# CTA Dex vs Database for Stardew

The clearest difference is review sentiment: CTA Dex at 91% against Database for Stardew's 0%. CTA Dex also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 4). Database for Stardew's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CTA Dex sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Database for Stardew sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

CTA Dex holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CTA Dex has 1.2K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 91% of CTA Dex's written reviews are positive against 0% of Database for Stardew's.

CTA Dex ships an update every 9 days, Database for Stardew fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CTA Dex | Database for Stardew |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cta-dex/id1522211974/reviews)** | [4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/database-for-stardew-valley/id6636551430/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | **91.4% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 223 MB | 316 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Leonardo Dezordi de Jesus](https://appshunter.io/developer/1491946240) | [Trang Ho Minh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1735934816) |

## What reviewers say

### CTA Dex

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cta-dex/id1522211974)

This comprehensive companion app helps Pokémon trainers track their collections, plan teams, and access detailed information for every main series game. It includes features for shiny hunting, TCG card collection, and more.

**Highlights:** Complete National Pokédex with all forms, Collection and shiny tracking, Team builder for all supported games, Shiny hunt counter and statistics, TCG card collection tracker, Detailed Pokémon stats and move databases

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Great Ball | $0.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| Monthly Master Ball | $4.99 | per month |
| Annual Premium | $14.99 | per year |
| Small Extra Tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Small tip! | $2.99 | one-time |
| Big tip! | $4.99 | one-time |
| Big Extra Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Huge tip! | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Comprehensive Pokédex with all games
- 🚀 Fast updates with new game releases
- 📊 Detailed tracking of Pokédex progress, living dex, and shiny dex
- 🔍 Helpful filters and search options
- 📚 Useful information like type weaknesses, evolution methods, and more

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Ads can be intrusive, but can be removed with a small tip
- 🐛 Some bugs and glitches reported, like disappearing teams and missing Pokémon forms
- 🔍 Wish for more granular filtering options (e.g., specific type combinations)

**Reported bugs**

- Missing mega evolution Pokémon like mega Dragonite
- Issues with loading move information in the Team Builder for Pokémon Legends: Arceus
- Paldea National Pokédex numbers are incorrect

**Requested features**

- Add Pokémon Go integration and checklist
- Implement a mass deletion/reset option
- Allow creating custom checklists (e.g., for DLC Pokédexes)
- Add the ability to view and track Pokémon forms, including Alolan, Galarian, and regional variants
- Integrate Pokémon Home functionality more deeply


### Database for Stardew

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/database-for-stardew-valley/id6636551430)

This companion app provides comprehensive information for a popular farming simulation game. Access details on crafting, items, recipes, and guides, with offline functionality for convenience. Stay updated with game news and videos.

**Highlights:** Offline access, Item and recipe details, Crafting information, Game guides and tips, News and videos, Interconnected object navigation, Customizable text and themes

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Package | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CTA Dex free?

CTA Dex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Database for Stardew free?

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

### Which has better reviews, CTA Dex or Database for Stardew?

CTA Dex is rated higher. CTA Dex averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Database for Stardew averages 4.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do CTA Dex or Database for Stardew have ads?

CTA Dex shows ads; Database for Stardew does not.

### Which is updated more often, CTA Dex or Database for Stardew?

CTA Dex ships an update every 9 days, and Database for Stardew fortnightly. Most recently, CTA Dex was updated on October 29, 2026 and Database for Stardew on October 24, 2026.

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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.*