Comparison

PlayActive vs Arc Companion Map and Tracker

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

Head to head
About

PlayActive

Features
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PlayActive is the easiest way to run and play live pub quizzes. 1. Discover & follow pubs: Find participating pubs and get notified about quiz nights. 2. Table-vs-Table mode: Join your table and compete live with real-time updates. 3. QuizMaster tools: Queue questions, start/stop rounds, lock answers, and announce winners. 4. Projector view: TV-safe layout for timers, questions, sponsors, and standings. 5. Fair scoring: Tie-breakers, penalties, and consistent leaderboards. 6. Lightweight onboarding: Quick signup for Players, Pub Owners, and QuizMasters. 7. Sponsor placements (pilot): Non-intrusive brand slots on lobby/scoreboard.

About

Arc Companion Map and Tracker

Enhance your Arc Raiders gameplay with this unofficial companion app. Discover interactive maps with community markers, access a comprehensive item database, and track quests and events. Trade items with other players and optimize your crafting.

Highlights
  • Interactive maps with community markers
  • Complete item and weapon database
  • Crafting guide and workshop upgrades
  • Quest and mission tracking
  • In-app marketplace for trading
  • Event calendar for limited-time activities
Features
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Companion for Arc Raiders is the ultimate unofficial companion app for Arc Raiders players. FEATURES: • Interactive Maps — Explore detailed maps with community markers for loot, resources, and points of interest • Item Database — Browse a complete catalog of weapons, gear, crafting materials, and items • Crafting Guide — View workshop upgrades and project requirements • Quest Tracker — Track missions, objectives, and progression • Marketplace — Trade items with other players in the community • Event Calendar — Stay updated with limited-time events and game updates PREMIUM FEATURES: • Ad-free experience • Unlock Workshop, Expedition, and Quest features • Priority support and feature requests SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION: Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your App Store account settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://www.brightfox.fun/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ DISCLAIMER: This is an unofficial fan-made companion app and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Embark Studios or Arc Raiders.

Screenshots

PlayActive4 screens
Arc Companion Map and Tracker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PlayActive at none against Arc Companion Map and Tracker's 4. On price, update cadence, ads 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. Arc Companion Map and Tracker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. PlayActive asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
PlayActive versus Arc Companion Map and Tracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlayActiveArc Companion Map and Tracker
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.8 (1.7K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—45.9% of reviews
Number of ratings—1.7K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.1 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB121 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperPlayActive ASRohith Krishnan

In-app purchases

None

PlayActive

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Arc Companion Map and Tracker

Subscriptions3
  • Arc Companion Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Arc Companion Quaterly$3.993 Months
  • Arc Companion Yearly$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium$9.99

Questions

Is PlayActive free?
PlayActive is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Arc Companion Map and Tracker free?
Arc Companion Map and Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PlayActive or Arc Companion Map and Tracker have ads?
Neither PlayActive nor Arc Companion Map and Tracker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PlayActive or Arc Companion Map and Tracker?
PlayActive ships an update every 2 weeks, and Arc Companion Map and Tracker every 2 weeks. Most recently, PlayActive was updated on October 28, 2026 and Arc Companion Map and Tracker on October 31, 2026.

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