# NOVA vs posting2

The clearest difference is review sentiment: posting2 at 99% against NOVA's 36%. posting2 also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3). NOVA's advantage is chart position (#124 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 posting2 sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

posting2 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.2K and 410 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of NOVA's written reviews are positive against 99% of posting2's.

NOVA ships an update every 3 weeks, posting2 every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | NOVA | posting2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nova-the-creative-network/id1642834730/reviews) | **[5.0 (410 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/posting2/id6762965370/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 410 |
| Positive reviews | 36.2% of reviews | **98.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#124** | — |
| Size | 143 MB | 61 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Nova Network Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1642834732) | [POSTING2 LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1893819464) |

## What reviewers say

### NOVA

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

**Currently charting:** #124 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


### posting2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/posting2/id6762965370)

A simple, ad-free social media platform focused on human connection. It prioritizes content from your immediate network and uses an in-app polling system for community-driven changes. Funding is entirely voluntary.

**Highlights:** Ad-free experience, No algorithms, Content from your network, In-app polling system, Voluntary donations for funding

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Support — $3 | $2.99 | per month |
| Monthly Support — $5 | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly Support — $10 | $9.99 | per month |
| $3 Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| $5 Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| $10 Tip | $9.99 | one-time |
| $25 Tip | $24.99 | one-time |
| $50 Tip | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NOVA free?

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

### Is posting2 free?

posting2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, NOVA or posting2?

posting2 is rated higher. NOVA averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while posting2 averages 5.0 from 410 ratings.

### Do NOVA or posting2 have ads?

Neither NOVA nor posting2 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, NOVA or posting2?

NOVA ships an update every 3 weeks, and posting2 every 11 days. Most recently, NOVA was updated on September 22, 2026 and posting2 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.*