Comparison

ViewMyPDF vs Nova

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

Head to head
About

ViewMyPDF

Features
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This application helps you to view and add new content to your pdf files, store them in your device to view them when ever you like and to share them quickly

About

Nova

This browser offers a fast, private, and visually appealing web experience. It features built-in ad blocking, tracker protection, and app lock for enhanced security. Customize your browsing with dark mode and dynamic themes.

Highlights
  • Built-in Ad Blocker & Tracker Protection
  • PIN Lock for Browser Security
  • True Dark Mode & Custom Themes
  • Smart Download Manager
  • Voice Search & Custom Search Engines
Features
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The Ultimate Fast, Private & AdBlock Video Browser. Welcome to Nova Browser — the premier mobile web browser engineered for speed, privacy, and flawless ad-free media streaming. Say goodbye to intrusive video ads, annoying popups, and aggressive trackers. Nova provides an ultra-fast, secure, and aesthetically stunning browsing environment tailored for modern iOS users. WHY CHOOSE NOVA ADBLOCK BROWSER? • Advanced AdBlock & Popup Shield Browse websites up to 3x faster without annoying popups, banner ads, or video pre-rolls. Nova automatically filters out intrusive scripts, reducing mobile data consumption by up to 40% while extending battery life. • Ad-Free Video Streaming Experience Stream your favorite online videos without ad interruptions. Enjoy smooth, high-definition media playback with optimized buffer handling and picture-in-picture capability. • Absolute Privacy & Built-In App Lock Keep your browsing activity completely private. Protect your entire browser with a secure PIN code lock. Nova automatically purges temporary data and guards your digital footprint against third-party analytics. • Algorithmic True Dark Mode Protect your eyes during night browsing. Nova’s intelligent dark mode forces dark themes onto websites, beautifully blended with obsidian glass aesthetics. • Smart Download Manager & File Preview Effortlessly download, view, and organize images, videos, and documents with built-in preview thumbnails. • Voice Search & Flexible Search Engines Navigate hands-free with instant voice search. Easily switch between Google, DuckDuckGo, Bing, and other privacy-first search engines. UNLOCK NOVA PRO (In-App Purchase): Upgrade to Nova Pro for an unrestricted, premium browsing experience! • 100% Ad-Free Experience: Remove all interstitial and in-app ads. • Continuous Speed & Updates: Get instant access to priority updates and advanced filter lists. Subscription Plans: • Nova Pro Monthly: $3.99 per month • Nova Pro Yearly: $19.99 per year (Best Value - Save 60%) Payment & Subscription Details (App Store Policy): • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. • You can manage and cancel your subscriptions in your App Store Account Settings after purchase. • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited upon purchasing a subscription. • Disclaimer: While Nova blocks the vast majority of intrusive ads and popups, some website-injected ads may occasionally bypass filters. We cannot control 100% of third-party web content. Legal Links: Privacy Policy: https://novabrowser.lovestoblog.com/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

ViewMyPDF4 screens
Nova4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ViewMyPDF at none against Nova's 2. ViewMyPDF also leads on ads (none vs shown). Nova's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence 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. Nova sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. ViewMyPDF asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ViewMyPDF ships an update every 6 weeks, Nova every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ViewMyPDF versus Nova: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterViewMyPDFNova
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.4 (9 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—9 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB35 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperGERMAN HUERTA LOPEZANAS BOUKETIR

In-app purchases

None

ViewMyPDF

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Nova

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly$9.991 Year

Questions

Is ViewMyPDF free?
ViewMyPDF is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Nova free?
Nova is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ViewMyPDF or Nova have ads?
Nova shows ads; ViewMyPDF does not.
Which is updated more often, ViewMyPDF or Nova?
ViewMyPDF ships an update every 6 weeks, and Nova every 2 months. Most recently, ViewMyPDF was updated on November 7, 2026 and Nova on October 31, 2026.

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