# Rust Notifications vs Database for EFT

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Database for EFT at 80% against Rust Notifications's 25%. Database for EFT also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.9) and ratings volume (235 vs 20). Rust Notifications's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and update cadence (every 2 days vs weekly). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Database for EFT sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Rust Notifications asks for nothing beyond the download.

Database for EFT holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Database for EFT has 235 ratings behind it against 20, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of Rust Notifications's written reviews are positive against 80% of Database for EFT's.

Rust Notifications ships an update every 2 days, Database for EFT weekly. The most recent releases landed on June 11, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Rust Notifications | Database for EFT |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.9 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rust-notifications/id1506471470/reviews) | **[4.7 (235 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/database-for-eft/id1557116752/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 20 | **235** |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | **80.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 40 MB | 143 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [SEGIT](https://appshunter.io/developer/1446066862) | [Dao Cuong](https://appshunter.io/developer/1474510910) |

## What reviewers say

### Rust Notifications

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rust-notifications/id1506471470)

Stay updated on your favorite game servers even when offline. This app sends notifications for server events directly to your device. Simply log in with your Steam account and join compatible servers to start receiving alerts.

**Highlights:** Offline server notifications, Steam account login, Automatic server subscription, Event alerts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Database for EFT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/database-for-eft/id1557116752)

An unofficial fan-made companion app for a popular survival game. It provides a comprehensive database of in-game items, tools for optimizing gear and weapons, and helpful tracking features for quests and in-game events.

**Highlights:** Flea Market data, Preset and Gun Builder, Quest Tracker with sync, Interactive Map & Bosses, Ballistics and Armor analysis, Barter and Craft Profit Calculators, Trader Restock Notifications

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads - 1 Month | $0.99 | per month |
| Remove Ads - 3 Months | $1.99 | per 3 months |
| Remove Ads - 1 Year | $6.99 | per year |
| Donate $4.99 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Donate $9.99 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Donate $24.99 | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Useful app with many features
- 👍 Helpful for tracking quests and hideout
- 🗺️ Interactive maps and quest guides
- 💰 Accurate flea market price tracking
- 🔍 Comprehensive item and ballistics information

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 Battery draining issues
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes after updates
- 💸 Subscription model for ad removal
- 📚 Lack of language support (non-English)
- 🤔 Cluttered UI and navigation

**Reported bugs**

- Flea market data not always up-to-date
- Kappa quest information inaccurate
- Shoreline stash locations not showing on map
- Quests marked as incomplete after app restart

**Requested features**

- Damage calculator for different armor and characters
- Gun builder and customization tool
- Kappa quest completion guide
- Offline mode for maps and information
- Customizable color themes and layouts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Rust Notifications free?

Rust Notifications is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Database for EFT free?

Database for EFT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Rust Notifications or Database for EFT?

Database for EFT is rated higher. Rust Notifications averages 2.9 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while Database for EFT averages 4.7 from 235 ratings.

### Do Rust Notifications or Database for EFT have ads?

Neither Rust Notifications nor Database for EFT shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Rust Notifications or Database for EFT?

Rust Notifications ships an update every 2 days, and Database for EFT weekly. Most recently, Rust Notifications was updated on June 11, 2026 and Database for EFT on September 21, 2026.

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