Comparison

MapGenie for vs myESO

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

Head to head
About

MapGenie for

Navigate the Halcyon system with this fan-made digital map companion. Discover over 1000 locations, including quests, loot, and hidden items. Track your progress, take notes, and quickly search for specific places.

Highlights
  • Over 1000 locations
  • Quick search functionality
  • Progress tracking
  • Note-taking on map
  • All planets and regions mapped
  • Website progress sync
Features
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A fan-made map for The Outer Worlds. Make your way through the Halcyon system with this digital companion! FEATURES: • Over 1000 locations - Find Science Weapons, Quests, hidden Ship Decorations, Loot hotspots, easter eggs & 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/the-outer-worlds • Progress Tracker - mark locations as found and track the progress of your collectables. • Take Notes - mark places of interest by adding notes to the map. • Includes maps for all planets and regions 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 Obsidian (the guys who made this awesome game)

About

myESO

This app helps players of a popular online role-playing game manage their character builds and equipment sets. It provides a comprehensive catalog of in-game items, allowing users to organize, optimize, and track their collected gear for enhanced gameplay.

Highlights
  • Build management
  • Set catalog
  • Collection tracking
  • Build customization
  • Efficient organization
  • Time-saving
Features
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Welcome to myESO, your companion for The Elder Scrolls Online. myESO gives you the freedom to explore all of ESO's sets at your fingertips. Key Features: Build Management: Craft and perfect your character's build by easily browsing through a vast collection of sets. Organize and optimize your equipment for maximum effectiveness in Tamriel. Set Catalog: Explore an extensive database of sets categorized by DLC, Crafting, Dungeons, Trials, and more. Quickly find the perfect gear to suit your playstyle. Always up-to-date. Collection Overview: Keep track of your acquired sets and easily identify what you're missing. Ensure you're always well-equipped for your adventures in Tamriel. Why Choose myESO? Access a vast collection of sets. Like, all of them. We literally have all sets. Build Customization: Experiment with different sets and combinations to find the ideal setup for your playstyle. Efficient Organization: Easily manage your collection of sets, ensuring you're always aware of what you have and what you need. How It Works: Browse Sets: Explore sets based on various categories such as DLC, Crafting, Dungeons, and Trials. Build Your Character: Create and optimize your character's build by adding sets to your collection. myESO doesn't include skills just yet. Track Your Progress: Keep tabs on your collected sets and plan your next acquisitions for the ultimate gaming experience. Benefits: Optimized Gameplay: Enhance your gaming experience by strategically selecting sets that complement your character's strengths. Time-Saving: Quickly identify and collect the sets you need without wasting time in-game or on the web searching for information. Always Informed: Stay informed about the latest sets and updates, ensuring your character is always on the cutting edge. Download myESO now and embark on a journey to master The Elder Scrolls Online with the most powerful builds and sets at your fingertips! Disclaimer: The Elder Scrolls® Online developed by ZeniMax Online Studios LLC, a ZeniMax Media company. ZeniMax, The Elder Scrolls, ESO, Bethesda, Bethesda Softworks and related logos are registered trademarks of ZeniMax Media Inc. All Rights Reserved. It is important to emphasize that myESO is not officially affiliated with ZeniMax Online Studios or Bethesda. While we passionately showcase references to The Elder Scrolls Online, including classes and sets, it is crucial to understand that they do not belong to myESO.

Screenshots

MapGenie for4 screens
myESO4 screens

Verdict

The call

MapGenie for and myESO both sit at 4.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 88% of MapGenie for's written reviews are positive against 25% of myESO's. MapGenie for also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). myESO's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 35 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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 for sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and myESO 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 — 4.9 for MapGenie for against 4.8 for myESO. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 50 and 80 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 88% of MapGenie for's written reviews are positive against 25% of myESO's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MapGenie for ships an update every 35 months, myESO monthly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
MapGenie for versus myESO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMapGenie formyESO
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (50 ratings) — better4.8 (80 ratings)
Positive reviews87.5% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings5080 — better
Update frequencyEvery 35 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB90 MB
Age rating12+9+
DeveloperMagic Lamp Technologies LimitedFrank Solleveld

Customer experience

MapGenie for

All ratings50 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive87.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative0.0%

myESO

All ratings80 ratings
Positive95.0%
Neutral2.5%
Negative2.5%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

MapGenie for

One-time1
  • Outer Worlds Map PRO Upgrade$6.99
1 purchases

myESO

One-time1
  • myESO+$6.95

Questions

Is MapGenie for free?
MapGenie for is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is myESO free?
myESO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MapGenie for or myESO?
MapGenie for is rated higher. MapGenie for averages 4.9 out of 5 from 50 ratings, while myESO averages 4.8 from 80 ratings.
Do MapGenie for or myESO have ads?
MapGenie for shows ads; myESO does not.
Which is updated more often, MapGenie for or myESO?
MapGenie for ships an update every 35 months, and myESO monthly. Most recently, MapGenie for was updated on October 24, 2026 and myESO on October 24, 2026.

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