NOVAS vs Metra Plus
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
NOVAS
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Novas is the unique Smart Lock System, designed for those who are security conscious, need peace of mind, yet want to enjoy the convenience of Bluetooth Smart connectivity. It is for those who acutely value the safety of their physical property in the real world and their digital information online. Embracing Bluetooth Smart Technology into the world of high-security locks, Novas is secure by design. At its core, each and every Novas Smart Lock / Access Control device is a standalone system, which means that it is totally βoff-the-gridβ and has no information stored on the web whatsoever. This absolutely eliminates the ever-growing risk of online cyber-attacks. Even if the internet was to completely collapse tomorrow, all Novas Smart Lock Systems around the world will continue to function, without so much as a hiccup. Novas method of cloud-free electronic key (eKey) distribution and control utilises military grade AES end-to-end Encryption, and with its automatic re-locking feature, Novas offers you total peace of mind that your property will always be secure. With Novas, you have unprecedented security of your lockβs unique digital information, and to whom, when and for how long, access to your property is permitted, at the touch of a button. It doesnβt get any better than that!!!
Metra Plus
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Metra Plus gives mobile flexibility to smart locker users allowing you to hire, open, manage and share your lockers at your convenience. When you locate your facility from a drop-down menu in the app β this could be your gym, pool, or workplace smart locker β you will be presented with the smart locker reservation options available to you. Select the location and size of your locker and use your device to open it. Depending on the location parameters these may be free, have time restrictions or have a hire charge which can all be seen and paid through the app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Metra Plus at every 5 weeks against NOVAS's every 5 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.
NOVAS ships an update every 5 months, Metra Plus every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NOVAS | Metra Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 5 weeks β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 58 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | RMD Innovations | METRA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD |
In-app purchases
NOVAS
No in-app purchases
Metra Plus
No in-app purchases









