Comparison

Tier List Maker vs MasterDex

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

Head to head
About

Tier List Maker

Easily create custom tier lists for any game. Organize items into up to 26 ranked rows with customizable colors and photos. Save your lists within the app or export them directly to your photo gallery.

Highlights
  • Create custom tier lists
  • Up to 26 ranked rows
  • Add photos to tiers
  • Customizable tier colors
  • Save lists within the app
  • Export lists to photo gallery
Features
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Create tier lists for any game. Add up to 26 rows, add photos and then export list to your photo gallery. Choose any color for tiers. Save tier lists within the app and use them later. About Subscription The app contains weekly subscription at price $2.99/month. Yearly subscription at price $19.99. • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • The account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/almetapps/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/almetapps/privacy-policy

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

Tier List Maker4 screens
MasterDex4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MasterDex at 87% against Tier List Maker's 28%. MasterDex also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 weeks). Tier List Maker's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.6). On price, ratings volume, 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. Tier List Maker sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 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

MasterDex holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.1K and 1.7K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of Tier List Maker's written reviews are positive against 87% of MasterDex's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tier List Maker ships an update every 5 weeks, MasterDex every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Tier List Maker versus MasterDex: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTier List MakerMasterDex
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (3.1K ratings)4.8 (1.7K ratings) — better
Positive reviews27.6% of reviews87.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3.1K — better1.7K
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB196 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAleksei MetelkinLorenzo Greco

Customer experience

Tier List Maker

All ratings3,082 ratings
Positive84.4%
Neutral4.7%
Negative10.9%
Written reviews268 reviews
Positive27.6%
Neutral8.2%
Negative64.2%

MasterDex

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

User reviews

Tier List Maker

From 3.1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Helps organize and plan things
  • 🚀 Great for making tier lists
  • 👍 Fun and easy to use

Room to improve

  • 💰 Subscription required for full access
  • 📺 Too many ads
  • 🐛 Buggy and crashes frequently
  • 🤑 Expensive subscription
  • 🤔 Limited functionality without premium

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

Tier List Maker

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Deletes saved tier lists
  • Images don't always load properly
  • Infinite ad loops when trying to use app
  • Subscription issues and inability to cancel

Requested features

4 requests
  • Allow renaming of tiers
  • Add ability to rearrange items in tiers
  • Provide more customization options
  • Improve stability and reduce crashes

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

8 purchases

Tier List Maker

Subscriptions8
  • Monthly subscription3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Monthly subscription3 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Monthly subscription3 Days trial$7.991 Month
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  • Monthly subscription3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Yearly subscription$19.991 Year
  • Yearly subscription$29.991 Year
  • Yearly subscription$39.991 Year
  • Yearly subscription$49.991 Year
2 purchases

MasterDex

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

Questions

Is Tier List Maker free?
Tier List Maker 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, Tier List Maker or MasterDex?
MasterDex is rated higher. Tier List Maker averages 4.4 out of 5 from 3.1K ratings, while MasterDex averages 4.8 from 1.7K ratings.
Do Tier List Maker or MasterDex have ads?
Both Tier List Maker and MasterDex show ads.
Which is updated more often, Tier List Maker or MasterDex?
Tier List Maker ships an update every 5 weeks, and MasterDex every 3 weeks. Most recently, Tier List Maker was updated on September 22, 2026 and MasterDex on September 24, 2026.

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