Comparison

PackDex vs Pack Battle

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

Head to head
About

PackDex

Explore Pokémon TCG history, cards, and sets. Track your collection, discover Pokémon evolution, and virtually open packs from different eras. An unofficial fan-made collector's companion.

Highlights
  • Explore Pokémon, sets, and eras
  • Browse Pokémon encyclopedia
  • Track collection progress
  • Organize with digital binders
  • Virtual pack openings
  • Compare TCG mechanics
Features
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PackDex is an unofficial collector companion for exploring Pokémon TCG history, cards, sets, and eras. Discover how the TCG evolved, learn about every Pokémon, trace their card appearances through time, and build your own digital collection. EXPLORE THE TCG • Search Pokémon, sets, eras, and cards • Browse an encyclopedia of Pokémon from every generation • View each Pokémon’s type, generation, abilities, Pokédex information, and quick facts • Discover supported cards featuring each Pokémon across different sets • Explore sets through release details, summaries, card lists, and fun facts • Compare prominent mechanics and changes between TCG eras • Browse supported sets chronologically and revisit earlier eras BUILD YOUR COLLECTION • Track unique cards and set-completion progress • Follow collection progress across entire eras • Organize cards with digital binders and a wishlist • Review collection statistics and achievements • Explore as a guest or create an account to preserve supported collection data across devices EXPERIENCE PAST ERAS Virtual pack openings provide another way to explore the catalog. Choose a supported set, reveal cards one at a time, and experience packs from different eras. All pack openings are digital simulations. Virtual cards have no cash value and cannot be redeemed for physical cards, money, or prizes. PackDex is an unofficial, fan-made project and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Nintendo, Creatures, GAME FREAK, The Pokémon Company, or any official Pokémon TCG partner. Pokémon names, imagery, card data, and related trademarks belong to their respective owners.

About

Pack Battle

Features
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Pack Battle turns a Pokémon Trading Card Game pack opening into a head-to-head competition. Add 2–4 players, choose the rounds and set, and give every player a turn to record the reveal and add their pull. Optional fireworks and confetti celebrate big moments, card values can appear with the reveal, and the final score screen crowns the winner. Built for group openings: • Give each player a separate recording and card turn in every round. • Choose one set for every round or mix sets across rounds. • Import a clip, record in the app, or skip recording. • Trim each clip and place a celebration at the exact reveal moment. • Finish with a shareable winner screen showing totals. Pack Battle is local-first. Battle data and recordings stay on your device by default, and sharing happens only when you choose to export a video through the system share sheet. No account is required. Pack Battle is an unofficial fan-made game for Pokémon Trading Card Game openings. It is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by The Pokémon Company, Nintendo, Game Freak, or Creatures. Pokémon and related marks belong to their respective owners.

Screenshots

PackDex4 screens
Pack Battle4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PackDex at none against Pack Battle's 1. PackDex also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, 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. Pack Battle sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PackDex asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
PackDex versus Pack Battle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPackDexPack Battle
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Daily
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB20 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperJONATHAN MING GAOMICHAEL JAMES COMER

In-app purchases

None

PackDex

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Pack Battle

One-time1
  • Pack Battle Pro$4.99

Questions

Is PackDex free?
PackDex is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pack Battle free?
Pack Battle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PackDex or Pack Battle have ads?
Neither PackDex nor Pack Battle shows ads.

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