Comparison

iRedstone vs Guide for Minecraft Ultimate

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

Head to head
About

iRedstone

Explore the world of redstone in Minecraft with over 300 detailed, step-by-step instructions and 1300+ screenshots. Learn to build impressive machines and understand basic electrical engineering concepts like logic gates and binary calculators. All content is available offline.

Highlights
  • Step-by-step redstone instructions
  • Over 1300 screenshots
  • 300+ buildable designs
  • Offline access
  • Learn electrical engineering basics
  • Logic gates and binary calculators
Features
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Are you ready to discover a whole new experience-level of playing Minecarft? »iRedstone« contains many step-by-step instructions offering more than 1300 screenshots. You will get fascinating insights into the amazing world of redstone - a must-have for every Minecraft-pro! Impress your friends by building stunning redstone-machines. More than 300 detailed instructions are waiting for you to be rebuild. iRedstone will change the way you play Minecraft forever! All instructions are available offline - get inspiration in the schoolbus on the way home. Still not enough? iRedstone also helps you to understand basics of electrical engineering in a playful manner: you can learn about electrical logic gates or binary calculators. Become a part of the iRedstone-community. Please note: iRedstone is affiliated with Minecraft or Mojang.

About

Guide for Minecraft Ultimate

This comprehensive handbook provides detailed information and data for the latest Minecraft updates. Master new combat mechanics, explore updated threats, and optimize your crafting and enchanting with in-depth guides and tools.

Highlights
  • Up-to-date wiki for version 1.21.11
  • Detailed weapon guide with charge mechanics
  • Mob intelligence with stats and drop rates
  • Advanced enchantment calculator
  • Complete crafting and recipes database
  • Villager trading and potion brewing guides
  • Redstone handbook and essential tools
Features
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Master the Mounts of Mayhem update with the most authentic-looking companion app for Minecraft! Updated fully for version 1.21.11, this app closely translates the look and feel of the game you love into a comprehensive handbook. Whether you are mastering the new Spear combat or exploring the deep oceans for the Nautilus, this is your ultimate portable reference. What makes this the Ultimate Guide? We don't just list items; we provide the data you need to survive. This version features a brand new Weapon Guide and updated mob stats for the latest desert and ocean threats. Key Features: UP-TO-DATE WIKI (v1.21.11): Full details on the Spear weapon, Nautilus mounts, Camel Husks, and the Parched skeleton variant. WEAPON MASTERY: Learn the new charge mechanics and enchantments for the Spear and Golden Spear. MOB INTELLIGENCE: Detailed stats, health, and drop rates for new threats like the Zombie Nautilus and naturally spawning Zombie Horses. ADVANCED ENCHANTMENT GUIDE: A complete calculator for every item, now including Spear-exclusive enchantments! CRAFTING & RECIPES: A complete database including the new Nautilus Armor and Firefly Bushes. VILLAGER TRADING: Master the economy with updated trade tables. POTION BREWING: Visual guide for all potions, including extended recipes. REDSTONE HANDBOOK: Detailed guides for circuits, perfect for learning complex mechanisms. ESSENTIAL TOOLS: Portal Calculator: Link your Nether portals perfectly every time. Circle Generator: Build perfect spheres and circles with ease. Command Guide: Breakdown of commands to control your world. Enjoy the most polished, "Minecraft-native" interface on the App Store. Keep your inventory full and your knowledge sharper—download today!

Screenshots

iRedstone4 screens
Guide for Minecraft Ultimate4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Guide for Minecraft Ultimate at Free against iRedstone's $1.99. Guide for Minecraft Ultimate also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks). iRedstone's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 3.8) and in-app purchases (none vs 2).

