hidden Quests • 70+ categories - including Dungeon Bosses, Ashes of War, Talismans, Golden Seeds, Teardrop Scarabs & more! • Quicksearch - just type the name of a location to instantly find what you're looking for. • Sync progress with the website: https://mapgenie.io/elden-ring • Progress Tracker - mark locations as found and track the progress of your collectables. • Take Notes - marking places of interest by adding notes to the map. • Maps for the overworld and all underground areas If you find a bug, or have any suggestions for the app, please use the 'Send Feedback' option below to let us know! Disclaimer: MapGenie is in no way affiliated with FromSoftware (the developers of ER)!
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Verdict
MHGU Database and MapGenie both sit at 4.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 91% of MHGU Database's written reviews are positive against 56% of MapGenie's. MHGU Database also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. MapGenie sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MHGU Database asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for MHGU Database against 4.8 for MapGenie. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5.6K and 2.6K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 91% of MHGU Database's written reviews are positive against 56% of MapGenie's.
MHGU Database ships an update every 5 months, MapGenie every 26 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MHGU Database | MapGenie |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (5.6K ratings) — better | 4.8 (2.6K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 91.4% of reviews — better | 56.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 5.6K — better | 2.6K |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months — better | Every 26 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Joe Lagomarsino | Magic Lamp Technologies Limited |
Customer experience
MHGU Database
MapGenie
User reviews
MHGU Database
From 5.6K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Helpful database
- 👍 Accurate information
- 🚀 Easy to navigate
- 🚀 Quick search
- 👍 Useful for newcomers
Room to improve
- 🔍 Needs better organization
- 🔍 Difficult to find information
- 🔍 Missing some key quest details
- 🔍 Lacking monster descriptions
- 🔍 No armor set builder
MapGenie
From 2.6K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Helpful for 100% completion
- 🚀 Accurate map and item locations
- 💡 Ability to track progress
- 👍 Essential companion tool
- 👍 Useful for beginners and veterans
Room to improve
- 🐛 Issues with marking locations as found
- 🐛 Map shifting when clicking on icons
- 🐛 Inability to see the actual map in some cases
- 🔒 Paywall for full functionality
- 🐛 Inconsistent login/sync issues
Bugs and requests
MHGU Database
Reported bugs
2 issues- Incorrect quest information
- Search bar not working
Requested features
5 requests- Add armor set builder
- Improve search functionality
- Include more details on quests and items
- Add monster descriptions
- Expand to other Monster Hunter games
MapGenie
Reported bugs
3 issues- Map not loading properly
- Inability to mark locations as found
- Filters resetting randomly
Requested features
5 requests- Ability to reset/clear progress
- Improved search functionality
- More zoom/panning options
- Ability to hide found locations
- Support for DLC maps and quests
In-app purchases
MHGU Database
No in-app purchases
MapGenie
- Elden Ring Map PRO Upgrade$9.99








