# NOVA vs Zora

The clearest difference is rating: Zora at 4.7 against NOVA's 4.3. Zora also leads on review sentiment (64% vs 36%). NOVA's advantage is chart position (#122 vs unranked). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NOVA sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month and Zora sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Zora holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.2K and 2.5K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of NOVA's written reviews are positive against 64% of Zora's.

NOVA ships an update every 3 weeks, Zora fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 22, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | NOVA | Zora |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nova-the-creative-network/id1642834730/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zora-post-discover-trade/id6474192103/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.2K | **2.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 36.2% of reviews | **63.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#122** | — |
| Size | 143 MB | 176 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Nova Network Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1642834732) | [Zora Labs, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1519380735) |

## What reviewers say

### NOVA

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nova-the-creative-network/id1642834730)

**Currently charting:** #122 Top Grossing · Social Networking (US App Store)

This platform connects creative professionals with clients seeking talent. Artists can build networks, showcase work, and find job opportunities. Clients gain direct access to vetted freelance creative talent.

**Highlights:** Network building for artists, Portfolio display for creatives, Access to job opportunities, Direct client access to talent, Application-based community, Community guidelines enforcement

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Nova Pro (Monthly) | $12.99 | per month |
| Nova Pro (Yearly) | $99.99 | per year |
| Nova Pro (Day Pass) | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💫 Best apps for creatives hands down!
- 🌟 Game changing for creatives
- 🎨 Wonderful!
- 🤝 Probably the best way for creatives to connect
- 🎨 Excellent Platform

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤷‍♀️ No support
- 🤦‍♂️ Not looking out for the little guy
- 🔒 Can't get in
- 🤯 Ummm
- 🐛 App Crashes Too Often

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes
- Freezing
- Buggy application process

**Requested features**

- Web Access
- Saved filter settings
- Notifications
- Profile customization


### Zora

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zora-post-discover-trade/id6474192103)

This app allows users to post various content and earn cryptocurrency when their posts or creator coins are traded. Users can also trade trending coins and cash out their earnings. It aims to create a new creator economy where culture intersects with markets.

**Highlights:** Post memes, music, videos, AI, and more, Earn crypto from post and creator coin trades, Trade trending creator coins, Get paid for creation and discovery, Cash out crypto anytime

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mint | $3.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Sparks | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Sparks | $9.99 | one-time |
| 4000 Sparks | $19.99 | one-time |
| 10000 Sparks | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Seems cool
- 🚀 The best by far
- 🚀 Amazed at this app
- 🚀 Base is the best
- 🚀 New social site!

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Couldn't sign up
- 🐛 SCAM APP
- 🐛 Looked ok to begin with
- 🐛 Wont let me activate my credits
- 🐛 its a scam app

**Reported bugs**

- Crash Report
- App is not working on my phone

**Requested features**

- Editing
- Needs better search


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NOVA free?

NOVA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Zora free?

Zora is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, NOVA or Zora?

Zora is rated higher. NOVA averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Zora averages 4.7 from 2.5K ratings.

### Do NOVA or Zora have ads?

Neither NOVA nor Zora shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, NOVA or Zora?

NOVA ships an update every 3 weeks, and Zora fortnightly. Most recently, NOVA was updated on September 22, 2026 and Zora on September 22, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*