Comparison

MHGU Database vs MapGenie

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

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
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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!

About

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.

Highlights
  • Over 4000 locations
  • 70+ categories
  • Quicksearch functionality
  • Progress tracking
  • Note-taking on map
  • Website sync
Features
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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)!

Screenshots

MHGU Database4 screens
MapGenie4 screens

Verdict

The call

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.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. MapGenie sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MHGU Database asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
MHGU Database versus MapGenie: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMHGU DatabaseMapGenie
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (5.6K ratings) — better4.8 (2.6K ratings)
Positive reviews91.4% of reviews — better56.2% of reviews
Number of ratings5.6K — better2.6K
Update frequencyEvery 5 months — betterEvery 26 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB55 MB
Age rating9+12+
DeveloperJoe LagomarsinoMagic Lamp Technologies Limited

Customer experience

MHGU Database

All ratings5,618 ratings
Positive98.7%
Neutral0.9%
Negative0.4%
Written reviews187 reviews
Positive91.4%
Neutral5.3%
Negative3.2%

MapGenie

All ratings2,596 ratings
Positive94.6%
Neutral2.3%
Negative3.0%
Written reviews178 reviews
Positive56.2%
Neutral18.0%
Negative25.8%

User reviews

MHGU Database

From 5.6K App Store ratings

What 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 ratings

What 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

None

MHGU Database

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

MapGenie

One-time1
  • Elden Ring Map PRO Upgrade$9.99

Questions

Is MHGU Database free?
MHGU Database is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MapGenie free?
MapGenie is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MHGU Database or MapGenie?
MHGU Database is rated higher. MHGU Database averages 4.9 out of 5 from 5.6K ratings, while MapGenie averages 4.8 from 2.6K ratings.
Do MHGU Database or MapGenie have ads?
MapGenie shows ads; MHGU Database does not.
Which is updated more often, MHGU Database or MapGenie?
MHGU Database ships an update every 5 months, and MapGenie every 26 months. Most recently, MHGU Database was updated on September 28, 2026 and MapGenie on September 27, 2026.

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