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

This fan-made map app helps players navigate a popular fantasy RPG. Discover over 3,000 locations, including gear, quests, and secrets, with a progress tracker and note-taking features. It covers all game acts and offers quick search functionality.

Highlights
  • Over 3,000 locations
  • 40+ categories
  • Quicksearch functionality
  • Progress tracker
  • Note-taking
  • All Acts covered
Features
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An unofficial fan-made map for BG3. Explore the map to track down legendary gear and discover hidden quests! FEATURES: • Over 3,000 locations - Find all Waypoints, Side Quests, Puzzles, Unique Equipment, Illithid Tadpoles & Chests! • 40+ categories - including Bosses, Inspirational Events, Companions, Soul Coins & 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/baldurs-gate-3 • 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. • All Acts - maps for Act 1, Act 2 & Act 3 included! 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 Larian (the developers of BG3!)

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 43% of MapGenie's. MHGU Database also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (5.6K vs 157). On price, rating, ads 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. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MHGU Database has 5.6K ratings behind it against 157, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 91% of MHGU Database's written reviews are positive against 43% of MapGenie's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MHGU Database ships an update every 5 months, MapGenie every 17 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 16, 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 (157 ratings)
Positive reviews91.4% of reviews — better42.9% of reviews
Number of ratings5.6K — better157
Update frequencyEvery 5 months — betterEvery 17 months
AdsNoNo
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 ratings157 ratings
Positive93.0%
Neutral6.4%
Negative0.6%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral28.6%
Negative28.6%

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

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

MHGU Database

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

MapGenie

One-time1
  • BG3 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 157 ratings.
Do MHGU Database or MapGenie have ads?
Neither MHGU Database nor MapGenie shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MHGU Database or MapGenie?
MHGU Database ships an update every 5 months, and MapGenie every 17 months. Most recently, MHGU Database was updated on October 20, 2026 and MapGenie on October 16, 2026.

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