# NOVA vs Lumi

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Lumi at 100% against NOVA's 37%. Lumi 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 3) and chart position (#117 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. Lumi asks for nothing beyond the download.

Lumi 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 3, 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 Lumi's.

NOVA ships an update every 3 weeks, Lumi weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | NOVA | Lumi |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nova-the-creative-network/id1642834730/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lumi-creator-collaboration/id6766345449/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 36.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#117** | — |
| Size | 143 MB | 51 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) | [Lumi Creator Benefit Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896278902) |

## What reviewers say

### NOVA

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

**Currently charting:** #117 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


### Lumi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lumi-creator-collaboration/id6766345449)

Connect with local creatives to build your profile, discover collaborators, and start projects. Post briefs to find the talent you need and see what's happening in your city's creative scene.

**Highlights:** Build creative profiles, Discover local collaborators, Direct messaging, Post project briefs, Local creative feed, Project Studio for collaboration

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NOVA free?

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

### Is Lumi free?

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

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

Lumi is rated higher. NOVA averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Lumi averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do NOVA or Lumi have ads?

Neither NOVA nor Lumi shows ads.

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

NOVA ships an update every 3 weeks, and Lumi weekly. Most recently, NOVA was updated on October 27, 2026 and Lumi on October 14, 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.*