# Pathrules 2e vs Heartforge

The clearest difference is rating: Pathrules 2e at 5.0 against Heartforge's 3.7. Pathrules 2e also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and iOS requirement (12 vs 16.4). Heartforge's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pathrules 2e sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Heartforge sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pathrules 2e holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 7 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on June 20, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pathrules 2e | Heartforge |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pathrules-2e/id6742189558/reviews)** | [3.7 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heartforge-daggerheart-app/id6749210068/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **7** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 106 MB | 199 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Vitor Abreu Martins](https://appshunter.io/developer/1794846811) | [Lauri Kieksi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1829298529) |

## What reviewers say

### Pathrules 2e

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pathrules-2e/id6742189558)

This app provides a streamlined reference for Pathfinder 2nd Edition rules, simplifying complex cross-references. It allows players and Game Masters to easily search and filter for actions, spells, feats, and more. The app aims to make navigating the game's extensive trait system more accessible.

**Highlights:** Pathfinder 2e rules reference, Simplified cross-references, Search by name, Filter options, Actions, spells, feats, skills, attributes, traits, conditions, creature abilities

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads Forever | $2.99 | one-time |


### Heartforge

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heartforge-daggerheart-app/id6749210068)

This app is a digital assistant for the Daggerheart tabletop role-playing game, offering tools for both game masters and players. It facilitates character sheet management, campaign building, encounter tracking, and provides a searchable compendium of game content. Features include offline functionality, soundscapes, and guided leveling up.

**Highlights:** Character sheet management, Campaign building tools, Combat encounter tracker, Searchable compendium, Offline functionality, Soundscape integration, Guided character leveling

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Heartforge Premium (Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Heartforge Premium Yearly | $22.99 | per year |
| Heartforge Premium Lifetime | $38.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pathrules 2e free?

Pathrules 2e is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Heartforge free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pathrules 2e or Heartforge?

Pathrules 2e is rated higher. Pathrules 2e averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Heartforge averages 3.7 from 7 ratings.

### Do Pathrules 2e or Heartforge have ads?

Pathrules 2e shows ads; Heartforge does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pathrules 2e or Heartforge?

Pathrules 2e ships an update fortnightly, and Heartforge fortnightly. Most recently, Pathrules 2e was updated on June 20, 2026 and Heartforge on September 22, 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.*