# Amazon Shopping vs Nordstrom

Amazon Shopping and Nordstrom both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 85% of Nordstrom's written reviews are positive against 23% of Amazon Shopping's. Nordstrom also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4). Amazon Shopping's advantage is chart position (#6 vs #73) and ratings volume (8.5M vs 1.5M). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Amazon Shopping sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Nordstrom asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Amazon Shopping against 4.9 for Nordstrom. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Amazon Shopping has 8.5M ratings behind it against 1.5M, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 23% of Amazon Shopping's written reviews are positive against 85% of Nordstrom's.

Amazon Shopping ships an update fortnightly, Nordstrom every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 8, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Amazon Shopping | Nordstrom |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (8.5M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/amazon-shopping/id297606951/reviews) | **[4.9 (1.5M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nordstrom/id474349412/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8.5M** | 1.5M |
| Positive reviews | 23.1% of reviews | **85.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#6** | #73 |
| Size | 241 MB | 225 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | +12 | 4+ |
| Developer | [AMZN Mobile LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/297606954) | [Nordstrom, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/474349415) |

## What reviewers say

### Amazon Shopping

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/amazon-shopping/id297606951)

**Currently charting:** #6 Top Free · Shopping, #16 Top Grossing · Shopping, #33 Top Free (US App Store)

Shop millions of products with app-exclusive benefits for a faster, easier experience. Track deliveries in real-time, view products in 360°, get sale alerts, and enjoy secure sign-in. Access 24/7 live chat support and find items by scanning them.

**Highlights:** Real-time delivery tracking, 360° product view, View in your room (AR), Price drop alerts, Secure sign-in (fingerprint/face ID), 24/7 live chat support, Product scanning for search

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Audible Standard Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Amazon Music Unlimited Individual | $13.99 | per month |
| Audible Premium Monthly | $15.99 | per month |
| 1 Audible Credit | $15.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to navigate
- 🔒 Secure transactions
- 👍 Convenient delivery options
- 🚀 Quick app performance
- 👍 Variety of products

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy search and filtering
- 🔍 Difficult to find products
- 🤖 Frustrating AI chatbot
- 🤔 Confusing UI changes
- ⏱️ Delayed deliveries

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when navigating back
- Inconsistent product information display
- Shipping address changes without notice
- Inability to view product reviews

**Requested features**

- Add ability to filter by free shipping
- Improve search functionality and relevance
- Provide better order tracking and notifications
- Bring back separate wishlists
- Add dark mode option


### Nordstrom

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nordstrom/id474349412)

**Currently charting:** #73 Top Free · Shopping (US App Store)

Shop a wide selection of clothing, shoes, and accessories for the whole family. Get personalized recommendations, track orders, and enjoy convenient features like curbside pickup and app-only alerts for sales and restocks.

**Highlights:** App-only alerts for sales and restocks, Personalized recommendations, Contactless curbside pickup, In-store QR code payment, Order tracking and purchase history, Wish list and favorite brands

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent customer service
- 🚀 Convenient and easy to use app
- 💎 High-quality products and brands
- 🎁 Rewards and loyalty program
- 🏪 Seamless in-store and online experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Issues with order cancellations and inventory tracking
- 🤔 Inconsistent returns and refund policies
- 🤯 Frustrating app navigation and login process
- 🙄 Lack of product reviews and customization options

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Inaccurate inventory and pricing information
- Unreliable delivery and shipping updates

**Requested features**

- Ability to share wish lists and shopping carts
- Improved product filtering and search functionality
- Better integration between app and website experiences
- Enhanced order tracking and status updates


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Amazon Shopping free?

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

### Is Nordstrom free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Amazon Shopping or Nordstrom?

Nordstrom is rated higher. Amazon Shopping averages 4.8 out of 5 from 8.5M ratings, while Nordstrom averages 4.9 from 1.5M ratings.

### Do Amazon Shopping or Nordstrom have ads?

Both Amazon Shopping and Nordstrom show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Amazon Shopping or Nordstrom?

Amazon Shopping ships an update fortnightly, and Nordstrom every 2 weeks. Most recently, Amazon Shopping was updated on November 8, 2026 and Nordstrom on November 8, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Amazon Shopping or Nordstrom?

Amazon Shopping currently peaks at #6 in the App Store charts, and Nordstrom at #73. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*