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

Guide for Minecraft Ultimate is free to download; iRedstone costs $1.99 up front. Guide for Minecraft Ultimate sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. iRedstone asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iRedstone holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iRedstone has 450 ratings behind it against 62, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 90% of iRedstone's written reviews are positive against 73% of Guide for Minecraft Ultimate's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iRedstone ships an update every 6 weeks, Guide for Minecraft Ultimate weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard10 real differences · 0 level
iRedstone versus Guide for Minecraft Ultimate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriRedstoneGuide for Minecraft Ultimate
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.7 (450 ratings) — better3.8 (62 ratings)
Positive reviews89.8% of reviews — better72.9% of reviews
Number of ratings450 — better62
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size129 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerriedel.wtf apps S.L.Geert van Drunen

Customer experience

iRedstone

All ratings450 ratings
Positive91.1%
Neutral4.0%
Negative4.9%
Written reviews343 reviews
Positive89.8%
Neutral4.4%
Negative5.8%

Guide for Minecraft Ultimate

All ratings62 ratings
Positive71.0%
Neutral1.6%
Negative27.4%
Written reviews48 reviews
Positive72.9%
Neutral6.3%
Negative20.8%

User reviews

iRedstone

From 450 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Good app
  • 🚀 Helpful for redstone
  • 🚀 Teaches redstone basics
  • 🚀 Lots of useful contraptions
  • 🚀 Great for beginners and experts

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Outdated for newer Minecraft versions
  • 🐛 Some builds don't work
  • 🐛 Unclear if builds are for Java or Bedrock
  • 🐛 Crashes and bugs
  • 🐛 Lack of written instructions

Guide for Minecraft Ultimate

From 62 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Informative and helpful guide
  • ✨ Simplifies complex Minecraft tasks
  • 💡 Useful features like portal calculator
  • ✅ Easy to understand interface
  • 🌟 Great for new Minecraft players

Room to improve

  • 💸 Too many ads
  • intrusive ads
  • 🐌 Slow loading times (mentioned by many)
  • ⚠️ Outdated content/missing recipes
  • 🚫 App crashes or won't load

Bugs and requests

iRedstone

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Piston elevator not working
  • 3x3 door and code door not functioning
  • Command block features not working

Requested features

6 requests
  • More updates and new content
  • Ability to choose Minecraft version
  • More advanced redstone builds
  • Portals and defense systems
  • Hopper timer instructions
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  • User-submitted content

Guide for Minecraft Ultimate

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Missing a bunch of items
  • No furnace recipes
  • Ads cover the entire app and cannot be closed
  • Portal calculator does not allow negative input
  • App is white screen on opening
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  • App crashes often
  • App freezes during an ad
  • Wither HP incorrect for Bedrock hard mode
  • Cannot see crafting materials or pictures
  • Structures section uses fan-made images

Requested features

12 requests
  • Add furnace recipes
  • Update to latest game versions
  • Add a search feature
  • Include a seed map
  • Add 1.20 features
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  • Add more redstone creations/videos
  • Add bedrock commands
  • Add titles on menus for navigation
  • Toggle for Java vs. Bedrock
  • Add more redstone machine build instructions
  • Add mob XP farm instructions
  • Search by item name (e.g., potions using fermented spider eye)

In-app purchases

None

iRedstone

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Guide for Minecraft Ultimate

One-time2
  • Removal of ads$4.99
  • Removal ads + a cup of coffee$7.99

Questions

Is iRedstone free?
iRedstone costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Guide for Minecraft Ultimate free?
Guide for Minecraft Ultimate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iRedstone or Guide for Minecraft Ultimate?
iRedstone is rated higher. iRedstone averages 4.7 out of 5 from 450 ratings, while Guide for Minecraft Ultimate averages 3.8 from 62 ratings.
Do iRedstone or Guide for Minecraft Ultimate have ads?
Guide for Minecraft Ultimate shows ads; iRedstone does not.
Which is updated more often, iRedstone or Guide for Minecraft Ultimate?
iRedstone ships an update every 6 weeks, and Guide for Minecraft Ultimate weekly. Most recently, iRedstone was updated on September 25, 2026 and Guide for Minecraft Ultimate on September 21, 2026.

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