# NOVA vs The APPPP

The clearest difference is review sentiment: The APPPP at 100% against NOVA's 37%. The APPPP also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). NOVA's advantage is ratings volume (1.2K vs 1) and chart position (#155 vs unranked). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NOVA sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. The APPPP asks for nothing beyond the download.

The APPPP holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NOVA has 1.2K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 37% of NOVA's written reviews are positive against 100% of The APPPP's.

NOVA ships an update every 3 weeks, The APPPP every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | NOVA | The APPPP |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nova-the-creative-network/id1642834730/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-apppp/id6753269687/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 36.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#155** | — |
| Size | 143 MB | 61 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **14.0.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Nova Network Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1642834732) | [The APPPP INC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1843269827) |

## What reviewers say

### NOVA

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

**Currently charting:** #155 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


### The APPPP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-apppp/id6753269687)

Connect with nonprofits focused on animals, the planet, or people. Share your time, talents, or donations to support vetted organizations making a real difference. Discover vetted 501(c)(3) charities dedicated to protection and conservation.

**Highlights:** Connect with nonprofits, Support animal causes, Support planet causes, Support people causes, Share time and talents, Donate to vetted organizations

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NOVA free?

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

### Is The APPPP free?

The APPPP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, NOVA or The APPPP?

The APPPP is rated higher. NOVA averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while The APPPP averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do NOVA or The APPPP have ads?

Neither NOVA nor The APPPP shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, NOVA or The APPPP?

NOVA ships an update every 3 weeks, and The APPPP every 3 days. Most recently, NOVA was updated on October 15, 2026 and The APPPP on October 9, 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.*