MapGenie vs Pal Guide
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Over 500 locations
- 80+ categories
- Quicksearch functionality
- Website progress sync
- Progress tracker
- Note-taking on map
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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!
Pal Guide
Enhance your Palworld adventures with a comprehensive guide. Access a Pal encyclopedia, interactive world map, item details, and strategic tips. Plan breeding with a dedicated calculator and stay updated with the latest game information.
- Pal Encyclopedia
- Interactive World Map
- Item Guide
- Tips and Strategies
- Breeding Calculator
- Constant Updates
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Discover the essential companion for all adventurers in Palworld! Our "Ultimate Guide for Palworld" app is designed to enhance your gaming experience with a host of crucial and interactive features. - Pal Encyclopedia: Dive into our comprehensive database, brimming with detailed information on every Pal. Find stats, special abilities, and tips for capturing and raising your favorite creatures. - Interactive World Map: Explore a dynamic map of Palworld, dotted with points of interest, rare areas, and valuable resources. Easily locate specific biomes, Pal spawn zones, and quest locations. - Item Guide: Master your inventory with our exhaustive list of items, including their properties, uses, and tips for acquisition. Whether for survival, building, or combat, always be prepared. - Tips and Strategies: Benefit from detailed articles offering gameplay strategies, quest guides, and tips to maximize your success in the world of Palworld. - Breeding Calculator: Plan your Pals' breeding with our intelligent tool. Discover the best combinations to achieve desired traits and create the most powerful Pal team. - Constant Updates: Stay always up-to-date with the latest information, game updates, and new features in Palworld. The "Ultimate Guide for Palworld" is your essential ally for navigating the captivating world of Palworld. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, our app provides you with all the tools necessary to become a master of Palworld. Download now and start your adventure with confidence! Disclaimer: Unofficial Fan Application Please note that this application is an independent fan-made project and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or in any way officially connected to Pocket Pair, Inc. The application is created and maintained by fans for fans, aiming to provide a unique and engaging experience separate from the official offerings of Pocket Pair, Inc. This app does not use any copyrighted materials or intellectual property owned by Pocket Pair, Inc. Enjoy the fan-made content and features, designed with passion and dedication! Terms of use : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Pal Guide at every 2 days against MapGenie's every 48 months. Pal Guide also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). MapGenie's advantage is review sentiment (53% vs 44%). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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
Both are free to download. MapGenie sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Pal Guide sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
MapGenie holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 144 and 175 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 53% of MapGenie's written reviews are positive against 44% of Pal Guide's.
MapGenie ships an update every 48 months, Pal Guide every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MapGenie | Pal Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (144 ratings) — better | 4.4 (175 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 52.9% of reviews — better | 44.1% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 144 | 175 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 48 months | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 54 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Magic Lamp Technologies Limited | Malau Apps |
Customer experience
MapGenie
Pal Guide
Bugs and requests
MapGenie
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Pal Guide
Reported bugs
8 issues- App requires subscription for any use
- App is completely blank/white screen
- Nothing loads
- Search bar doesn't work
- Paid subscription but still not working
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- Infinite loading loop
- Map is buggy if app left open
- Ads for features don't work
Requested features
6 requests- Update with new game content
- Show pal spawn locations
- Add ability to check off pals
- View pal habitats
- More zoom on map
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- Add info on level requirements for areas
In-app purchases
MapGenie
- Grounded Map PRO Upgrade$6.99
Pal Guide
- Monthly Premium$4.991 Month
- Yearly Premium$49.991 Year
