Comparison

MapGenie vs LootAtlas

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

Head to head
About

MapGenie

An unofficial interactive map for the game Grounded. Discover over 500 locations for collectibles, resources, and more. Track your progress and sync with a website for 100% game completion.

Highlights
  • Over 500 locations
  • 80+ categories
  • Quicksearch functionality
  • Website progress sync
  • Progress tracker
  • Note-taking on map
Features
Read full description

An unofficial fan-made map for Grounded. Use this interactive companion to find all collectibles and get 100% completion! FEATURES: • Over 500 locations - Find all Collectibles, Labs, Tunnels, Field Stations, Resources & Insects • 80+ categories - including BURG.L Chips, Milk Molars, Keys, Raw Science Locations, SCA.B Schemes, Logs & more! • Quicksearch - just type the name of a location to instantly find what you're looking for. • Sync progress with the website: https://mapgenie.io • Progress Tracker - mark locations as found and track the progress of your collectables. • Take Notes - mark places of interest by adding your own notes to the map. If you find a bug, or have any suggestions for the app, please use the 'Send Feedback' option below to let us know! Disclaimer: MapGenie is in no way affiliated with the game developers!

About

LootAtlas

Discover hidden treasures, rare items, and secret locations in your favorite games. This companion app offers interactive maps, personalized markers, and community-driven tips to enhance your gaming adventures. Explore every corner of the game world with detailed unofficial maps for popular titles.

Highlights
  • Interactive maps with zoom functionality
  • Personalized markers for important spots
  • Community-driven tips and discoveries
  • Unofficial maps for popular games
  • Intuitive user interface
Features
Read full description

Explore the worlds of your favorite games with Loot Atlas! Discover hidden treasures, rare items, secret locations, and much more. Perfect for players who want to leave no stone unturned and make the most of their adventures. Now featuring detailed unofficial maps for Black Myth: Wukong and Elden Ring! Features of Loot Atlas: - Interactive Maps: Zoom into detailed maps, explore various regions, and uncover everything the game world has to offer. - Personalized Markers: Mark interesting spots, rare finds, and important NPCs to optimize your discovery. - Community-Driven: Share your discoveries with other players and benefit from an ever-growing database of tips and tricks. - Unofficial Maps for Popular Games: Includes comprehensive maps for Black Myth: Wukong, Elden Ring, and many more! - User-Friendly: Intuitive controls and easy navigation for a seamless gaming experience. Whether you’re on the hunt for rare treasures, searching for the best farming spots, or just want to fully explore the game world, LootAtlas is your trusty companion.

Screenshots

MapGenie4 screens
LootAtlas4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: LootAtlas at 100% against MapGenie's 53%. LootAtlas also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). MapGenie's advantage is ratings volume (148 vs 3). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. MapGenie sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. LootAtlas asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

LootAtlas holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MapGenie has 148 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 53% of MapGenie's written reviews are positive against 100% of LootAtlas's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MapGenie ships an update every 48 months, LootAtlas every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
MapGenie versus LootAtlas: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMapGenieLootAtlas
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (148 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews52.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings148 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 48 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB97 MB
Age rating12+9+
DeveloperMagic Lamp Technologies Limited28Apps Software GmbH

Customer experience

MapGenie

All ratings144 ratings
Positive89.6%
Neutral3.5%
Negative6.9%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive52.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative47.1%

LootAtlas

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

MapGenie

One-time1
  • Grounded Map PRO Upgrade$6.99
None

LootAtlas

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MapGenie free?
MapGenie is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LootAtlas free?
LootAtlas is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MapGenie or LootAtlas?
LootAtlas is rated higher. MapGenie averages 4.6 out of 5 from 148 ratings, while LootAtlas averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do MapGenie or LootAtlas have ads?
MapGenie shows ads; LootAtlas does not.
Which is updated more often, MapGenie or LootAtlas?
MapGenie ships an update every 48 months, and LootAtlas every 6 weeks. Most recently, MapGenie was updated on November 3, 2026 and LootAtlas on November 3, 2026.

Other comparisons