# MapGenie vs Skill Tree for Borderlands 4

MapGenie and Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 86% of Skill Tree for Borderlands 4's written reviews are positive against 47% of MapGenie's. Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 17 months) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). MapGenie's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MapGenie sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for MapGenie against 4.7 for Skill Tree for Borderlands 4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 162 and 105 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 47% of MapGenie's written reviews are positive against 86% of Skill Tree for Borderlands 4's.

MapGenie ships an update every 17 months, Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MapGenie | Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (162 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapgenie-bg3-map/id6466304443/reviews)** | [4.7 (105 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skill-tree-for-borderlands-4/id6751057067/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **162** | 105 |
| Positive reviews | 46.7% of reviews | **85.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 17 months | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 55 MB | 95 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Magic Lamp Technologies Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/499996104) | [Gnejs Development AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/565996434) |

## What reviewers say

### MapGenie

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mapgenie-bg3-map/id6466304443)

This fan-made map app helps players navigate a popular fantasy RPG. Discover over 3,000 locations, including gear, quests, and secrets, with a progress tracker and note-taking features. It covers all game acts and offers quick search functionality.

**Highlights:** Over 3,000 locations, 40+ categories, Quicksearch functionality, Progress tracker, Note-taking, All Acts covered

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BG3 Map PRO Upgrade | $9.99 | one-time |


### Skill Tree for Borderlands 4

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skill-tree-for-borderlands-4/id6751057067)

Plan and save custom character builds for the latest installment of a popular action RPG. Explore detailed skill descriptions, create unique combinations of abilities, and share your strategies with others. Perfect for dedicated players who want to optimize their gameplay.

**Highlights:** View and explore all Vault Hunter skill trees, Detailed skill descriptions and stat bonuses, Create and save custom character builds, Share builds with other players, Add notes and custom class mod ranks, Remote updates for skill information

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ad-Free | $3.99 | one-time |
| Eternal Supporter | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MapGenie free?

MapGenie is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 free?

Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MapGenie or Skill Tree for Borderlands 4?

MapGenie is rated higher. MapGenie averages 4.8 out of 5 from 162 ratings, while Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 averages 4.7 from 105 ratings.

### Do MapGenie or Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 have ads?

Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 shows ads; MapGenie does not.

### Which is updated more often, MapGenie or Skill Tree for Borderlands 4?

MapGenie ships an update every 17 months, and Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 every 11 days. Most recently, MapGenie was updated on October 27, 2026 and Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 on October 21, 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.*