Comparison

NK vs DSVPM

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

Head to head
About

NK

Features
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The NK-SHIPS mobile app is a mobile version of NK-SHIPS, which is a free, internet-based information service for the owners and operators of ClassNK registered ships. Users can access useful information to manage their fleet 24 hours a day via smartphones and tablets. Features - Browse ship particulars of your fleet that have been registered with ClassNK. - Easily monitor the status of surveys/audits, due dates, and expiry dates of certificates for these ships in your fleet anytime, anywhere. * Please note that you need to have a valid NK-SHIPS user account to use this app.

About

DSVPM

Features
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The DSV Property Management and Board App is a mobile-friendly way to interface with your community association. You will be able to make payments, view your account, and access community information all in one place. If you already have a login to your association website, you can login to the App using the same email address and password you use for your association website. If you do not have a current login to your association site, simply click the register button and submit your information. Once your registration is approved, you will receive an email with a link to set your password and then you will be able to log into your account directly from this app. If you already have a login and do not remember your password, click the Forgot Password link, enter your email address to request a password reset and you will receive an email with a link to set your password. Once set, you can login with your email address and new password. Once logged in, Homeowners will have direct access to the following features: a. Easily switch between accounts if multiple properties are owned b. Homeowner Dashboard c. Access association documents d. Access association directories e. Access association photos f. Access Contact Us Page g. Pay Assessments h. Access violations โ€“ add comments and take pictures from mobile device to add to violation i. Submit ACC Requests and include pictures and attachments (pictures can be taken from mobile device) j. Access homeowner ledger k. Submit work orders and check on status of their work orders (add comments and take pictures from mobile device) In addition, Board Members will be able to take advantage of the following features: a. Board Tasks b. ACC Review c. Board documents d. Violations Review e. Invoice Approval f. Work Order Review

Screenshots

NK4 screens
DSVPM4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: DSVPM at every 3 months against NK's every 6 months. NK's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NK ships an update every 6 months, DSVPM every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
NK versus DSVPM: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNKDSVPM
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 3 months โ€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 โ€” better15.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size26 MB151 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNIPPON KAIJI KYOKAI GENERAL INCORPORATED FOUNDATIONCINC Systems

In-app purchases

None

NK

No in-app purchases

None

DSVPM

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NK free?
NK is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DSVPM free?
DSVPM is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do NK or DSVPM have ads?
Neither NK nor DSVPM shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NK or DSVPM?
NK ships an update every 6 months, and DSVPM every 3 months. Most recently, NK was updated on November 2, 2026 and DSVPM on October 27, 2026.

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