Comparison

Equipment Trader vs Ostva

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Equipment Trader

This app connects individuals and businesses needing heavy equipment with dealers selling and renting it. It offers a vast selection of classified ads for various types of equipment, facilitating online research and purchasing.

Highlights
  • Connects buyers and sellers of heavy equipment
  • Extensive classified ad listings
  • Search for earthmoving, agricultural, and industrial equipment
  • Find trailers and salvage items
  • Supports dealers and independent owners
  • Online research and purchasing tools
Features
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EquipmentTrader's mission is to bring everyone who needs heavy equipment to the dealers who sell and rent it. We believe in supporting small business and civic needs through robust search capabilities while keeping an eye on an easy Visitor experience. EquipmentTrader is a part of the Trader Interactive family of sites which also include CommercialTruckTrader, CycleTrader, and RVTrader. At EquipmentTrader, you will find the widest selection of classified ads with over 110,000 listings to choose from and dealers nationwide. EquipmentTrader is the leading online classified advertising service bringing equipment buyers and sellers together in one virtual marketplace. We reach over 1 million active equipment buyers a month through our website. We showcase a variety of earthmoving, agricultural, forestry, mining and industrial equipment, as well as trailers and salvage items. EquipmentTrader provides dealers and independent owners alike access to equipment buyers who are interested in researching and purchasing new and used equipment online. EquipmentTrader is part of TraderOnline.com's network of Web sites covering new and used vehicle categories such as boats, trucks, motorcycles, ATVs and aircraft, as well as general merchandise. Our number one goal is to provide the best service possible for our users. As a division of Trader Interactive, EquipmentTrader boasts the very best in technical support, hardware and software to ensure that we are always ready when you need us.

About

Ostva

Connect with your community to rent items or get tasks done. Easily list your own assets for rent or offer your skills to earn extra income. Build trust through ratings and secure payments.

Highlights
  • Rent and rent out items
  • Request and complete tasks
  • Earn extra income
  • Community trust features
  • Manage listings and tasks
  • Secure payment processing
Features
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Discover Ostva, the ultimate sharing economy platform that connects you with your community and helps you wherever you go! With Ostva, you can easily rent and rent out items or request and complete tasks, all in one convenient app. Whether you need to rent power tools or electronics, find a helping hand for moving, rent out your underutilized assets, or offer your skills to complete tasks, Ostva connects you with trusted people to get things done affordably and efficiently. Rent and Rent Out Items Maximize the value of your unused or underutilized assets by listing them for rent on Ostva. Whether it's tools, electronics, sports equipment, or other items, you can easily connect with people who need them. Conversely, if you need to rent something, you can find a wide variety of items available from trusted users. Enjoy the flexibility of renting items anytime, anywhere, making it convenient and cost-effective to access what you need when you need it. Request and Complete Tasks Post tasks and find skilled locals ready to help or offer your skills to complete tasks for others. Whether you need assistance with home repairs, yard work, moving, or other projects, you can easily find reliable help within your community. Likewise, if you have skills to offer, you can connect with people who need your expertise, helping the community and providing a great way to earn extra income. Earn Extra Income Turn your items and skills into cash by renting them out or completing tasks for others. Whether you have underutilized assets or valuable skills, Ostva provides a platform to monetize them, helping you earn extra income while supporting your community. Community Trust Build a trustworthy network with our robust rating and review system, and thorough user verification processes, to ensure a positive experience for everyone. Enjoy peace of mind with our secure payment processing and optional security deposit features, providing extra assurance for high-value rentals. Manage Your Listings Easily manage all your listings, including availability, rates, and terms. Keep track of your rentals and tasks, and update details with just a few clicks. Effortlessly manage rental requests and task applications, view and respond to inquiries, and coordinate with renters and taskers seamlessly. Our intuitive management tools help you stay organized and ensure smooth transactions, allowing you to maximize your earnings and provide a great experience for others. Join Ostva today and start sharing, earning, and connecting with your community like never before, no matter where you are!

Screenshots

Equipment Trader4 screens
Ostva4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Ostva at 100% against Equipment Trader's 23%. Ostva also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). Equipment Trader's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Ostva holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Equipment Trader has 544 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 23% of Equipment Trader's written reviews are positive against 100% of Ostva's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Equipment Trader ships an update weekly, Ostva every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and June 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Equipment Trader versus Ostva: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEquipment TraderOstva
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (544 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews23.1% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings544 — better4
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size149 MB100 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperTrader Interactive, LLCPetadev Solutions Korlatolt Felelossegu Tarsasag

Customer experience

Equipment Trader

All ratings544 ratings
Positive94.7%
Neutral2.0%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive23.1%
Neutral3.8%
Negative73.1%

Ostva

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Equipment Trader

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • App fails/crashes frequently
  • Login issues (password/username not remembered)
  • Search feature not working correctly
  • Limited search results and inability to load more
  • App crashes when trying to load more results
Show 5 more
  • App crashes upon opening and hitting search
  • App not working on specific iOS versions
  • App crashes on iPhone after updates
  • App doesn't display local dealers
  • App crashes when opening

Requested features

3 requests
  • More filters for tractors (e.g., HP range, compact)
  • Improved search functionality
  • Landscape view on iPad

Ostva

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Equipment Trader

No in-app purchases

None

Ostva

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Equipment Trader free?
Equipment Trader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ostva free?
Ostva is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Equipment Trader or Ostva?
Ostva is rated higher. Equipment Trader averages 4.7 out of 5 from 544 ratings, while Ostva averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do Equipment Trader or Ostva have ads?
Ostva shows ads; Equipment Trader does not.
Which is updated more often, Equipment Trader or Ostva?
Equipment Trader ships an update weekly, and Ostva every 3 months. Most recently, Equipment Trader was updated on September 26, 2026 and Ostva on June 9, 2026.

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