Comparison

My Nova vs SoftCloud Plus

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

Head to head
About

My Nova

Control your DIY security system remotely from anywhere. Arm, disarm, trigger SOS, and manage connected accessories like sensors and cameras. Receive real-time alerts for unsafe events with a built-in siren.

Highlights
  • Remote system control
  • Real-time alerts
  • Manage security accessories
  • Live video streaming
  • Home appliance control
  • Built-in siren
  • SOS function
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The Nova Smart Alarm System is a DIY, easy-to-use security system with no monthly fees and contracts required. It could connect to the Internet by LAN or WiFi, and use cellular SMS as backup communication. The My Nova app allows you to control the alarm system at any time, from anywhere, in real-time, including Arm, Disarm, Alarm(trigger SOS) or setting up the system. With the help of our iot-networking protocol, the reaction speed would be amazingly fast, operating from App would just like operating via remote controller. This App can manage all our official security accessories like Contact Sensors, Motion Sensors (pet-immune optional), Remote Controllers, CO Sensors, Gas Sensors, Smoke Detectors etc. It also works with Smart Cameras and Smart Plugs, which allow users to watch live video or recorded files, or turn ON/OFF the home appliances remotely. With built-in guidelines, users can run the system quickly even without a manual, including daily operations and professional settings. When an unsafe event happens, like a break-in or pressing from panic button, the system will alert all emergency contacts with push notifications or SMS texts, while generating 100db built-in siren to scare off any intruder. The built-in battery could work more then 6 hours without external power. To provide the best experiences, this system and its App is updateable, we will keep collecting requires and feedbacks from end users and release new firmware or App when needed. We are professional on the security of home or office. If there is any problem while using, please don't hesitate to write to us. Our support email is support@dinsafer.com . We would ready to help you as soon as possible.

About

SoftCloud Plus

This communication app allows users to make free calls, send texts, and share files with other users of the platform. It supports push notifications and HD voice and video for enhanced communication.

Highlights
  • Free calling between app users
  • Free texting
  • Free file sharing
  • Push notifications
  • HD voice and video support
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SoftCloud Plus accompanying softphone app to the SoftCloud Plus platform. A SIP softphone app that supports push notifications, HD voice and video, and more. • Free Calling between App users • Free texting • Free file sharing

Screenshots

My Nova4 screens
SoftCloud Plus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SoftCloud Plus at none against My Nova's 4. My Nova's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence and ads 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. My Nova sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. SoftCloud Plus asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

My Nova ships an update every 6 weeks, SoftCloud Plus every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
My Nova versus SoftCloud Plus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMy NovaSoftCloud Plus
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS11.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size114 MB96 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDinsafer Innovation Co.,LtdInter-Tel Japan, K.K.

Customer experience

My Nova

Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

SoftCloud Plus

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

My Nova

One-time4
  • IPC Service 30 Days$2.99
  • Family Service 30 Days$9.99
  • IPC Service 365 Days$29.99
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  • Family Service 365 Days$99.99
None

SoftCloud Plus

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is My Nova free?
My Nova is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SoftCloud Plus free?
SoftCloud Plus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do My Nova or SoftCloud Plus have ads?
Neither My Nova nor SoftCloud Plus shows ads.
Which is updated more often, My Nova or SoftCloud Plus?
My Nova ships an update every 6 weeks, and SoftCloud Plus every 2 months. Most recently, My Nova was updated on October 3, 2026 and SoftCloud Plus on October 11, 2026.

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