Comparison

Duel Adviser vs MasterDex

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

Head to head
About

Duel Adviser

This application assists players of the Yu-Gi-Oh! Card Game by tracking life points, rolling dice, flipping coins, and managing custom counters. It also provides quick access to ban lists, game history, and card information via a wiki, with an option for peer-to-peer synchronization between devices.

Highlights
  • Life point tracking with calculator
  • Multi-coin flip and dice roll
  • Custom counter tracking
  • Game history log
  • Ban/Limited list access
  • Card scanning and wiki lookup
  • P2P device synchronization
Features
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Helper for the Yu-Gi-Oh! Card Game (TCG and OCG). Features: - Life point tracking with helpful adjustments through an integrated calculator (max LP can be configured) - Flip up to 3 coins at once - Roll up to six 6-Sided and 8-Sided dices at once - Track different counts with custom labels for identification - Game history log that should enable the legal tournament usage - Quick access to current Ban/Limited list - Quick Wiki Access - You can scan any card from any language to see it in your preferred language in the Yugipedia Wiki - Don't want to share your device? Use the P2P function to pair two devices and synchronize your game tracking with your opponent!

About

MasterDex

This app serves as a comprehensive guide for fans and trainers, offering detailed information on creatures, team building, and the trading card game. It features offline access, advanced search, and tracking for favorite creatures and shinies, updated for the latest generation.

Highlights
  • Updated creature information
  • Team builder tool
  • Trading Card Game details
  • Offline functionality
  • Shiny creature tracker
  • Advanced search filters
Features
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Embark on an epic journey with MasterDex, the ultimate companion for all the fans and trainers. Key Features: ▶ Updated to Scarlet and Violet: Stay up-to-date with the latest generation of creatures, including their unique forms, evolutions, and abilities. ▶ Team Builder: Strategize and assemble your dream team using MasterDex's intuitive team-building feature. Plan your battles and unleash the power of synergy. ▶ TCG Info Included: Dive into the Trading Card Game world with comprehensive TCG information, including card details, prices, and rarity. ▶ No Login Required: Get instant access to a wealth of creature knowledge without the hassle of creating an account or remembering credentials. ▶ Works Offline: MasterDex is designed to be your reliable companion, even when you're offline. Access crucial information on the go, no matter where your adventures take you. ▶ Special Evolutions and Alternative Forms: Uncover the secrets of special evolutions and explore the diverse range of alternative forms within this captivating universe. ▶ Create a List of Your Favorite Creatures: Keep track of your most cherished companions. ▶ Keep Track of Your Shinies: Stay organized and track your shiny creatures with ease. MasterDex helps you monitor and celebrate your rare and unique discoveries. ▶ Detailed Information: Access to comprehensive details on creatures, moves, abilities, natures, items locations, and types. ▶ Advanced Search Filters: Find the creatures you're looking for effortlessly using advanced search filters. Narrow down your search based on various criteria. Embark on an extraordinary journey with MasterDex, your go-to companion. Please note that MasterDex is an unofficial, fan-made, and free-to-use app. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by the creators of the captivating world. Start your adventure today and become a true master!"

Screenshots

Duel Adviser4 screens
MasterDex4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MasterDex at 4.8 against Duel Adviser's 4.2. MasterDex also leads on ratings volume (1.8K vs 5) and review sentiment (87% vs 67%). Duel Adviser's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support 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. MasterDex sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Duel Adviser asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MasterDex holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MasterDex has 1.8K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Duel Adviser's written reviews are positive against 87% of MasterDex's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Duel Adviser ships an update every 2 days, MasterDex every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Duel Adviser versus MasterDex: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDuel AdviserMasterDex
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (5 ratings)4.8 (1.8K ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews86.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings51.8K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB196 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSebastian KruseLorenzo Greco

Customer experience

Duel Adviser

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

MasterDex

All ratings1,713 ratings
Positive94.9%
Neutral1.9%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews382 reviews
Positive86.6%
Neutral4.2%
Negative9.2%

Bugs and requests

Duel Adviser

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

MasterDex

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Shiny toggle not working in team builder
  • Pokémon 3D models and artwork not displaying
  • Johto region locations missing
  • Crashes when adding Pokémon to teams
  • Incorrect information for some Pokémon (e.g., Necrozma's ability, Pikachu's classification)

Requested features

9 requests
  • Add Pokémon location filters
  • Implement ability to mark Pokémon as caught/seen
  • Add damage calculator
  • Allow reorganizing of teams
  • Include Pokémon cries and Dynamax/Gigantamax forms
Show 4 more
  • Add Pokémon trainer and villain information
  • Provide option to change default sprite view
  • Implement Tera Type information
  • Add item location and TM/HM information

In-app purchases

None

Duel Adviser

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

MasterDex

One-time2
  • Masteredex - Sale$1.99
  • Masterdex PRO$2.99

Questions

Is Duel Adviser free?
Duel Adviser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MasterDex free?
MasterDex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Duel Adviser or MasterDex?
MasterDex is rated higher. Duel Adviser averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while MasterDex averages 4.8 from 1.8K ratings.
Do Duel Adviser or MasterDex have ads?
MasterDex shows ads; Duel Adviser does not.
Which is updated more often, Duel Adviser or MasterDex?
Duel Adviser ships an update every 2 days, and MasterDex every 3 weeks. Most recently, Duel Adviser was updated on October 21, 2026 and MasterDex on October 24, 2026.

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