ERIC vs My LIPA
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ERIC
Discover thousands of creative career opportunities and resources across the UK. Find jobs, internships, training, and events to kickstart your career in industries like film, design, and music. All content is updated daily and is completely free.
- Thousands of creative career opportunities
- Hundreds of helpful resources
- Daily updated content
- Opportunities across the UK
- Full-time jobs, freelance gigs, internships
- Training programmes and bootcamps
- Free courses and workshops
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Get access to a career in the creative industries - Thousands of opportunities - Hundreds of helpful resources - New stuff posted daily - All over the UK - Completely free The perfect app for 16-25 year olds who want to explore a career in the creative industries - find everything you need to get a foot in the door. And it’s completely free! Interested in working in the creative industries? Not sure how to gain the right skills, get industry experience or build useful networks? This is the app for you. ------------------------- What opportunities can I find on the app? With 10,000+ creative careers opportunities on the ERIC app, you have everything you need in one place: Full time/part time jobs Freelance gigs Internships Apprenticeships Training programmes Bootcamps Free courses Workshops Events Mentoring schemes Accessibility initiatives Competitions Grants/Funding Helpful creative careers content & many more upskilling opportunities ------------------------- Which creative industries does the app cover? Advertising Marketing PR Art Craft Design Fashion Film TV Gaming Social media Content creation Music Podcasts Radio Audio Photography Videography Publishing Theatre Comedy Dance Performing Arts Writing Journalism VFX Animation Culture Heritage ------------------------- Is it only for people in London? No. The app provides opportunities for young people all over the UK. You will be matched up with things in your local area when you sign up for the app, and you can browse everything that’s fully-remote or open to people UK-wide. ------------------------- Why is it worth downloading? Because we know what you want and need - we’ve been there. The founders of the app Mae and Sam tried to get into the creative industries and didn’t know how to get their foot in the door or where to go for help. So they created ERIC to solve the problem! The ERIC team gather all the careers support and opportunities other people are posting across the internet and bring it all onto the app - so you never have to worry about where to find stuff every again. We’ve found it all for you. ------------------------- Don't just take our word for it, hear how ERIC has helped other young people: “I used to spend hours looking for events & internships in the creative industries. I’d have hundreds of tabs open. ERIC does the searching for me.” “I love how I can filter for different creative industries and save opportunities for later when I have more time. This is a game-changer. ” “I can't believe how many creative opportunities there are in my area. I've already found a local training scheme that will give me the experience I need.” -------------------------
My LIPA
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My LIPA is the ultimate app designed exclusively for staff and students, providing an all-encompassing gateway to the heart of campus life. Seamlessly integrating essential tools and resources, My LIPA transforms your academic journey into an accessible and streamlined experience. Dashboard: Access critical information at a glance. Your dashboard keeps you in control, displaying upcoming classes, emails, and announcements, tailored to your needs. Effortless Timetable Management: My LIPA’s intuitive timetable feature ensures you’re always on track, managing your classes and commitments effortlessly. Learning Made Easy: Access educational materials, lecture notes, and resources anytime, anywhere. My LIPA empowers your learning journey with instant access to study essentials. Campus Insights: Stay updated with university news and events, fostering a sense of community. My LIPA keeps you engaged with everything that defines the vibrant LIPA spirit. My LIPA consolidates your academic world, creating an unparalleled hub for learning, communication, and campus exploration. From academics to extracurriculars, My LIPA ensures you have the tools to succeed. Download My LIPA now and redefine your campus experience. Connect, learn, and thrive with My LIPA – where every tap opens a door to endless possibilities.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ERIC at every 3 weeks against My LIPA's every 12 months. 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.
ERIC ships an update every 3 weeks, My LIPA every 12 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.
| Parameter | ERIC | My LIPA |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 65.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 12 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 12.4 | 11.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Meet Eric | The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts |
In-app purchases
ERIC
No in-app purchases
My LIPA
No in-app purchases
Questions
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