Comparison

iReader vs Nova

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

Head to head
About

iReader

Easily scan various types of QR codes and barcodes with this utility app. It also allows for the creation of custom QR codes, batch scanning, and sharing your scan history with friends. Enjoy a personalized scanning experience with custom color options.

Highlights
  • Scan QR codes and barcodes
  • Create QR codes
  • Batch scanning
  • Scan history
  • Custom QR color
  • Share scans
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iReader is the best app to scan QR Code and Barcode. It supports more than 10 types such as : EQS, QR Code, Data Matrix, Quick Code, EAN8, Code39 and Code128. Key features: - Create QR Code. - Batch Scan. - Scan history. - Custom QR Color. - Share to friends. This app uses auto-renewable subscriptions that charge your account 24 hours before the period ends. Turn off auto-renewal in Account Settings after purchase to avoid charges. Unused free trial portions are forfeited upon subscription.  Cancel at least 24 hours before the renewal date to avoid billing Terms of Service: https://sitouads.com/tos.html Privacy Policy: https://sitouads.com/privacy.html

About

Nova

Optimize your iPhone's storage and enhance digital security. This app helps you clear out unnecessary files, manage contacts and calendars, and scan for data breaches to keep your device running smoothly and your information safe.

Highlights
  • Smart photo and video cleaner
  • Data breach scanner
  • Contact organizer
  • Calendar management
  • File compression
Features
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Make room for new memories without losing the ones that matter. Your photo library fills up fast, and most of that space goes to near-identical shots, old screenshots and long videos you forgot you recorded. Nova Cleaner groups that media together so you can look through it, decide what stays, and delete only what you choose. Review Duplicates And Similar Shots Photos are grouped into sets of duplicates and visually similar images so you can compare them side by side. Preview anything before you act, select the copies you do not need, and keep the frame you actually like. Find The Big Stuff Browse similar videos, screenshots, screen recordings and large video files in their own sections. A storage overview shows estimated sizes by category, so you know where your space is going before you start. Compress Photos And Videos Choose from three compression settings and save the converted media to Photos. Results depend on the source file and the setting you pick, so you stay in control of the balance between size and quality. Tidy Contacts And Calendar Spot duplicate contacts and merge them, fill in incomplete entries, and create or restore a local backup of names, phone numbers and email addresses. A calendar view lets you see scheduled events, add or edit them, and confirm before any event is removed. Private Photo Vault Import copies of selected photos into a local encrypted vault protected by a four-digit PIN, with optional biometric unlock and auto-lock. Your originals stay in Photos, so nothing disappears from your library without your say. Charging Animation Themes Pick a charging animation with a battery display and follow the included Shortcuts setup guide to trigger it when your charger connects. Built Around Review, Not Guesswork Nothing is deleted automatically. Every cleanup step shows you what is selected, how much it represents, and asks for confirmation, so a cleanup session never turns into a surprise. Whether you are clearing space before a trip, organizing years of camera roll, or just tired of scrolling past twelve versions of the same photo, Nova Cleaner gives you a clear place to start. Download Nova Cleaner and take back your storage, one reviewed set at a time. Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off 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, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. https://distritoapps.com/terms https://distritoapps.com/privacy

Screenshots

iReader4 screens
Nova4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Nova at 4.6 against iReader's 3.2. Nova also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (75% vs 44%). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. iReader sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and Nova sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Nova holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 122 and 84 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of iReader's written reviews are positive against 75% of Nova's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iReader ships an update every 3 weeks, Nova every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
iReader versus Nova: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriReaderNova
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (122 ratings)4.6 (84 ratings) — better
Positive reviews44.4% of reviews75.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings122 — better84
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS18.018.0
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB88 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSitou AdvertisingDISTRITO SLU

Customer experience

iReader

All ratings122 ratings
Positive52.5%
Neutral7.4%
Negative40.2%
Written reviews27 reviews
Positive44.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative55.6%

Nova

All ratings84 ratings
Positive89.3%
Neutral6.0%
Negative4.8%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

iReader

Subscriptions2
  • iReader Week Subscription3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • One Year Subscription3 Days trial$57.991 Year
2 purchases

Nova

Subscriptions2
  • Premium week7 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Premium Year3 Days trial$44.991 Year

Questions

Is iReader free?
iReader 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, iReader or Nova?
Nova is rated higher. iReader averages 3.2 out of 5 from 122 ratings, while Nova averages 4.6 from 84 ratings.
Do iReader or Nova have ads?
iReader shows ads; Nova does not.
Which is updated more often, iReader or Nova?
iReader ships an update every 3 weeks, and Nova every 4 days. Most recently, iReader was updated on October 12, 2026 and Nova on October 16, 2026.

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