Comparison

GO Raid Party vs MasterDex

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

Head to head
About

GO Raid Party

Connect with other players globally to participate in remote raids. Find or host raid parties easily, regardless of your location, to tackle challenging bosses and collect rare Pokémon. Achieve your raid goals faster with a simple and intuitive interface.

Highlights
  • Remote raid invitations
  • Find raid parties globally
  • Host your own raid rooms
  • Raid regional Pokémon
  • 24/7 raiding opportunities
  • Simple profile setup
Features
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The ability to raid remotely from anywhere in the world might be the biggest thing since the release of Pokémon GO. Now it doesn't matter where you live, you can join a party to take down that Tier 5 boss you've been dreaming about. With GO Raid Party, we match people who need help with people who want to help, with a simple and easy to understand interface. This app is perfect for people who: - Has plenty of raids around but nobody to raid with. Go host a room! - Has a strong team but no raid around to join. Go find a room to help out! - Wants to raid regional stuff. It used to sucks when you can't have Azelf/Mesprit/Uxie just because you can't travel. Now you can (when it comes back to raids, of course). - Want to raid 24/7 to grind that hundo or shiny or dare we suggest, SHUNDO. Download the app, setup your profile and get your first raid done in less than 10 minutes. It's that simple. View Terms of Use at the following URL: https://goraidparty.com/terms.html

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

GO Raid Party4 screens
MasterDex4 screens

Verdict

The call

GO Raid Party and MasterDex both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 87% of MasterDex's written reviews are positive against 45% of GO Raid Party's. MasterDex also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). GO Raid Party's advantage is ratings volume (27K vs 1.7K) and chart position (#113 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads 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. GO Raid Party sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and MasterDex sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. 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 — 4.8 for GO Raid Party against 4.8 for MasterDex. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GO Raid Party has 27K ratings behind it against 1.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 45% of GO Raid Party's written reviews are positive against 87% of MasterDex's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GO Raid Party ships an update every 2 months, MasterDex every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
GO Raid Party versus MasterDex: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGO Raid PartyMasterDex
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (27K ratings)4.8 (1.7K ratings)
Positive reviews44.5% of reviews87.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings27K — better1.7K
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#113 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB196 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTiny Whale Pte. Ltd.Lorenzo Greco

Customer experience

GO Raid Party

All ratings27,031 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral2.1%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews568 reviews
Positive44.5%
Neutral10.0%
Negative45.4%

MasterDex

All ratings1,713 ratings
Positive94.9%
Neutral1.9%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews373 reviews
Positive87.1%
Neutral4.3%
Negative8.6%

User reviews

GO Raid Party

From 27K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 👍 Helpful for remote raids
  • 🌍 Connects players globally
  • 🎉 Able to get rare Pokémon

Room to improve

  • 💰 Premium subscription required for full access
  • 🤖 Issues with bot accounts
  • 🕰️ Long wait times to join raids
  • 🏃‍♂️ People leaving raids at the last second

MasterDex

From 1.7K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fantastic app
  • 👍 Great Pokédex
  • 🔒 No ads
  • 💡 One-time purchase
  • 👍 Aesthetically pleasing

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashing and slow loading
  • 🐛 Bugs with team builder
  • 🐛 Missing Pokémon forms and gender differences
  • 🐛 Incorrect or outdated information
  • 💡 Lack of Pokémon location filters

Bugs and requests

GO Raid Party

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inability to host raids for some users
  • Freezing/crashing issues
  • Invites not being received

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to filter by player level
  • Option to queue for raids instead of constant refreshing
  • Improved communication between players
  • Accountability system for reliable hosts

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

2 purchases

GO Raid Party

Subscriptions1
  • Monthy Premium Subscription$14.991 Month
One-time1
  • Remove Ads$9.99
2 purchases

MasterDex

One-time2
  • Masteredex - Sale$1.99
  • Masterdex PRO$7.99

Questions

Is GO Raid Party free?
GO Raid Party is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MasterDex free?
MasterDex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, GO Raid Party or MasterDex?
GO Raid Party and MasterDex are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 27K and 1.7K ratings respectively.
Do GO Raid Party or MasterDex have ads?
Both GO Raid Party and MasterDex show ads.
Which is updated more often, GO Raid Party or MasterDex?
GO Raid Party ships an update every 2 months, and MasterDex every 3 weeks. Most recently, GO Raid Party was updated on September 24, 2026 and MasterDex on September 24, 2026.

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