Comparison

Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 vs Arc Helper

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

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About

Skill Tree for Borderlands 4

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
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This Unofficial App is a Skill Tree Calculator/Planner for Borderlands 4. Borderlands 4 is here and we are back with another Skill Tree App, from the creators of the highly rated Borderlands 3 Skill Tree App. Features - View Skill Trees for the Vault Hunters of Borderlands 4: Vex, Rafa, Amon, Harlowe, C4SH & Loveless. - See detailed descriptions of skills and their respective stat bonuses - Create your own build by choosing passive, action skills, augments and capstones. - Save and Load your favourite builds for future reference. - Share your builds easily with others. - Highlight skills matching your custom search terms, super easy to find the right skills for your build. - Add free text notes to your builds. - Summary view of allocated skills. - Add extra class mod ranks to your build. - Updates skill information remotely at App start, if available. If you notice anything out of sync with the game, feel free to use the feedback email function from the menu to report it, or have general feedback, thanks! :) This App is perfect for players who want to plan out their builds while they don't have access to the game. In a boring meeting, using the restroom or relaxing in the park; bring up this App and plan the greatest build possible! A must have for any dedicated Borderlands 4 player. This App is a fan-made creation, we have also created the Skill Tree Tool for Borderlands 3 App. Borderlands 4 is Rated M for Mature, this App is only meant to be used by players of the game. The App may be rated lower since it is purely made out of icons and text, it has no gameplay screenshots or other game elements that may be violent in nature. This is an Unofficial Community Driven Borderlands 4 App and has NO affiliation with 2K&trade or Gearbox™ Legal Notice Gearbox and Borderlands, and the Gearbox Software and Borderlands logos, are registered trademarks, all used courtesy of Gearbox Software, LLC. 2K and the 2K logo are trademarks of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. All rights reserved.

About

Arc Helper

This unofficial companion app provides comprehensive game knowledge for an extraction shooter. It features detailed databases for weapons, enemies, items, maps, skills, and more, aiding players in planning loadouts and optimizing strategies. Offline access ensures information is available anytime.

Highlights
  • Weapons database with stats and tier rankings
  • Enemy bestiary with combat strategies
  • Items and resources database
  • Maps and locations with loot ratings
  • Skills system with progression paths
  • Trader and economy information
  • Offline access
Features
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Arc Helper is the ultimate unofficial companion app for Arc, the intense third-person extraction shooter. Whether you're planning your loadout, studying enemy tactics, or optimizing your extraction routes, Arc Helper puts comprehensive game knowledge at your fingertips. WEAPONS DATABASE • Complete database of 30+ weapons across 7 categories • Detailed stats including damage, fire rate, magazine size, and reload times • Tier rankings (S, A, B, C) for every weapon • Ammunition compatibility and crafting requirements • High-quality weapon images and descriptions ENEMY BESTIARY • Complete guide to 15 ARC enemy types • Combat strategies and weakness information • Difficulty ratings and behavior patterns • Loot drop information for each enemy type • Boss encounter strategies ITEMS & RESOURCES • Comprehensive materials and components database • Value-per-weight calculations for extraction optimization • Crafting requirements and usage information • Sell values and trading information • Quick reference for all consumables MAPS & LOCATIONS • Detailed information for 4 raid locations • Loot quality ratings for each area • Difficulty levels and environmental hazards • Night raid tips and weather conditions • Strategic points of interest SKILLS SYSTEM • Complete skill tree with all 45 skills • Three categories: Conditioning, Mobility, Survival • Skill requirements and progression paths • Stat effects and gameplay impacts • Skill tree visualization SPERANZA HUB • Complete guide to your home base • Workshop crafting stations (7 stations with upgrade paths) • Trader information and specialty items • Stash management and upgrade costs • Scrappy companion system EQUIPMENT REFERENCE • Augments (Mk. 0 through Mk. 3) • Shield types and statistics • Healing items and quick-use consumables • Equipment load management • Backpack slot optimization TRADERS & ECONOMY • All 5 traders and their inventories • Price guides and purchasing strategies • Blueprint locations and requirements • Quest rewards and progression ADDITIONAL FEATURES • Ammunition compatibility table • Grenades, throwables, and traps guide • Offline access - no internet required • Fast search across all content • Clean, game-inspired interface • Regular updates with new game content Perfect for both new players learning the ropes and veterans optimizing their strategies. All information is organized for quick reference during raids or between matches. DISCLAIMER Arc Helper is an unofficial companion app created by fans for the Arc R community. Arc Raiders is a trademark of Embark Studios. This app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Embark Studios.

Screenshots

Skill Tree for Borderlands 44 screens
Arc Helper4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 at Free against Arc Helper's $1.99. Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.7) and review sentiment (86% vs 50%). Arc Helper's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On device support and iOS requirement 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

Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 is free to download; Arc Helper costs $1.99 up front. Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Arc Helper asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 has 105 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of Skill Tree for Borderlands 4's written reviews are positive against 50% of Arc Helper's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 ships an update every 11 days, Arc Helper every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 versus Arc Helper: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSkill Tree for Borderlands 4Arc Helper
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating4.7 (105 ratings) — better2.7 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews85.7% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings105 — better7
Update frequencyEvery 11 daysEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size95 MB176 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperGnejs Development ABMailogic AB

Customer experience

Skill Tree for Borderlands 4

All ratings103 ratings
Positive92.2%
Neutral3.9%
Negative3.9%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive85.7%
Neutral14.3%
Negative0.0%

Arc Helper

All ratings7 ratings
Positive42.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative57.1%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Skill Tree for Borderlands 4

One-time2
  • Ad-Free$3.99
  • Eternal Supporter$24.99
None

Arc Helper

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 free?
Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Arc Helper free?
Arc Helper costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 or Arc Helper?
Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 is rated higher. Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 averages 4.7 out of 5 from 105 ratings, while Arc Helper averages 2.7 from 7 ratings.
Do Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 or Arc Helper have ads?
Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 shows ads; Arc Helper does not.
Which is updated more often, Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 or Arc Helper?
Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 ships an update every 11 days, and Arc Helper every 4 days. Most recently, Skill Tree for Borderlands 4 was updated on October 21, 2026 and Arc Helper on October 24, 2026.

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