Comparison

Natively Preview vs PingConnect

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

Head to head
About

Natively Preview

This app allows you to preview your mobile app before it's built. Convert your website into a native app quickly and easily, adding features like push notifications and branding without coding. Update your app instantly without resubmitting to app stores.

Highlights
  • Website to native app conversion
  • Add native features (push notifications, camera)
  • Brand customization (colors, icons)
  • Update without app store resubmission
  • Preview mode before purchase
  • No coding required
Features
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Natively Preview app allows our users to preview the mobile app before ordering a build. To register an account open our website https://app.buildnatively.com/ through web browser. CONVERT WEBSITES IN MINUTES If you have a website or a web application, you can wrap them to iOS native in a few easy steps. Natively wraps (converts) your website/web app to the native mobile app by adding it to the WebView (an embeddable browser that a native application can use to display web content). ADD NATIVE FEATURES Access mobile native features such as push notifications, QR/bar code scanner, toast, banners, geolocation, camera, etc., by picking, not coding (with our SDK & Plugins). BRAND YOUR APP Set your brand colors, screens, images, and icons to boost your brand awareness. UPDATE WITHOUT RE-SUBMITTING Update your app anytime without re-submitting it to AppStore. After updating the web, changes immediately appear in your native app; no need to release it on App Store. WHY DO YOU NEED TO CONVERT YOUR WEBSITE? Users prefer mobile apps over mobile websites because of: - Mobile applications are way FASTER than mobile websites. - Apps provide customer-appropriate content and a PERSONALIZED experience. - Mobile apps can be accessed offline. - They can leverage the FEATURES of native devices seamlessly. Apps can ask permission to access the camera, location service, payment gateways, etc., to ease the service and provide an exceptional customer experience. - In-app NOTIFICATIONS are a fantastic possibility to engage customers. They increase your sales by informing users about new offers. WHY USE NATIVELY - It's so FAST. You can build a mobile app yourself just in 5-10 minutes. (no coding skills required). - SECURE. No need to share developer account credentials anymore. - LOW COST. Since Natively is fully automated and does not require developers' involvement, costs are significantly reduced. - Integrations, guidance, and SUPPORT. We have excellent documentation and easy to use a plugin. - PERFORMANCE and stability. Natively are using the same open-source engine as other services, which means good app stability. We've added many performance improvements from our side and are implementing more. - Many NATIVE FEATURES: push notification, universal links (deep-linking), camera, QR/Bar code scanner, and more. - RELEASE GUARANTEE. We provide special terms and warranties for App Store acceptance. - PREVIEW Mode. BEFORE BUYING, you can run your app and test native features in preview mode.

About

PingConnect

Effortlessly exchange contact information in person using a personal QR code. This app streamlines networking at events, making follow-ups quick and convenient without the need for paper business cards.

Highlights
  • Personal QR code for contact sharing
  • Fast follow-up workflow
  • Eliminates paper business cards
  • Streamlines in-person introductions
  • Ideal for events and meetings
  • Quick contact capture
Features
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PingConnect helps you connect with people quickly in person using a personal QR code and a fast follow-up workflow. Whether you are at a conference, trade show, meeting, recruiting event, or social gathering, PingConnect makes it easy to share your contact details without paper cards, awkward typing, or breaking the flow of conversation. When someone scans your code, PingConnect helps create an immediate contact response experience so you can keep momentum while the interaction is still fresh. It is designed for speed, convenience, and better follow-up after the event. Why PingConnect: • Share your contact details in seconds • Built for conferences, meetings, and events • Reduce friction during introductions • Make follow-up easier while details are still fresh • Use a simple QR-based contact sharing flow • Keep networking fast, clear, and professional Great for: • Conferences • Trade shows • Recruiting events • Sales meetings • Business networking • In-person introductions PingConnect is designed for people who want a faster and more effective way to connect, capture opportunities, and follow up with confidence. Terms of Use:https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Natively Preview4 screens
PingConnect1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: PingConnect at 5.0 against Natively Preview's 3.4. PingConnect also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). Natively Preview's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ratings volume (7 vs 1). On price, ads 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. PingConnect sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Natively Preview asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PingConnect holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Natively Preview has 7 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Natively Preview ships an update every 3 weeks, PingConnect every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Natively Preview versus PingConnect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNatively PreviewPingConnect
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (7 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB12 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSocialTools USA Inc.Nathan Gageby

Customer experience

Natively Preview

All ratings7 ratings
Positive57.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative42.9%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

PingConnect

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Natively Preview

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

PingConnect

Subscriptions2
  • PingConnect-Monthy$4.991 Month
  • Plus Yearly$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is Natively Preview free?
Natively Preview is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PingConnect free?
PingConnect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Natively Preview or PingConnect?
PingConnect is rated higher. Natively Preview averages 3.4 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while PingConnect averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Natively Preview or PingConnect have ads?
Neither Natively Preview nor PingConnect shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Natively Preview or PingConnect?
Natively Preview ships an update every 3 weeks, and PingConnect every 5 days. Most recently, Natively Preview was updated on October 24, 2026 and PingConnect on October 28, 2026.

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