# Model Now vs NOVA

The clearest difference is rating: Model Now at 4.6 against NOVA's 4.3. NOVA's advantage is chart position (#172 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.1). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Model Now sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per month and NOVA sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Model Now holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.9K and 1.2K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 41% of Model Now's written reviews are positive against 37% of NOVA's.

Model Now ships an update monthly, NOVA every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Model Now | NOVA |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/model-now-models-and-castings/id1316948599/reviews)** | [4.3 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nova-the-creative-network/id1642834730/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.9K** | 1.2K |
| Positive reviews | **41.3% of reviews** | 36.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#172** |
| Size | 64 MB | 143 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.1 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [CREATIVE TALENTS EVOLUTION S.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1515102051) | [Nova Network Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1642834732) |

## What reviewers say

### Model Now

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/model-now-models-and-castings/id1316948599)

Discover modeling jobs or find models, talent, content creators, and influencers. This app streamlines the process of connecting professionals in the modeling industry.

**Highlights:** Find modeling jobs, Discover models, Connect with talent, Find content creators, Find influencers, Seamless process

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter | $29.99 | per month |
| Premium Pro | $49.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium | $49.99 | per 3 months |
| Unlimited Pro | $99.99 | per year |
| Premium Pro | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 💡 Convenient mobile access to castings
- 👍 Clean and intuitive design
- 🚀 Quick access to job opportunities

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and glitchy performance
- 💰 Expensive subscription required for full functionality
- 🔒 Concerns about data privacy and security
- 👎 Poor customer support and unresponsive to user issues

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues and inability to access accounts
- Notifications not working or showing incorrect information
- Inability to update profile information and photos
- Casting application process not functioning properly

**Requested features**

- Add more filtering options for castings
- Improve notification system and make it more reliable
- Allow users to delete their profiles and photos
- Provide a free trial period before requiring payment


### NOVA

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nova-the-creative-network/id1642834730)

**Currently charting:** #172 Top Grossing · Social Networking (US App Store)

This platform connects creative professionals with clients seeking talent. Artists can build networks, showcase work, and find job opportunities. Clients gain direct access to vetted freelance creative talent.

**Highlights:** Network building for artists, Portfolio display for creatives, Access to job opportunities, Direct client access to talent, Application-based community, Community guidelines enforcement

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Nova Pro (Monthly) | $12.99 | per month |
| Nova Pro (Yearly) | $99.99 | per year |
| Nova Pro (Day Pass) | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💫 Best apps for creatives hands down!
- 🌟 Game changing for creatives
- 🎨 Wonderful!
- 🤝 Probably the best way for creatives to connect
- 🎨 Excellent Platform

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤷‍♀️ No support
- 🤦‍♂️ Not looking out for the little guy
- 🔒 Can't get in
- 🤯 Ummm
- 🐛 App Crashes Too Often

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes
- Freezing
- Buggy application process

**Requested features**

- Web Access
- Saved filter settings
- Notifications
- Profile customization


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Model Now free?

Model Now is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is NOVA free?

NOVA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Model Now or NOVA?

Model Now is rated higher. Model Now averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.9K ratings, while NOVA averages 4.3 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do Model Now or NOVA have ads?

Neither Model Now nor NOVA shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Model Now or NOVA?

Model Now ships an update monthly, and NOVA every 3 weeks. Most recently, Model Now was updated on October 29, 2026 and NOVA on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*