Comparison

Pocket Wiki for Factorio vs MapGenie

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

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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.

About

MapGenie

This fan-made map app helps players navigate a popular fantasy RPG. Discover over 3,000 locations, including gear, quests, and secrets, with a progress tracker and note-taking features. It covers all game acts and offers quick search functionality.

Highlights
  • Over 3,000 locations
  • 40+ categories
  • Quicksearch functionality
  • Progress tracker
  • Note-taking
  • All Acts covered
Features
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An unofficial fan-made map for BG3. Explore the map to track down legendary gear and discover hidden quests! FEATURES: • Over 3,000 locations - Find all Waypoints, Side Quests, Puzzles, Unique Equipment, Illithid Tadpoles & Chests! • 40+ categories - including Bosses, Inspirational Events, Companions, Soul Coins & more! • Quicksearch - just type the name of a location to instantly find what you're looking for. • Sync progress with the website: https://mapgenie.io/baldurs-gate-3 • Progress Tracker - mark locations as found and track the progress of your collectables. • Take Notes - marking places of interest by adding notes to the map. • All Acts - maps for Act 1, Act 2 & Act 3 included! 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 Larian (the developers of BG3!)

Screenshots

Pocket Wiki for Factorio4 screens
MapGenie4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: MapGenie at none against Pocket Wiki for Factorio's shown. MapGenie also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (157 vs 37). Pocket Wiki for Factorio's advantage is review sentiment (62% vs 43%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 and MapGenie 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

MapGenie holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 37 and 157 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 62% of Pocket Wiki for Factorio's written reviews are positive against 43% of MapGenie's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pocket Wiki for Factorio ships an update every 16 months, MapGenie every 17 months. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Pocket Wiki for Factorio versus MapGenie: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPocket Wiki for FactorioMapGenie
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (37 ratings)4.8 (157 ratings) — better
Positive reviews61.5% of reviews — better42.9% of reviews
Number of ratings37157 — better
Update frequencyEvery 16 months — betterEvery 17 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size286 MB55 MB
Age rating9+12+
DeveloperKateryna MomotovaMagic Lamp Technologies Limited

Customer experience

Pocket Wiki for Factorio

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

MapGenie

All ratings157 ratings
Positive93.0%
Neutral6.4%
Negative0.6%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral28.6%
Negative28.6%

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
1 purchases

MapGenie

One-time1
  • BG3 Map PRO Upgrade$9.99

Questions

Is Pocket Wiki for Factorio free?
Pocket Wiki for Factorio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MapGenie free?
MapGenie is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pocket Wiki for Factorio or MapGenie?
MapGenie is rated higher. Pocket Wiki for Factorio averages 4.5 out of 5 from 37 ratings, while MapGenie averages 4.8 from 157 ratings.
Do Pocket Wiki for Factorio or MapGenie have ads?
Pocket Wiki for Factorio shows ads; MapGenie does not.
Which is updated more often, Pocket Wiki for Factorio or MapGenie?
Pocket Wiki for Factorio ships an update every 16 months, and MapGenie every 17 months. Most recently, Pocket Wiki for Factorio was updated on September 9, 2026 and MapGenie on September 7, 2026.

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