Comparison

Database for Stardew Valley vs MapGenie

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

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

Database for Stardew Valley4 screens
MapGenie4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Database for Stardew Valley versus MapGenie: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDatabase for Stardew ValleyMapGenie
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (4K ratings)4.8 (157 ratings)
Positive reviews69.1% of reviews — better42.9% of reviews
Number of ratings4K — better157
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 17 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size161 MB55 MB
Age rating9+12+
DeveloperKateryna MomotovaMagic Lamp Technologies Limited

Customer experience

Database for Stardew Valley

All ratings4,001 ratings
Positive94.4%
Neutral2.2%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews366 reviews
Positive69.1%
Neutral6.0%
Negative24.9%

MapGenie

All ratings157 ratings
Positive93.0%
Neutral6.4%
Negative0.6%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral28.6%
Negative28.6%

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

10 purchases

Database for Stardew Valley

Subscriptions1
  • Tip jar subscription$0.991 Month
One-time9
  • 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
1 purchases

MapGenie

One-time1
  • BG3 Map PRO Upgrade$9.99

Questions

Is Database for Stardew Valley free?
Database for Stardew Valley is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MapGenie free?
MapGenie is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Database for Stardew Valley or MapGenie?
Database for Stardew Valley and MapGenie are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 4K and 157 ratings respectively.
Do Database for Stardew Valley or MapGenie have ads?
Database for Stardew Valley shows ads; MapGenie does not.
Which is updated more often, Database for Stardew Valley or MapGenie?
Database for Stardew Valley ships an update every 2 months, and MapGenie every 17 months. Most recently, Database for Stardew Valley was updated on September 23, 2026 and MapGenie on September 7, 2026.

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