Pokémon Go players have been in dire need of tracking tips since PokéVision was shut down towards the end of July. So far we’ve reviewed all kinds of alternatives like Compass For Pokémon, the Pokémon Tracker Twitter and FastPokéMap. From what we’ve seen, PokéMesh is the most complete option..
Before we begin, we’d first like to give credit to Pokemon GO Hub for informing us about this awesome map. Nothing may ever compare to the fervor of PokéVision, but this comes pretty close. Right now it’s only available for Android as an APK release [here] and a web version beta [here]. Once open, the results are similar, if not a little better, than PokéVision.
Not only does the small app direct players toward Pokémon in their area, but PokéMesh also comes with a bunch of handy sorting features too. One of the coolest options is a rarity filter. As the name implies, it restricts all GPS scans to only tip off players when the most important Pokémon are around. There are eight tiers that range from “Very Common” to “Legendary.” The benefits don’t stop there either. Every scan result displayed within the PokéMesh interface also lists IV stats and available moves before encounters.
As if that wasn’t enough, unlike standard Pokémon Go, this companion app scans fully in the background and provides notifications when marked finds appear. Add in color changes, radius tweaks and quick-launch options and players could be customizing for quite some time.
What we’re essentially saying is that PokéMesh tailors to all types of Pokémon Go trainers by virtue of the way it tracks. Those concerned with catching em all can find what they’re looking for, and gym enthusiasts are able to get a better look at which nearby options are best suited for combat. At face value, there’s very little to lose here.
That being said, like all third-party Pokémon Go trackers, there’s implied risk with using this one. While bans from the software aren’t widespread at this time, its developers recommend linking it to a “dummy account” just in case Niantic decides to put the kibosh on everything. Regardless, a dummy account can easily be used for tracking while a main one on another device can move to what the tracker displays. Like all forms of “cheating” the implementation isn’t great. It’s still better than the official tracker, though.
Because this is a third-party app, it also must be sideloaded as well. A guide like this illustrates the long-form process, but anyone with basic tech skills should be able to figure it out. Updates must also be installed manually or through a dedicated launcher. Once the web version is complete, those barriers won’t exist. It should also be fully functional in iOS Safari too.
Pokémon Go is available now on Android and iOS.
Have you tried PokéMesh for Android or web? Does it make Pokémon Go better? Tell us in the comments section!
- As Close To Living Pokémon Fantasy As It Gets
- Active And Engaging Experience
- Lots Of Mon And Events
- Battles Aren't What Fans Expect
- Very Grindy
