Comparison

FFXI PDA XA vs MasterDex

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

Head to head
About

FFXI PDA XA

This app helps Final Fantasy XI players by providing customizable timers for job abilities, recast times, and in-game events. It also includes a Vana'diel clock and timetables for crafting and transportation.

Highlights
  • Customizable job ability timers
  • Recast and duration tracking
  • Vana'diel clock with moon phases
  • Crafting and transportation timetables
  • Optional alert sounds
  • Japan time timetable
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Create groups of customized job ability timers to aid gameplay in Final Fantasy XI Online. A Vana'diel clock and common timetables for transportation and crafting are also included. How FFXI PDA works: Tap a timer after using an ability in-game and FFXI PDA will provide you at-a-glance status to aid you in battle. FFXI PDA tracks and displays readiness, duration and recharge times for any combination of main and subjob abilities. Features: - Beautiful analogue clock shows current Vana'diel time, day and moon phase. - Recast timers provide an at-a-glance status check of your most important job abilities. - Dancer "Steps" timer, tracks daze level and remaining duration. - You can modify existing timers or create your own. - Optional alert sounds and message when a timer recharges. - Timetables for airships, ferries and crafting guild shops. - Times for upcoming full, new, and waxing crescent moon phases. - Timetables for days of Vana'diel week, RSE quest. - City information for the lost chocobo delivery quest. - Crafting Helper with crystal, day and moon information. - New! Japan time timetable to track quests which reset at midnight in Japan - New! Added job timers through level 99 & May 2012 update. - Option to disable device dimming while in dock. --- Not affiliated with Square Enix or the Final Fantasy XI MMO. Final Fantasy is a trademark of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.

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!"

Screenshots

FFXI PDA XA4 screens
MasterDex4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FFXI PDA XA at none against MasterDex's 2. FFXI PDA XA also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 16.6). MasterDex's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 70 months) and ratings volume (1.7K vs 16). On price, rating, review sentiment 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. FFXI PDA XA asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for FFXI PDA XA against 4.8 for MasterDex. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MasterDex has 1.7K ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 91% of FFXI PDA XA's written reviews are positive against 87% of MasterDex's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FFXI PDA XA ships an update every 70 months, MasterDex every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
FFXI PDA XA versus MasterDex: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFFXI PDA XAMasterDex
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (16 ratings) — better4.8 (1.7K ratings)
Positive reviews90.9% of reviews — better86.8% of reviews
Number of ratings161.7K — better
Update frequencyEvery 70 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB196 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperDuodyne Studios, LLCLorenzo Greco

Customer experience

FFXI PDA XA

All ratings16 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive90.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.1%

MasterDex

All ratings1,713 ratings
Positive94.9%
Neutral1.9%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews379 reviews
Positive86.8%
Neutral4.2%
Negative9.0%

Bugs and requests

FFXI PDA XA

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or 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-app purchases

None

FFXI PDA XA

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

MasterDex

One-time2
  • Masteredex - Sale$1.99
  • Masterdex PRO$2.99

Questions

Is FFXI PDA XA free?
FFXI PDA XA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MasterDex free?
MasterDex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FFXI PDA XA or MasterDex?
FFXI PDA XA is rated higher. FFXI PDA XA averages 4.9 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while MasterDex averages 4.8 from 1.7K ratings.
Do FFXI PDA XA or MasterDex have ads?
MasterDex shows ads; FFXI PDA XA does not.
Which is updated more often, FFXI PDA XA or MasterDex?
FFXI PDA XA ships an update every 70 months, and MasterDex every 3 weeks. Most recently, FFXI PDA XA was updated on September 29, 2026 and MasterDex on October 16, 2026.

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