Comparison

Tem Encyclopedia vs Manic EMU

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

Head to head
About

Tem Encyclopedia

This unofficial fan app provides comprehensive information for Temtem players. It covers details on Temtem creatures, their techniques, locations, traits, and status conditions. Essential for navigating the game world and optimizing gameplay.

Highlights
  • Temtem creature details
  • Technique information
  • Location data
  • Trait descriptions
  • Status condition guide
Features
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This app is unofficial, and NOT created or endorsed by Crema. Contains lots of useful information for Temtem players. * Temtem * Technique * Location * Trait * Status Condition

About

Manic EMU

This app is a comprehensive emulator for a vast array of classic gaming consoles, allowing you to relive your favorite retro titles. It offers advanced features like save states, speed control, and visual filters, with cloud sync and controller support for a seamless experience.

Highlights
  • Supports 30+ classic gaming platforms
  • RetroAchievements integration
  • Unlimited manual and auto-save slots
  • 5x game speed boost
  • Cheat code library
  • Customizable visual filters and skins
  • iCloud and cloud storage sync
Features
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Manic EMU is an all-in-one retro emulator for iPhone and iPad. Console, handheld, arcade, computer, and mobile classics live in one library. The app does not include games, BIOS, or game data. Use only legally owned backups, homebrew, or public-domain software. Supported Platforms Nintendo - Nintendo 3DS (3DS) - Nintendo GameCube (NGC) - Nintendo Wii (Wii) - Nintendo 64 (N64) - Nintendo DS (NDS) - Game Boy Advance (GBA) - Game Boy Color (GBC) - Game Boy (GB) - Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) - Famicom Disk System (FDS) - Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) - Virtual Boy (VB) - Pokemon Mini (PM) Sony - PlayStation (PS1) - PlayStation Portable (PSP) Sega - Dreamcast (DC) - Sega Saturn (SS) - Sega Master System (MS) - Game Gear (GG) - SG-1000 (SG) - Sega Genesis 32X (32X) - Sega CD / Mega-CD (MCD) - Sega Genesis / Mega Drive (MD) NEC - PC Engine (PCE) - TurboGrafx-16 (TG-16) - TurboGrafx-CD (TG-CD) - SuperGrafx (SGX) SNK - Neo Geo Pocket (NGP) - Neo Geo Pocket Color (NGPC) Atari - Atari 2600 - Atari 5200 - Atari 7800 - Atari Jaguar - Atari Lynx Commodore - Commodore 64 (C64) - Amiga Other - Arcade - DOOM - MS-DOS - Java ME (J2ME) - Symbian - WonderSwan - Flash More systems are planned. [RetroAchievements] - Challenge players worldwide and light up trophies that are yours - Multiset: grind multiple sets on one game — earn subset trophies without patching - Hardcore Mode: tougher rules, trophies that actually count [Save States, Your Way] - Unlimited manual save states plus 50 auto slots - Save Manager: browse by time, compare, and restore in one tap [Speed, Cheats & Shortcuts] - 5x fast forward — you set the pace - Cheats on demand from an online library - Custom shortcuts for save, speed, and screenshots [Filters, Skins & Screenshots] - Retro filters from our exclusive library - Skins that feel like real hardware, third-party skins welcome, flex layouts that fit your hands - Screenshots for the highlight reel [Landscape Library] - Landscape console mode — library, covers, and shortcuts on one screen - Background music and navigation sounds — browsing feels like an arcade - Browse with a controller or keyboard — stay on the couch [Play Together] - Local multiplayer whenever you want - Eligible cores can host rooms, scan LAN, connect over relay, and spectate [iCloud Sync — Your Game Universe] - Games, saves, and settings stay in sync across your devices - Encrypted cloud backup — switch devices with zero progress lost - Start on iPad, pick up on iPhone. Play anywhere — your games never pause [Cloud Import in One Step] - Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, Baidu Cloud, Aliyun - WebDAV and SMB too — bring the whole library over in one go [Controllers Your Way] - Native Joy-Con, DualShock, and Xbox support - Bluetooth controllers and keyboards — play on Mac too - Multiple controllers at once, solo or a full party [AirPlay — Living Room Ready] - AirPlay to a TV or display - Phone to TV without a hitch — couch nights and hangouts - Big screen plus a controller — immersion maxed out Premium A free download includes core play features. Manic EMU Premium (monthly, yearly, or lifetime) unlocks higher fast-forward speeds, more save states and cheat slots, extra controller players, and other play features. Prices are shown in the app. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. The renewal charge is applied within 24 hours before the period ends. Manage or cancel in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when you subscribe. Refunds follow Apple policy. Privacy Policy: https://manicemu.site/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://manicemu.site/terms-of-use Official Site: https://manicemu.site Support: support@manicemu.site Legal Manic EMU is not affiliated with Apple or any game or console manufacturer. Platform names describe supported environments only.

Screenshots

Tem Encyclopedia4 screens
Manic EMU4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Tem Encyclopedia at free with in-app purchases against Manic EMU's subscription. Tem Encyclopedia also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 74%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Manic EMU's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (17K vs 10). On price, rating, in-app purchases 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. Tem Encyclopedia sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Manic EMU sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Tem Encyclopedia against 4.7 for Manic EMU. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Manic EMU has 17K ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of Tem Encyclopedia's written reviews are positive against 74% of Manic EMU's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tem Encyclopedia ships an update every 2 months, Manic EMU fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Tem Encyclopedia versus Manic EMU: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTem EncyclopediaManic EMU
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (10 ratings) — better4.7 (17K ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better73.7% of reviews
Number of ratings1017K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
Best chart rank—#189 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB551 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWeibin LvShenzhen Aoshuang Future Technology Co., Ltd

Customer experience

Tem Encyclopedia

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Manic EMU

All ratings15,667 ratings
Positive92.7%
Neutral2.8%
Negative4.5%
Written reviews3,170 reviews
Positive73.7%
Neutral10.5%
Negative15.8%

Bugs and requests

Tem Encyclopedia

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Manic EMU

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Certain games crash or don't work
  • Issues with importing and loading ROMs
  • Screen scaling and optimization problems

Requested features

4 requests
  • Allow sharing save states from other emulators
  • Add more 3DS settings and options
  • Improve support for 3DS features like the keyboard
  • Add ability to hide touch screen controls when using a controller

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Tem Encyclopedia

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$3.99
3 purchases

Manic EMU

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Plan3 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Annual Plan7 Days trial$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • Forever Access$9.99

Questions

Is Tem Encyclopedia free?
Tem Encyclopedia is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Manic EMU free?
Manic EMU is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Tem Encyclopedia or Manic EMU?
Tem Encyclopedia is rated higher. Tem Encyclopedia averages 4.8 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Manic EMU averages 4.7 from 17K ratings.
Do Tem Encyclopedia or Manic EMU have ads?
Tem Encyclopedia shows ads; Manic EMU does not.
Which is updated more often, Tem Encyclopedia or Manic EMU?
Tem Encyclopedia ships an update every 2 months, and Manic EMU fortnightly. Most recently, Tem Encyclopedia was updated on October 24, 2026 and Manic EMU on October 28, 2026.

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