Comparison

RoR2 Handbook vs Pocket Wiki for Factorio

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

Head to head
About

RoR2 Handbook

This comprehensive guide provides all the necessary information for playing Risk of Rain 2. Quickly find stats, challenges, unlocks, and details on items, equipment, survivors, and artifacts with a powerful search function. Supports dark mode and iPad.

Highlights
  • Item information
  • Equipment details
  • Survivor stats
  • Artifact descriptions
  • Challenge tracking
  • Powerful search
  • Dark Mode support
Features
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This handbook has all of the Risk of Rain 2 information you could need while playing, with a powerful search for filtering. Find what you're looking for quickly and view stats, challenges and unlocks, and more. This guide currently contains info on - Items - Equipment - Survivors - Artifacts - Challenges * Dark Mode support * iPad support (portrait and landscape) Feedback always welcome.

About

Pocket Wiki for Factorio

This offline companion app provides a comprehensive reference guide for the game Factorio. It includes detailed information on items, recipes, technologies, and strategies, accessible even without an internet connection. Features include powerful search, personalized bookmarks, and news updates.

Highlights
  • Complete offline access to game database
  • Detailed information on materials, recipes, and buildings
  • Guides, tips, and tricks for all player levels
  • Powerful search and intuitive navigation
  • Bookmark favorites and track recently viewed items
  • Factorio news and video integration (requires internet)
Features
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Pocket Wiki for Factorio: Master the Factory Offline! Unlock your full potential in Factorio with the ultimate offline companion! The Pocket Wiki is a comprehensive reference guide packed with everything you need — from essential recipes and materials to advanced strategies and expert tips. Designed for both newcomers and seasoned veterans, this app puts vital Factorio knowledge at your fingertips, even without an internet connection. Never miss a beat in your factory-building journey! This is an unofficial, fan-made application. Why Choose Pocket Wiki for Factorio? • Complete Offline Access: Your indispensable Factorio database (items, recipes, tech, etc.) works entirely offline. Perfect for subway commutes or areas with no signal! (News/video streaming requires internet). • Comprehensive Knowledge Base: Find detailed info on Materials, Recipes, Items, Buildings, Technologies, and more. Everything is interconnected for easy exploration. • Guides for All Levels: Master the game with in-depth Guides, practical Tips, clever Tricks, and essential Hints, tailored for Beginner, Advanced, and Expert players. • Powerful Search & Navigation: Quickly find exactly what you need with text search (by name!) and intuitive navigation. • Personalized Experience: Bookmark Favorites, track Recently Viewed items, and zoom in on details. • Stay Informed: Catch up on the latest Factorio News and watch helpful Videos directly in the app (internet required). • Optimized & User-Friendly: Enjoy a smooth experience on both iPhone and iPad, complete with a comfortable Dark Theme. Your Feedback Matters! I'm constantly working to improve the app. Send me your suggestions, requests, or comments via the in-app "Feedback" feature or email kateryna.momotova@yahoo.com. Love the app? A positive review is greatly appreciated! Interested in helping translate? Let me know! Disclaimer: This is an unofficial fan project, not affiliated with the Factorio developers, publishers, or distributors. All game content, images, and text are copyright their respective owners. This app serves as an informational reference under fair use. For copyright/trademark concerns outside fair use, please contact kateryna.momotova@yahoo.com.

Screenshots

RoR2 Handbook4 screens
Pocket Wiki for Factorio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RoR2 Handbook at none against Pocket Wiki for Factorio's 12. RoR2 Handbook also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 16 months) and review sentiment (89% vs 62%). On price, rating, ads 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. Pocket Wiki for Factorio sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. RoR2 Handbook asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RoR2 Handbook holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RoR2 Handbook has 220 ratings behind it against 38, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of RoR2 Handbook's written reviews are positive against 62% of Pocket Wiki for Factorio's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RoR2 Handbook ships an update every 5 days, Pocket Wiki for Factorio every 16 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
RoR2 Handbook versus Pocket Wiki for Factorio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRoR2 HandbookPocket Wiki for Factorio
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (220 ratings) — better4.5 (38 ratings)
Positive reviews89.2% of reviews — better61.5% of reviews
Number of ratings220 — better38
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 16 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB286 MB
Age rating12+9+
DeveloperKevin LeeKateryna Momotova

Customer experience

RoR2 Handbook

All ratings219 ratings
Positive93.2%
Neutral4.1%
Negative2.7%
Written reviews139 reviews
Positive89.2%
Neutral7.2%
Negative3.6%

Pocket Wiki for Factorio

All ratings37 ratings
Positive89.2%
Neutral2.7%
Negative8.1%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive61.5%
Neutral15.4%
Negative23.1%

Bugs and requests

RoR2 Handbook

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashes when viewing REX information
  • Inability to exit larger item description windows

Requested features

4 requests
  • Update with Seekers of the Storm DLC content
  • Add enemy and map information
  • Implement a checklist for challenges/artifacts
  • Include lore entries and artwork

Pocket Wiki for Factorio

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

RoR2 Handbook

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

Pocket Wiki for Factorio

One-time8
  • Small tip$0.99
  • Smаll tip$0.99
  • Medium tip$1.99
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  • Large tip2 variants$3.99
  • Generous tip2 variants$7.99
  • Enormous tip2 variants$16.99
  • Ginormous tip$41.99
  • Royal tip2 variants$84.99

Questions

Is RoR2 Handbook free?
RoR2 Handbook is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pocket Wiki for Factorio free?
Pocket Wiki for Factorio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, RoR2 Handbook or Pocket Wiki for Factorio?
RoR2 Handbook is rated higher. RoR2 Handbook averages 4.7 out of 5 from 220 ratings, while Pocket Wiki for Factorio averages 4.5 from 38 ratings.
Do RoR2 Handbook or Pocket Wiki for Factorio have ads?
Both RoR2 Handbook and Pocket Wiki for Factorio show ads.
Which is updated more often, RoR2 Handbook or Pocket Wiki for Factorio?
RoR2 Handbook ships an update every 5 days, and Pocket Wiki for Factorio every 16 months. Most recently, RoR2 Handbook was updated on October 24, 2026 and Pocket Wiki for Factorio on October 24, 2026.

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