Database for Stardew Valley vs MapGenie
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Database for Stardew Valley
This comprehensive companion app provides essential game information, tips, and guides for players. It offers detailed data on items, recipes, quests, and more, all accessible offline. Enhance your gameplay experience with customizable features and easy navigation.
- Comprehensive game guides and tips
- Detailed item and recipe information
- Quest and achievement tracking
- Offline access to essential data
- Customizable display options
- Powerful search functionality
- Interconnected object navigation
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Looking for help or the latest tips for Stardew Valley? This all-in-one solution is exactly what you need to enhance your gameplay and improve your skills. It caters to both novice and experienced players and, once downloaded, does not require an internet connection for daily use—ensuring that essential information is always at your fingertips. Languages: The database is available in the following languages: • Chinese (中文) • English • French (Français) • German (Deutsch) • Hungarian (Magyar) • Italian (Italiano) • Japanese (日本語) • Korean (한국어) • Portuguese (Português) • Russian (Русский) • Spanish (Español) • Turkish (Türkçe) Features: • Achievements • Crafting • Drops • Environment details • Guides • Hints • In-game news • Items • Quests • Recipes • Tips • Tricks • Videos Additional Benefits: • Ability to add or remove objects from favorites • Ability to sort objects by category, name, or type • Customizable font size, style, and color themes for a personalized reading experience • Dark theme for comfortable viewing • Easy navigation throughout the app • Interconnected objects: navigate from a recipe directly to its ingredients and explore related items seamlessly • List of recently viewed objects for quick reference • Optimized for both iPad and iPhone • Powerful text search and object name search functionality • Works offline once the database is downloaded (internet connection required only for heavy files like videos or animated GIFs) • Zoom functionality for images and text Content Overview: • Comprehensive guides, hints, tips, and tricks to support both beginners and experienced players • Detailed information on items and recipes, including images, ingredients, and stats • Latest news and engaging videos about Stardew Valley Performance: The app is fully optimized for all Apple mobile devices. With the database downloaded, you can access all essential game information even in offline scenarios such as when you’re on the subway. Feedback: For any requests, suggestions, or comments, please use the "Feedback" option within the app or email me at kateryna.momotova@yahoo.com. Your positive reviews are highly appreciated, and if you would like to help with translations, please get in touch via email. License: Content is available under CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0) unless otherwise noted. Note: This app is unofficial and is not affiliated with the game’s developer, publisher, or distributor. All in-game content, imagery, text, and videos are the property of their respective owners. This reference app is designed solely for informational purposes to assist fans alongside playing the game. It may include information sourced from freely available online resources. If you have any concerns or believe there is a copyright or trademark issue that falls outside of "fair use," please contact me directly at kateryna.momotova@yahoo.com. Subscription Details: Your payment will be charged to your iTunes account once you confirm your purchase. Your iTunes account will be charged again when your subscription automatically renews at the end of your current period unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours prior to the period’s end. You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Apple ID account settings at any time after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://telegra.ph/Terms--Conditions-02-13. Terms & Conditions: https://telegra.ph/Privacy-Policy-02-13-6.
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.
- Over 3,000 locations
- 40+ categories
- Quicksearch functionality
- Progress tracker
- Note-taking
- All Acts covered
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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!)
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: MapGenie at none against Database for Stardew Valley's shown. Database for Stardew Valley's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 17 months) and review sentiment (69% vs 43%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Database for Stardew Valley sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and MapGenie sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Database for Stardew Valley against 4.8 for MapGenie. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Database for Stardew Valley has 4K ratings behind it against 157, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 69% of Database for Stardew Valley's written reviews are positive against 43% of MapGenie's.
Database for Stardew Valley ships an update every 2 months, MapGenie every 17 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Database for Stardew Valley | MapGenie |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (4K ratings) | 4.8 (157 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 69.1% of reviews — better | 42.9% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 4K — better | 157 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 17 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 161 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Kateryna Momotova | Magic Lamp Technologies Limited |
Customer experience
Database for Stardew Valley
MapGenie
Bugs and requests
Database for Stardew Valley
Reported bugs
4 issues- Search function not working
- Crashing on opening pages
- Downloading/updating issues
- Incompatibility with newer game versions
Requested features
6 requests- Checklist/progress tracking
- Villager schedules/gifts
- Monster/mine information
- Community center/bundle tracking
- Heart event tracking
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- Stardew Valley Expanded mod support
MapGenie
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Database for Stardew Valley
- Tip jar subscription$0.991 Month
- Small tip$0.99
- Medium tip$4.99
- Small tip$6.99
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- Large tip$9.99
- Medium tip$9.99
- Large tip$14.99
- Generous tip$14.99
- Generous tip$24.99
- Enormous tip$49.99
MapGenie
- BG3 Map PRO Upgrade$9.99
Questions
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