# NOVA vs #RIZZEN

The clearest difference is review sentiment: #RIZZEN at 72% against NOVA's 37%. #RIZZEN also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3). NOVA's advantage is ratings volume (1.2K vs 27) and rating (4.3 vs 4.1). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

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

NOVA holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NOVA has 1.2K ratings behind it against 27, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 37% of NOVA's written reviews are positive against 72% of #RIZZEN's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

NOVA ships an update every 3 weeks, #RIZZEN every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | NOVA | #RIZZEN |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nova-the-creative-network/id1642834730/reviews)** | [4.1 (27 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rizzen/id6754300965/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 27 |
| Positive reviews | 36.5% of reviews | **71.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | **#157** | — |
| Size | 143 MB | 89 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Nova Network Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1642834732) | [Kwaku Ohene](https://appshunter.io/developer/1847752235) |

## What reviewers say

### NOVA

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

**Currently charting:** #157 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


### #RIZZEN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rizzen/id6754300965)

A comprehensive social media platform that consolidates various functionalities, allowing users to share content, discover trends, find jobs, showcase music and sports talents, date, and share culinary experiences. It aims to provide a space for open expression without censorship.

**Highlights:** Content sharing and updates, Trend exploration, Job searching and hiring, Music discovery and sharing, Sports highlights and drafting, Dating and relationship finding, Food and recipe sharing

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NOVA free?

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

### Is #RIZZEN free?

#RIZZEN is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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

NOVA is rated higher. NOVA averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while #RIZZEN averages 4.1 from 27 ratings.

### Do NOVA or #RIZZEN have ads?

Neither NOVA nor #RIZZEN shows ads.

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

NOVA ships an update every 3 weeks, and #RIZZEN every 2 weeks. Most recently, NOVA was updated on September 25, 2026 and #RIZZEN on September 23, 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.*