# MESBG Tracker vs Tabletop Codex

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Tabletop Codex at 95% against MESBG Tracker's 50%. Tabletop Codex also leads on rating (4.9 vs 2.5) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MESBG Tracker sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Tabletop Codex sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tabletop Codex holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 23 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of MESBG Tracker's written reviews are positive against 95% of Tabletop Codex's.

MESBG Tracker ships an update every 6 weeks, Tabletop Codex every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MESBG Tracker | Tabletop Codex |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mesbg-tracker/id1607982401/reviews) | **[4.9 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabletop-codex/id6596741021/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **23** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **95.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 36 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.4** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [THROWN DICE LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1598875221) | [Peter Gifford](https://appshunter.io/developer/1760475666) |

## What reviewers say

### MESBG Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mesbg-tracker/id1607982401)

This app simplifies tracking hero stats, army breakpoints, and casualties in tabletop battles. It offers a custom tracker for turns and victory points, saving army setups for future use and easy stat resets. Subscription plans include a free trial.

**Highlights:** Track hero stats (Might, Will, Fate, Wounds, Kills), Monitor army breakpoints and quartered values, Calculate remaining casualties, Custom tracker for turns, Foresight, or Victory Points, Save army setups for future use, Easy stat reset for tournaments

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MESBG Tracker Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| MESBG Tracker Yearly | $9.99 | per year |


### Tabletop Codex

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabletop-codex/id6596741021)

Access and master tabletop game rules with meticulously crafted summaries. Learn and play faster with clear, organized, and searchable rulebooks, including visual references and game insights. Offers a free selection of rulebooks with options to purchase individually or subscribe for full access.

**Highlights:** Comprehensive game rule summaries, Organized and searchable library, Visual references and icons, Logical rule layout, Smart search functionality, Game insights and reviews, Light/dark mode customization

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Tier 1 Unlock | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tier 3 Unlock | $2.99 | one-time |
| Tier 2 Unlock | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MESBG Tracker free?

MESBG Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Tabletop Codex free?

Tabletop Codex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MESBG Tracker or Tabletop Codex?

Tabletop Codex is rated higher. MESBG Tracker averages 2.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Tabletop Codex averages 4.9 from 23 ratings.

### Do MESBG Tracker or Tabletop Codex have ads?

Neither MESBG Tracker nor Tabletop Codex shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MESBG Tracker or Tabletop Codex?

MESBG Tracker ships an update every 6 weeks, and Tabletop Codex every 11 days. Most recently, MESBG Tracker was updated on September 16, 2026 and Tabletop Codex on October 1, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*