Comparison

MapGenie vs myESO

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

Head to head
About

MapGenie

An unofficial fan-made interactive map for Horizon Zero Dawn and its expansion. Discover over 1000 locations, including collectibles, quests, and detailed interiors. Track your progress and sync with the website.

Highlights
  • Over 1000 marked locations
  • 50+ location categories
  • Quick search functionality
  • Progress tracking
  • In-map note-taking
  • Website progress sync
Features
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An unofficial fan-made map for HZD + The Frozen Wilds - 1000+ locations marked out across the world, including detailed interior maps! FEATURES: • Over 1000 locations - find all collectibles, datapoints, side quests, machine spawn areas, ruins and more! • 50+ categories including Banuk Figures, Metal Flowers, Grazer Dummies, Animal Figurines and Tallnecks. • Quicksearch - just type the name of a location to instantly find what you're looking for. • Sync progress with the website: https://mapgenie.io/horizon-zero-dawn • Progress Tracker - mark locations as found and track the progress of your collectables. • Take Notes - mark places of interest by adding notes to the map. If you find a bug, or have any suggestions for the app, please use the 'Send Feedback' option below to let us know! Disclaimer: MapGenie is in no way affiliated with Guerrilla Games (the guys behind Horizon)

About

myESO

This app helps players of a popular online role-playing game manage their character builds and equipment sets. It provides a comprehensive catalog of in-game items, allowing users to organize, optimize, and track their collected gear for enhanced gameplay.

Highlights
  • Build management
  • Set catalog
  • Collection tracking
  • Build customization
  • Efficient organization
  • Time-saving
Features
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Welcome to myESO, your companion for The Elder Scrolls Online. myESO gives you the freedom to explore all of ESO's sets at your fingertips. Key Features: Build Management: Craft and perfect your character's build by easily browsing through a vast collection of sets. Organize and optimize your equipment for maximum effectiveness in Tamriel. Set Catalog: Explore an extensive database of sets categorized by DLC, Crafting, Dungeons, Trials, and more. Quickly find the perfect gear to suit your playstyle. Always up-to-date. Collection Overview: Keep track of your acquired sets and easily identify what you're missing. Ensure you're always well-equipped for your adventures in Tamriel. Why Choose myESO? Access a vast collection of sets. Like, all of them. We literally have all sets. Build Customization: Experiment with different sets and combinations to find the ideal setup for your playstyle. Efficient Organization: Easily manage your collection of sets, ensuring you're always aware of what you have and what you need. How It Works: Browse Sets: Explore sets based on various categories such as DLC, Crafting, Dungeons, and Trials. Build Your Character: Create and optimize your character's build by adding sets to your collection. myESO doesn't include skills just yet. Track Your Progress: Keep tabs on your collected sets and plan your next acquisitions for the ultimate gaming experience. Benefits: Optimized Gameplay: Enhance your gaming experience by strategically selecting sets that complement your character's strengths. Time-Saving: Quickly identify and collect the sets you need without wasting time in-game or on the web searching for information. Always Informed: Stay informed about the latest sets and updates, ensuring your character is always on the cutting edge. Download myESO now and embark on a journey to master The Elder Scrolls Online with the most powerful builds and sets at your fingertips! Disclaimer: The Elder Scrolls® Online developed by ZeniMax Online Studios LLC, a ZeniMax Media company. ZeniMax, The Elder Scrolls, ESO, Bethesda, Bethesda Softworks and related logos are registered trademarks of ZeniMax Media Inc. All Rights Reserved. It is important to emphasize that myESO is not officially affiliated with ZeniMax Online Studios or Bethesda. While we passionately showcase references to The Elder Scrolls Online, including classes and sets, it is crucial to understand that they do not belong to myESO.

Screenshots

MapGenie4 screens
myESO4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: myESO at 4.8 against MapGenie's 3.7. myESO also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 73 months). MapGenie's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume 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. MapGenie sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and myESO sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

myESO holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 52 and 77 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 22% of MapGenie's written reviews are positive against 25% of myESO's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MapGenie ships an update every 73 months, myESO monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
MapGenie versus myESO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMapGeniemyESO
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (52 ratings)4.8 (77 ratings) — better
Positive reviews21.7% of reviews25.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5277 — better
Update frequencyEvery 73 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB88 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperMagic Lamp Technologies LimitedFrank Solleveld

Customer experience

MapGenie

All ratings52 ratings
Positive67.3%
Neutral3.8%
Negative28.8%
Written reviews23 reviews
Positive21.7%
Neutral13.0%
Negative65.2%

myESO

All ratings77 ratings
Positive94.8%
Neutral2.6%
Negative2.6%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

MapGenie

One-time1
  • HZD Map PRO Upgrade$6.99
1 purchases

myESO

One-time1
  • myESO+$6.95

Questions

Is MapGenie free?
MapGenie is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is myESO free?
myESO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MapGenie or myESO?
myESO is rated higher. MapGenie averages 3.7 out of 5 from 52 ratings, while myESO averages 4.8 from 77 ratings.
Do MapGenie or myESO have ads?
MapGenie shows ads; myESO does not.
Which is updated more often, MapGenie or myESO?
MapGenie ships an update every 73 months, and myESO monthly. Most recently, MapGenie was updated on September 30, 2026 and myESO on September 10, 2026.

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