# Pal Guide vs Raiders Map

The clearest difference is rating: Pal Guide at 4.4 against Raiders Map's 3.5. Pal Guide also leads on review sentiment (44% vs 29%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Raiders Map's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pal Guide sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Raiders Map sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pal Guide holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 175 and 227 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of Pal Guide's written reviews are positive against 29% of Raiders Map's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 6, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pal Guide | Raiders Map |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (175 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pal-guide-map-tips-and-more/id6476694349/reviews)** | [3.5 (227 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/raiders-map/id6755290585/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 175 | **227** |
| Positive reviews | **44.1% of reviews** | 29.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days | Every 2 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 32 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Malau Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1582423354) | [Colby Maloy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1438078477) |

## What reviewers say

### Pal Guide

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pal-guide-map-tips-and-more/id6476694349)

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.

**Highlights:** Pal Encyclopedia, Interactive World Map, Item Guide, Tips and Strategies, Breeding Calculator, Constant Updates

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Useful companion app
- 🗺️ Helpful map layout
- 💡 Great breeding tips
- ✅ All pals listed
- ✨ Considers non-paying users

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Subscription required for use
- 🚫 App doesn't load
- ⚪ Blank screens
- 📉 Outdated information
- 💰 Expensive premium

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- Update with new game content
- Show pal spawn locations
- Add ability to check off pals
- View pal habitats
- More zoom on map


### Raiders Map

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/raiders-map/id6755290585)

Access an interactive map, loot locations, material breakdowns, and enemy drop lists. Includes quest guides and event timers with notifications. Pro membership unlocks all content.

**Highlights:** Interactive Maps, Sort and Filter, Event Timers and Notifications, Quest Guides, Material Breakdown List, Enemy Drop List

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Raider Mk. 1 | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Raider Weekly | $1.39 | per 7 days |
| Raider Mk. 1 | $3.49 | per 7 days |
| Raider Mk. 2 | $4.19 | per year |
| Raider Mk. 2 | $12.49 | per year |
| Raider Mk. 3 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Raider Mk. 3 | $20.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pal Guide free?

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

### Is Raiders Map free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pal Guide or Raiders Map?

Pal Guide is rated higher. Pal Guide averages 4.4 out of 5 from 175 ratings, while Raiders Map averages 3.5 from 227 ratings.

### Do Pal Guide or Raiders Map have ads?

Pal Guide shows ads; Raiders Map does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pal Guide or Raiders Map?

Pal Guide ships an update every 2 days, and Raiders Map every 2 days. Most recently, Pal Guide was updated on September 6, 2026 and Raiders Map on September 26, 2026.

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