# GameFly vs MapGenie

GameFly and MapGenie both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 37% of GameFly's written reviews are positive against 0% of MapGenie's. GameFly also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MapGenie sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. GameFly asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for GameFly against 4.7 for MapGenie. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GameFly has 9.9K ratings behind it against 30, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 37% of GameFly's written reviews are positive against 0% of MapGenie's.

GameFly ships an update every 3 weeks, MapGenie every 49 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GameFly | MapGenie |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (9.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gamefly/id335503017/reviews) | **[4.7 (30 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapgenie-hfw-map/id1640714471/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9.9K** | 30 |
| Positive reviews | **36.9% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 49 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 34 MB | 54 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | +12 |
| Developer | [GameFly](https://appshunter.io/developer/335503020) | [Magic Lamp Technologies Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/499996104) |

## What reviewers say

### GameFly

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gamefly/id335503017)

Access information on thousands of video games for various consoles and rent the latest Blu-ray and DVD movies. Purchase new and used games, consoles, and collectibles, and keep rented items. Stay updated with gaming news and user reviews.

**Highlights:** Game info for Xbox, PS, Switch, Rent Blu-ray and DVD movies, Buy new and used games, Keep rented items, Gaming news updates, User reviews and ratings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great value
- 💡 Allows trying games before buying
- 👍 Convenient rental service
- 🚀 Fast turnaround for some users

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App issues (crashes, bugs, login problems)
- ⏱️ Slow shipping and delivery times
- 🤔 Lack of game availability/selection
- 💰 Questionable value for some users
- 🤔 Inconsistent customer service

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Login issues
- Incorrect game listings
- Problems with returns and refunds

**Requested features**

- Add Apple Pay checkout option
- Improve search and queue management
- Provide shipping tracking and delivery estimates
- Expand game library and availability


### MapGenie

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapgenie-hfw-map/id1640714471)

This fan-made companion app helps players navigate the world of Horizon Forbidden West. It features over 1000 locations, including collectibles and machine spawns, with progress tracking and note-taking capabilities.

**Highlights:** Over 1000 locations tracked, 50+ collectible categories, Progress tracker, Note-taking on map, Interior dungeon maps, Website progress sync

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HFW Map PRO Upgrade | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GameFly free?

GameFly is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is MapGenie free?

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

### Which has better reviews, GameFly or MapGenie?

MapGenie is rated higher. GameFly averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.9K ratings, while MapGenie averages 4.7 from 30 ratings.

### Do GameFly or MapGenie have ads?

MapGenie shows ads; GameFly does not.

### Which is updated more often, GameFly or MapGenie?

GameFly ships an update every 3 weeks, and MapGenie every 49 months. Most recently, GameFly was updated on October 20, 2026 and MapGenie on October 17, 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.*