# ManaBox MTG vs Rack Builder Pro

The clearest difference is price: ManaBox MTG at Free against Rack Builder Pro's $0.99. ManaBox MTG also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (1.7K vs 32). Rack Builder Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

ManaBox MTG is free to download; Rack Builder Pro costs $0.99 up front. ManaBox MTG sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Rack Builder Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ManaBox MTG holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ManaBox MTG has 1.7K ratings behind it against 32, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of ManaBox MTG's written reviews are positive against 64% of Rack Builder Pro's.

ManaBox MTG ships an update every 5 days, Rack Builder Pro every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ManaBox MTG | Rack Builder Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $0.99 |
| Rating | **[4.6 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manabox-mtg/id1460407674/reviews)** | [4.3 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rack-builder-pro/id6754610609/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.7K** | 32 |
| Positive reviews | **78.0% of reviews** | 64.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#173** | #190 |
| Size | 168 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SkillDevs S.C.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1460407673) | [Thomas Lang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1435023418) |

## What reviewers say

### ManaBox MTG

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manabox-mtg/id1460407674)

**Currently charting:** #173 Top Grossing · Productivity (US App Store)

This app helps Magic: The Gathering players manage their card collections, build decks, and track card values. It features offline card search, a scanner, and deck simulation tools. Stay updated on prices and organize your collection with ease.

**Highlights:** Offline card search and filters, Card scanning with camera, Up-to-date market prices, Deck building and value analysis, Collection organization, Deck simulator, Trade tool

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ManaBox PRO | $2.49 | per month |
| ManaBox PRO | $22.99 | per year |
| Remove ads | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast scanning and organization
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 💰 Reasonable subscription price
- 🔍 Comprehensive card database and search
- 📊 Detailed deck analytics and statistics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent scanning performance
- 🔍 Difficulty finding specific card versions
- 🔒 Limited access to features without subscription
- 🔗 Lack of cross-device sync and desktop support
- 🔍 Challenges with borderless/alternate card scanning

**Reported bugs**

- Camera not working on newer devices
- Scanning issues with certain card types
- Deck list not updating automatically

**Requested features**

- Ability to track sealed product inventory
- Integration with other deck building platforms
- Improved search filters (e.g. mana cost, card type)
- Automatic detection of infinite combos
- Option to view cards in a list format


### Rack Builder Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rack-builder-pro/id6754610609)

**Currently charting:** #190 Top Paid · Productivity (US App Store)

Accurately build and display your military ribbon rack. This tool ensures correct order of precedence across all branches, allowing instant switching and device application. Save your rack automatically and access a complete ribbon list for verification before boards or inspections.

**Highlights:** Accurate order of precedence, Instant branch switching, Apply authorized devices, Real-time rack updates, Automatic rack saving, Alphabetical ribbon list

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ManaBox MTG free?

ManaBox MTG is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Rack Builder Pro free?

Rack Builder Pro costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, ManaBox MTG or Rack Builder Pro?

ManaBox MTG is rated higher. ManaBox MTG averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.7K ratings, while Rack Builder Pro averages 4.3 from 32 ratings.

### Do ManaBox MTG or Rack Builder Pro have ads?

ManaBox MTG shows ads; Rack Builder Pro does not.

### Which is updated more often, ManaBox MTG or Rack Builder Pro?

ManaBox MTG ships an update every 5 days, and Rack Builder Pro every 2 weeks. Most recently, ManaBox MTG was updated on November 3, 2026 and Rack Builder Pro on October 30, 2026.

### Which is more popular, ManaBox MTG or Rack Builder Pro?

ManaBox MTG currently peaks at #173 in the App Store charts, and Rack Builder Pro at #190. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*