CBUS 311 vs Nexus Flow
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CBUS 311
Report non-emergency city service issues and request services like bulk trash collection. This app ensures your requests reach the correct city department efficiently.
- Report non-emergency city service issues
- Request bulk trash collection
- Direct requests to correct city departments
- Streamline service requests
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CBUS 311 is your one stop source for all non-emergency requests for City services. From reporting a pothole to request bulk trash collection, 311 is here to help you. By contacting 311 you ensure your request will reach the correct City Department as quickly as possible.
Nexus Flow
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Nexus Flow - Focus Timer & Productivity Hub Transform your productivity with Nexus Flow, the ultimate focus companion that seamlessly blends the proven Pomodoro Technique with intelligent task management and effortless note-taking. FOCUS MADE SIMPLE Choose from expertly crafted timer presets or customize your own work sessions. Whether you prefer the classic 25/5 minute rhythm, extended deep work sessions, or quick bursts of productivity, Nexus Flow adapts to your unique workflow. PRESET OPTIONS: • Classic: 25/5 minutes - The traditional Pomodoro technique • Short: 15/3 minutes - Perfect for quick tasks • Long: 45/10 minutes - Deep work sessions • Study: 50/10 minutes - Academic focus periods • Creative: 30/10 minutes - Balanced creative work • Intense: 90/20 minutes - Maximum productivity mode INTEGRATED TASK MANAGEMENT Never lose track of your priorities. Create tasks, add detailed notes, set due dates, and build comprehensive checklists. Watch your productivity soar as you check off completed items and track your progress. SEAMLESS NOTE-TAKING Capture ideas, meeting notes, and insights without breaking your flow. Your notes sync automatically across all your devices, ensuring your thoughts are always accessible. CLOUDKIT SYNC Your data stays perfectly synchronized across all your Apple devices. Start a focus session on your iPhone, add tasks on your iPad, and review your progress on your Mac. BEAUTIFUL DESIGN Enjoy a clean, distraction-free interface that puts your focus first. Thoughtful animations and haptic feedback create a delightful user experience that motivates you to stay productive. SMART FEATURES • Automatic break reminders • Session progress tracking • Customizable timer durations • Quick timer presets • Background operation • Elegant visual feedback TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Monitor your productivity patterns and build lasting habits. See how many focus sessions you've completed and celebrate your achievements. Perfect for students, professionals, freelancers, and anyone looking to boost their focus and get more done. Whether you're studying for exams, working on projects, or tackling your daily tasks, Nexus Flow is your productivity partner. Download Nexus Flow today and discover the power of focused work.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Nexus Flow at every 5 days against CBUS 311's every 4 months. CBUS 311's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). 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.
CBUS 311 ships an update every 4 months, Nexus Flow every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CBUS 311 | Nexus Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.8 (51 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 13.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 51 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 30 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | City of Columbus, Ohio | Seth Nordgren |
Bugs and requests
CBUS 311
Reported bugs
20 issues- Interface won't allow button access
- App never loads past initial screen
- Cannot set up account
- Cannot reset password
- Login credentials don't work
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- App freezes
- Address search fails
- Pop-up errors persist
- App becomes unresponsive when checking request status
- Filter and map icons do not function
- Pull-to-refresh causes issues
- App redirects to browser
- App does not maintain login session
- Old login credentials not accepted
- Cannot create new account
- Request button difficult to find
- No updates for over a year
- Service request history is out of order
- Incorrect service requests displayed
- Cannot add comments to service requests on website
Requested features
12 requests- Update app regularly
- Improve UI/UX
- Add native iOS app functionality
- Keep users logged in
- Improve notification system
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- Simplify bulk trash pickup requests
- Add dark mode
- Provide direct contact information
- Allow users to see heat map of requests
- Improve service request history organization
- Add option to pay city water bills and other utilities
- Remove credit card fees for online payments
Nexus Flow
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
CBUS 311
No in-app purchases
Nexus Flow
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is CBUS 311 free?
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Do CBUS 311 or Nexus Flow have ads?
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