Common App vs LumeHubb
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Common App
Manage your college applications on the go. This app offers a secure and streamlined way to apply to over 1000 colleges, research financial aid options, and access guidance from counselors, all from your mobile device.
- Apply to 1000+ colleges
- Research financial aid
- Get counselor advice
- Secure application process
- Mobile convenience
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Simplify your college application experience with Common App for mobile. Common App for mobile provides you with the same secure, streamlined application experience you’ve come to expect from Common App online, all from the convenience of your mobile device. The app seamlessly integrates with the first-year desktop experience — allowing you to apply to more than 1000 colleges, research financial aid, and get advice from counselors. Common App for mobile is free and easy to use. Download the app to navigate your entire college application journey.
LumeHubb
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LumeHubb is the smarter way to find, book, and manage hostel life at university. Whether you're a new student looking for your first room or a returning student renewing your stay, LumeHubb brings hostel discovery, booking, and campus living into one simple app. DISCOVER HOSTELS NEAR CAMPUS • Browse hostels and locations around your university • See prices, ratings, availability, and distance at a glance • Sort by what's closest or what fits your budget • View photos, room types, and hostel details before you book BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE • Search and compare hostels in one place • Submit booking requests and track your status • Upload payment receipts securely • Get updates on approvals and payments FIND YOUR PEOPLE • Match with potential roommates • Connect with students through the campus social feed • Join chats and stay in the loop on campus life EVERYTHING FOR RESIDENTS Once you're checked in, LumeHubb becomes your resident hub: • Maintenance requests • Hostel announcements & events • WiFi access • Support when you need help Built for students. Designed to make hostel life easier. Download LumeHubb and find your place on campus.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: LumeHubb at fortnightly against Common App's every 9 months. Common App's advantage is chart position (#26 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Common App ships an update every 9 months, LumeHubb fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Common App | LumeHubb |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (677 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 22.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 677 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Best chart rank | #26 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.5 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 89 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | The Common Application | Emmanuel Akwasi Kusi Amankwah |
Bugs and requests
Common App
Reported bugs
3 issues- White screen on login
- App doesn't load past logo
- Redirects transfer students to website
Requested features
3 requests- Keep user logged in for longer
- Increase text box size
- Add back button navigation
LumeHubb
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Common App
No in-app purchases
LumeHubb
No in-app purchases
