nol Pay vs Owdan
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
nol Pay
Manage your Dubai transit card conveniently with this official RTA app. Top up your card, check balances, and manage personal cards directly from your mobile device using NFC technology.
- NFC top-up for nol cards
- Check card information
- Manage personal nol cards
- Apply for new nol cards
- Register anonymous nol cards
- Link cards to RTA account
- Report lost/damaged cards
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The nol Pay app is an official RTA app designed to make commuting easier for Dubai residents, commuters and tourists. With nol Pay, commuting in Dubai is more convenient than ever β’ Top up or add travel passes to your nol card using your mobile through NFC function anytime, anywhere β’ Check the card information and manage your card whenever you want through NFC function β’ Apply or renew for your personal nol Cards β’ Register your anonymous nol Cards β’ Link your personal or registered nol Cards to RTA account β’ Report lost/damaged for your personal or registered nol Cards
Owdan
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Discover the best of local wellness and outdoor living with Owdan. Whether youβre looking for rejuvenating spa treatments, energizing fitness sessions, scenic nature trails, or exciting outdoor adventures, Owdan connects you with a wide range of lifestyle experiences tailored to your interests and location. Enjoy exploring, booking, and experiencing everything that enhances your well-being, all from the convenience of your phone. Currently Available: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Owdan uses your current location to recommend nearby service providers and experiences for the best local results. Disclaimer Service availability and content may vary by region. Owdan currently offers active services and real providers within Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Location access is required to display accurate and relevant nearby experiences.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: nol Pay at monthly against Owdan's every 4 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
nol Pay ships an update monthly, Owdan every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | nol Pay | Owdan |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | β |
| Update frequency | Monthly β better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | β |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod β better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 β better | 16.6 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 66 MB | 68 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Roads & Transport Authority | AL WATAD INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY |
In-app purchases
nol Pay
No in-app purchases
Owdan
No in-app purchases









