Comparison

MasterDex vs In Plain Smite

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

Head to head
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!"

About

In Plain Smite

This app provides the latest information on game updates, including new character releases and patch notes for a popular MOBA. It also offers curated team lists and a character randomizer.

Highlights
  • Updated God List
  • Updated Item List
  • Curated Team Lists
  • God Randomizer
  • Patch Notes
Features
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Stay up to date on the latest god release and patch notes of the MOBA game SMITE! Features: - Updated God List - Updated Item List - Curated List of Teams (Joust & Assault/Conquest) - God Randomizer More features will be added such as: Item Builder, Recent Match Stats, Performance with Gods, etc Show some support to help these new features come to light! Enjoy! All data provided by Hi-Rez Studios

Screenshots

MasterDex4 screens
In Plain Smite4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MasterDex at 87% against In Plain Smite's 50%. MasterDex also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (1.7K vs 8). In Plain Smite's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. MasterDex sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. In Plain Smite asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MasterDex holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MasterDex has 1.7K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 87% of MasterDex's written reviews are positive against 50% of In Plain Smite's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MasterDex ships an update every 3 weeks, In Plain Smite every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
MasterDex versus In Plain Smite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMasterDexIn Plain Smite
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.7K ratings) — better4.3 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews86.6% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.7K — better8
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size196 MB10 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperLorenzo GrecoWill Stankus

Customer experience

MasterDex

All ratings1,713 ratings
Positive94.9%
Neutral1.9%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews382 reviews
Positive86.6%
Neutral4.2%
Negative9.2%

In Plain Smite

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

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 Plain Smite

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

MasterDex

One-time2
  • Masteredex - Sale$1.99
  • Masterdex PRO$2.99
None

In Plain Smite

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MasterDex free?
MasterDex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is In Plain Smite free?
In Plain Smite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MasterDex or In Plain Smite?
MasterDex is rated higher. MasterDex averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.7K ratings, while In Plain Smite averages 4.3 from 8 ratings.
Do MasterDex or In Plain Smite have ads?
MasterDex shows ads; In Plain Smite does not.
Which is updated more often, MasterDex or In Plain Smite?
MasterDex ships an update every 3 weeks, and In Plain Smite every 3 days. Most recently, MasterDex was updated on October 17, 2026 and In Plain Smite on October 3, 2026.

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