MasterDex vs Pokedex Cards
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Updated creature information
- Team builder tool
- Trading Card Game details
- Offline functionality
- Shiny creature tracker
- Advanced search filters
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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!"
Pokedex Cards
Organize and track your fantasy creature card collection with ease. Scan cards using your device's camera, sort them by various criteria, and stay updated on their market value. Find any card quickly with a powerful search function.
- Card scanning for quick entry
- Advanced sorting by series and type
- Live market value updates
- Robust card search functionality
- Intuitive and user-friendly interface
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Dive into the world of fantasy card collecting with POKEDECK CARDS, the ultimate app for collectors who relish adventures with mystical creatures reminiscent of the Pokemon universe! Whether you’re a novice just starting out or a seasoned expert like a seasoned Pokemon trainer, POKEDECK CARDS elevates your collection journey with unmatched organization and ease. SCAN: Swiftly add cards to your collection using your device’s camera—streamline your cataloging process as if you're using a Pokedex! SORT: Revolutionize how you organize your cards! Sort by series, element types, and creature families for unparalleled navigation and management, making it easy to manage your collection as meticulously as a Pokemon master. VALUE: Stay on top of the market with live updates on the worth of your collection. Identify missing creatures and strategize to acquire the rarest specimens, much like hunting for rare Pokemon. SEARCH: Find any card within seconds using our robust search feature. Never miss out on tracking down the creatures and items you need for your adventures, whether they're legendary Pokemon or common finds. INTUITIVE: Enjoy an easy-to-use interface that makes your card collecting straightforward and fun, perfect for adventurers of all ages—ideal for those who grew up loving Pokemon! Rediscover the thrill of collection and strategy with POKEDECK CARDS! Kickstart your journey today and evolve your mystical creature collection to epic proportions. Disclaimer: This app is inspired by generic card collecting applications and is not linked to, affiliated with, or supported by any specific card game franchise, including the Pokémon franchise. It uses generic terms and imagery inspired by the broader genre of adventure and fantasy card games.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: MasterDex at 87% against Pokedex Cards's 50%. MasterDex also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (1.8K vs 2). Pokedex Cards's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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
Both are free to download. MasterDex sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Pokedex Cards sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Pokedex Cards holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MasterDex has 1.8K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 87% of MasterDex's written reviews are positive against 50% of Pokedex Cards's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
MasterDex ships an update every 3 weeks, Pokedex Cards every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.
| Parameter | MasterDex | Pokedex Cards |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (1.8K ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 86.6% of reviews — better | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1.8K — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 196 MB | 159 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | Lorenzo Greco | henri gil |
Customer experience
MasterDex
Pokedex Cards
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
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- Add Pokémon trainer and villain information
- Provide option to change default sprite view
- Implement Tera Type information
- Add item location and TM/HM information
Pokedex Cards
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
MasterDex
- Masteredex - Sale$1.99
- Masterdex PRO$2.99
Pokedex Cards
- Premium Pack$0.99








