HomeNome vs Akerayu
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HomeNome
This app simplifies the process of finding off-campus student housing. Students can input their preferences and invite friends to search together, receiving direct contact from property managers with suitable options. Property managers can list properties and connect with student groups.
- Input housing preferences
- Invite friends to housing search
- Receive direct property manager contact
- Chat with property managers
- Manage property listings
- Connect with student groups
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HomeNome - Find Off-Campus Student Housing Easily Less roam. More home. Just nome. HomeNome makes finding off-campus housing simple and stress-free for students. Whether you're looking for a house with friends or solo, HomeNome lets you list your must-haves and preferences, and property managers will contact you with options that fit your needs. No more endless searching! For Students: - Input your housing preferences and group details. - Invite friends to join your housing search. - Get contacted directly by property managers with tailored housing options. - Chat directly with property managers for quick and easy communication. For Property Managers: - Manage your listings effortlessly on one platform. - Adjust property details on the fly to match student needs. - Find student groups that match your properties and chat with them directly. - Streamline your communication and leasing process with potential tenants. Find your next off-campus home with ease on HomeNome!
Akerayu
Find your ideal property with this real estate app. It offers advanced search filters, detailed listings, and personalized recommendations for buyers, renters, and sellers. Communicate directly with agents and save your favorite searches for a seamless property search experience.
- Advanced search filters
- Comprehensive property listings
- Personalized recommendations
- Interactive map view
- Saved searches and alerts
- In-app messaging
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Discover Your Dream Home with Akerayu! Welcome to Akerayu, the ultimate real estate app designed to make your property search seamless and efficient. Whether you are buying, renting, or selling, Akerayu offers advanced search tools, comprehensive listings, and personalized recommendations to help you find the perfect home. Key Features: Advanced Search Filters: Refine your search with various filters including location, price range, property type, and more. Comprehensive Listings: Browse through thousands of real estate listings with high-quality photos and detailed descriptions. Personalized Recommendations: Get property suggestions tailored to your preferences and search history. Interactive Map: Explore properties on an interactive map to find homes in your desired neighborhood. Saved Searches & Alerts: Save your favorite searches and get notified when new properties that match your criteria are listed. In-App Messaging: Communicate directly with sellers or agents through our secure messaging system. Why Choose Akerayu? Akerayu simplifies the real estate process, providing you with all the tools and information you need to make the best decision. Our user-friendly interface and robust features ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for buyers, renters, and sellers alike. Download Akerayu Today! Join thousands of satisfied users and find your dream home with Akerayu. Download now and start your property journey today!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Akerayu at 5.0 against HomeNome's 4.0. Akerayu also leads on ratings volume (13 vs 4). HomeNome's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 25 months). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Akerayu holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 13 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
HomeNome ships an update every 3 weeks, Akerayu every 25 months. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HomeNome | Akerayu |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (4 ratings) | 5.0 (13 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 13 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 25 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 63 MB | 46 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | PHG | Dagmawi Asres |
Customer experience
HomeNome
Akerayu
In-app purchases
HomeNome
No in-app purchases
Akerayu
No in-app purchases
