Comparison

Newbook vs Chosen Model

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

Head to head
About

Newbook

This app helps models and content creators manage their careers by connecting them with brands for paid jobs. Discover opportunities, apply for castings, and receive payments directly within the platform. Build your portfolio and get discovered by top companies.

Highlights
  • Personal portfolios
  • Direct bookings
  • Option requests
  • Castings
  • Messaging
  • Electronic payment
Features
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Newbook is empowering models and user-generated content creators to seamlessly manage their own careers. Get discovered by top brands, book jobs directly, apply to castings, and get paid all in one beautiful, easy-to-use app. Apply to join our curated community of unique and talented models by sharing your best portfolio photos and a few basic details. Your submission will be reviewed by our team, and we’ll notify you once you’ve been accepted. We welcome both freelance and agency-represented talent. If you’re just starting out and need to build your portfolio, we can help. Email hq@newbookmodels.com. Key Features - Personal portfolios - Direct bookings - Option requests - Castings - Messaging - Electronic payment Newbook includes both a free version and a subscription version with premium features. You can subscribe and pay on the App Store, using your Apple ID. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription will automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renew may be turned off after purchase by going to the 'Newbook Plus Membership' page in settings. The subscription will renew at the same cost. Terms of Service: https://newbookmodels.com/terms-of-service Newbook Purchaser Terms of Service: https://newbookmodels.com/purchaser-terms Privacy Policy: https://newbookmodels.com/privacy-policy Apple Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

About

Chosen Model

This app guides aspiring models through the process of getting discovered, booked, and paid. It offers training, a database of verified agencies, casting alerts, and community support to help users navigate the industry confidently.

Highlights
  • Step-by-step training for aspiring models
  • Verified agency database
  • Casting alerts and opportunities
  • Portfolio building guidance
  • Community access for networking
  • Model checklists and guides
Features
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Ready to turn your modeling dreams into reality? The Chosen Model App is your all-in-one guide to get signed, booked, and paid, without the confusion or scams. Most aspiring models don’t know where to start. You spend hours searching online, applying to agencies that never respond, and falling for “model programs” that overpromise and underdeliver. It’s frustrating watching others book paid shoots while you’re still stuck trying to figure out what actually works. You’re ready—but the industry feels impossible to break into without real guidance. That’s exactly why we created Chosen Model App, the modern model’s roadmap. Learn exactly what top agencies look for, how to build a portfolio that stands out, and how to confidently show up for castings and photoshoots like a pro. PRODUCT FEATURES & BENEFITS - Step-by-Step Training: Learn how to get signed, build your portfolio, and land paid jobs. - Agency Database: Access real, verified agencies that are currently scouting new talent. - Casting Alerts: Get notified about upcoming opportunities in your area. - Model Checklists & Guides: Stay organized and confident before every audition or shoot. - Community Access: Connect with other aspiring models and industry insiders who want to see you win. Designed by Percy Bland Jr., a Calvin Klein model who’s worked with brands like Reebok, Marriott, Lexus, and The North Face, the Chosen Model App gives you insider knowledge you won’t find anywhere else. Download Chosen Model App today and start your journey from aspiring to booked and paid. INFORMATION ABOUT THE APP AND PURCHASE OPTIONS By signing up, you will get access to subscription(s) that include features such as progress tracking, and offline sync. The download of Chosen Model is free of charge. Should you use Chosen Model to access in-app content via available subscription(s), a payment will be charged to your credit card after the trial period ends and when a subscription renews. A subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours prior to the end of the subscription period. There is no increase in price when renewing. Subscription(s) can be managed and auto-renewal turned off in Account Settings in the App Store after purchase. Read our full Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy: https://passion.io/terms-of-service https://passion.io/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Newbook4 screens
Chosen Model4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Chosen Model at 5.0 against Newbook's 4.5. Chosen Model also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly) and review sentiment (100% vs 89%). Newbook's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (762 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Newbook sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month and Chosen Model sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Chosen Model holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Newbook has 762 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of Newbook's written reviews are positive against 100% of Chosen Model's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Newbook ships an update monthly, Chosen Model every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Newbook versus Chosen Model: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNewbookChosen Model
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (762 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews88.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings762 — better1
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size91 MB86 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperNewbook Labs, Inc.Percy Bland

Customer experience

Newbook

All ratings762 ratings
Positive86.7%
Neutral1.8%
Negative11.4%
Written reviews209 reviews
Positive88.5%
Neutral2.4%
Negative9.1%

Chosen Model

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Newbook

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent app crashes and connectivity issues
  • Profile editing not saving properly
  • Instagram integration not working as expected

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add video submission option
  • Implement location/filter options
  • Automatically remove expired job listings
  • Improve account approval and support response time
  • Allow models to set rates for additional services (hair, makeup, styling)

Chosen Model

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Newbook

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly$19.991 Month
  • Quarterly$47.953 Months
  • Annual$119.991 Year
13 purchases

Chosen Model

Subscriptions3
  • Starter Plan7 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • PRO Model7 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • ALL ACCESS - MONTHLY7 Days trial$12.991 Month
One-time10
  • Lifestyle Model Course$31.99
  • Fitness Model Course$31.99
  • Runway Model Course$31.99
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  • Plus Size Course$31.99
  • Editorial Course$31.99
  • Editorial Course$197.99
  • Lifestyle Course$197.99
  • Fitness Course$197.99
  • Plus Size Course$197.99
  • Runway Course$197.99

Questions

Is Newbook free?
Newbook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Chosen Model free?
Chosen Model is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Newbook or Chosen Model?
Chosen Model is rated higher. Newbook averages 4.5 out of 5 from 762 ratings, while Chosen Model averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Newbook or Chosen Model have ads?
Chosen Model shows ads; Newbook does not.
Which is updated more often, Newbook or Chosen Model?
Newbook ships an update monthly, and Chosen Model every 2 weeks. Most recently, Newbook was updated on October 19, 2026 and Chosen Model on October 3, 2026.

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