# MapGenie vs LootAtlas

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.

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

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.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | MapGenie | LootAtlas |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (148 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapgenie-grounded-map/id6443450418/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lootatlas/id6446490363/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **148** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 52.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 48 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 54 MB | 97 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Magic Lamp Technologies Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/499996104) | [28Apps Software GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1521252508) |

## What reviewers say

### MapGenie

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapgenie-grounded-map/id6443450418)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

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


### LootAtlas

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lootatlas/id6446490363)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked 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.

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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.*