Comparison

MapGenie vs Engine Swap Guide for GT7

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

Head to head
About

MapGenie

Navigate the vast world of Elden Ring with this unofficial interactive map. Discover over 4000 locations, track your progress, and mark points of interest. Essential for any Tarnished seeking to conquer The Lands Between.

Highlights
  • Over 4000 locations
  • 70+ categories
  • Quicksearch functionality
  • Progress tracking
  • Note-taking on map
  • Website sync
Features
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An unofficial fan-made map for EldenRing. Souls games are hard and sometimes you need a companion - so take this interactive map of The Lands Between for when you need it! FEATURES: • Over 4000 locations - Find all Flask Upgrades, Keys, Dragons, Rare Weapons & Hidden Quests • 70+ categories - including Dungeon Bosses, Ashes of War, Talismans, Golden Seeds, Teardrop Scarabs & 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/elden-ring • 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. • Maps for the overworld and all underground areas 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 FromSoftware (the developers of ER)!

About

Engine Swap Guide for GT7

This app provides a quick reference for all engine swaps available in Gran Turismo 7. Easily find compatible engines for any car or cars that can use a specific engine, helping you plan your dream builds.

Highlights
  • Browse all available engine swaps
  • Search by car brand
  • Search by engine code
  • Real-time search filters
  • Organized and up-to-date data
  • Tailored for GT7 players
Features
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Tired of guessing which engines fit which cars in Gran Turismo 7? Engine Swap Guide is the unofficial ultimate quick-reference app for all GT7 players who want to plan their dream builds with ease. Browse all available engine swaps in GT7, organized by car brand or engine code. Whether you're fine-tuning your garage, planning your next competitive build, or just curious about swap options, this guide puts all the information at your fingertips. Features: - Search by Car Brand – Instantly see which engines can be swapped into every model. - Search by Engine Code – Find all cars compatible with a specific engine. - Real-time Search Filters – Quickly narrow down results as you type. - Organized & Up-to-Date Data – Clean lists updated with the latest swap information from GT7. - Tailored for Gran Turismo 7 Players – Built specifically for GT7’s swap system. Perfect for casual players and hardcore tuners alike, Engine Swap Guide is the essential unofficial companion app for making the most of Gran Turismo 7’s engine swap feature.

Screenshots

MapGenie4 screens
Engine Swap Guide for GT73 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Engine Swap Guide for GT7 at none against MapGenie's 1. Engine Swap Guide for GT7 also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 9 months vs every 26 months). MapGenie's advantage is ratings volume (2.6K vs 7) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price 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. MapGenie sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Engine Swap Guide for GT7 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Engine Swap Guide for GT7 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MapGenie has 2.6K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MapGenie ships an update every 26 months, Engine Swap Guide for GT7 every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
MapGenie versus Engine Swap Guide for GT7: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMapGenieEngine Swap Guide for GT7
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (2.6K ratings)5.0 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews56.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.6K — better7
Update frequencyEvery 26 monthsEvery 9 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB8 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperMagic Lamp Technologies LimitedPatrik Ell

Bugs and requests

MapGenie

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Map not loading properly
  • Inability to mark locations as found
  • Filters resetting randomly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to reset/clear progress
  • Improved search functionality
  • More zoom/panning options
  • Ability to hide found locations
  • Support for DLC maps and quests

Engine Swap Guide for GT7

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

MapGenie

One-time1
  • Elden Ring Map PRO Upgrade$9.99
None

Engine Swap Guide for GT7

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MapGenie free?
MapGenie is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Engine Swap Guide for GT7 free?
Engine Swap Guide for GT7 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MapGenie or Engine Swap Guide for GT7?
Engine Swap Guide for GT7 is rated higher. MapGenie averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.6K ratings, while Engine Swap Guide for GT7 averages 5.0 from 7 ratings.
Do MapGenie or Engine Swap Guide for GT7 have ads?
MapGenie shows ads; Engine Swap Guide for GT7 does not.
Which is updated more often, MapGenie or Engine Swap Guide for GT7?
MapGenie ships an update every 26 months, and Engine Swap Guide for GT7 every 9 months. Most recently, MapGenie was updated on October 16, 2026 and Engine Swap Guide for GT7 on October 10, 2026.

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