Comparison

MasterDex vs DCUO Census

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

DCUO Census

Access detailed statistics for DC Universe Online characters and leagues. View rankings, check server status, and get comprehensive data on your in-game presence. This utility app helps players track their progress and compare with others.

Highlights
  • Character lookups
  • League lookups
  • Character rankings
  • League rankings
  • Server status updates
Features
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The DCUO Census app provides several features to fetch statistics of DC Universe Online (DCUO) characters and leagues. The Character and the League Lookups give detailed information about DCUO characters and leagues. There are also rankings for characters and leagues that show the top 100 sorted by different criteria. And the app also features a Server Status section that always shows the current state of the DCUO servers.

Screenshots

MasterDex4 screens
DCUO Census4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MasterDex at 87% against DCUO Census's 0%. MasterDex also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.0) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months). DCUO Census's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). 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. MasterDex sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. DCUO Census asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MasterDex holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MasterDex has 1.7K ratings behind it against 5, 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 0% of DCUO Census's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MasterDex ships an update every 3 weeks, DCUO Census every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
MasterDex versus DCUO Census: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMasterDexDCUO Census
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.7K ratings) — better3.0 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews87.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.7K — better5
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 5 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size196 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLorenzo GrecoMichael Tillmanns

Customer experience

MasterDex

All ratings1,713 ratings
Positive94.9%
Neutral1.9%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews377 reviews
Positive87.0%
Neutral4.2%
Negative8.8%

DCUO Census

All ratings5 ratings
Positive20.0%
Neutral60.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
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

DCUO Census

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

MasterDex

One-time2
  • Masteredex - Sale$1.99
  • Masterdex PRO$7.99
None

DCUO Census

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MasterDex free?
MasterDex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DCUO Census free?
DCUO Census is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MasterDex or DCUO Census?
MasterDex is rated higher. MasterDex averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.7K ratings, while DCUO Census averages 3.0 from 5 ratings.
Do MasterDex or DCUO Census have ads?
MasterDex shows ads; DCUO Census does not.
Which is updated more often, MasterDex or DCUO Census?
MasterDex ships an update every 3 weeks, and DCUO Census every 5 months. Most recently, MasterDex was updated on October 3, 2026 and DCUO Census on September 29, 2026.

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