Runes vs MasterDex
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Runes
Translate names, words, or phrases into Elvish, Dwarvish, or Middle-earth languages. Save your translations as images, assign them to contacts, or share them across social media and messaging apps.
- Translate Elvish, Dwarvish, Middle-earth languages
- Translate names, words, and phrases
- Save translations as images
- Assign translations to contacts
- Share translations on social media
- Instant messaging sharing
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The best translator tool Elvish, dwarf and medium language. You can translate your name, any word or phrase elven, dwarf or medium. You can save the image gallery on your phone, full screen view, assign it to a contact, sharing of social networking, instant messaging, printed or sent by email easily. The next version will allow changing the size and color of the letters and the background color of the generated image.
MasterDex
This app serves as a comprehensive guide for fans and trainers, offering detailed information on creatures, team building, and the trading card game. It features offline access, advanced search, and tracking for favorite creatures and shinies, updated for the latest generation.
- Updated creature information
- Team builder tool
- Trading Card Game details
- Offline functionality
- Shiny creature tracker
- Advanced search filters
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Embark on an epic journey with MasterDex, the ultimate companion for all the fans and trainers. Key Features: ▶ Updated to Scarlet and Violet: Stay up-to-date with the latest generation of creatures, including their unique forms, evolutions, and abilities. ▶ Team Builder: Strategize and assemble your dream team using MasterDex's intuitive team-building feature. Plan your battles and unleash the power of synergy. ▶ TCG Info Included: Dive into the Trading Card Game world with comprehensive TCG information, including card details, prices, and rarity. ▶ No Login Required: Get instant access to a wealth of creature knowledge without the hassle of creating an account or remembering credentials. ▶ Works Offline: MasterDex is designed to be your reliable companion, even when you're offline. Access crucial information on the go, no matter where your adventures take you. ▶ Special Evolutions and Alternative Forms: Uncover the secrets of special evolutions and explore the diverse range of alternative forms within this captivating universe. ▶ Create a List of Your Favorite Creatures: Keep track of your most cherished companions. ▶ Keep Track of Your Shinies: Stay organized and track your shiny creatures with ease. MasterDex helps you monitor and celebrate your rare and unique discoveries. ▶ Detailed Information: Access to comprehensive details on creatures, moves, abilities, natures, items locations, and types. ▶ Advanced Search Filters: Find the creatures you're looking for effortlessly using advanced search filters. Narrow down your search based on various criteria. Embark on an extraordinary journey with MasterDex, your go-to companion. Please note that MasterDex is an unofficial, fan-made, and free-to-use app. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by the creators of the captivating world. Start your adventure today and become a true master!"
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: MasterDex at 87% against Runes's 15%. MasterDex also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.3) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 11 months). Runes's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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
Both are free to download. MasterDex sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Runes asks for nothing beyond the download.
MasterDex holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MasterDex has 1.8K ratings behind it against 35, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 15% of Runes's written reviews are positive against 87% of MasterDex's.
Runes ships an update every 11 months, MasterDex every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Runes | MasterDex |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.3 (35 ratings) | 4.8 (1.8K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 14.9% of reviews | 86.6% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 35 | 1.8K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 196 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | David Sanchez Arroyo | Lorenzo Greco |
Customer experience
Runes
MasterDex
Bugs and requests
Runes
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
MasterDex
Reported bugs
5 issues- Shiny toggle not working in team builder
- Pokémon 3D models and artwork not displaying
- Johto region locations missing
- Crashes when adding Pokémon to teams
- Incorrect information for some Pokémon (e.g., Necrozma's ability, Pikachu's classification)
Requested features
9 requests- Add Pokémon location filters
- Implement ability to mark Pokémon as caught/seen
- Add damage calculator
- Allow reorganizing of teams
- Include Pokémon cries and Dynamax/Gigantamax forms
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- Add Pokémon trainer and villain information
- Provide option to change default sprite view
- Implement Tera Type information
- Add item location and TM/HM information
In-app purchases
Runes
No in-app purchases
MasterDex
- Masteredex - Sale$1.99
- Masterdex PRO$2.99
