GiveInstead vs Neighbor Solutions
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GiveInstead
This app facilitates charitable giving by allowing users to donate funds they would have otherwise spent on non-essential purchases. It offers a unique way for individuals to practice generosity and for charities to receive additional support.
- Redirect planned spending to charities
- Support favorite charities
- Track charitable giving
- Ministry-focused giving
- Simple donation process
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GiveInstead helps givers give and charities receive in a new, unique way. Anecdotes are best. I'm on my way to work and plan to stop by for a froofy coffee on the way. I know I'm called to give as God has given so generously, and to be a good steward of what He's provided. So, I decide to pop open the GiveInstead app, type $5.87 into the amount field and - because my favorite charity is already defaulted - I just touch "Give", and I move on. I just gave ... instead of buying something I wanted but did not really need. What a concept! GiveInstead is a simple app for giving, helping generous people give in moments where they planned to spend money either way, but wish to choose giving over consuming. Imagine the result... hundreds or dollars (thousands?) given each month rather than buying stuff, "where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal" (Matt 6:19). And if you're one of the charities involved, imagine receiving more donations, on top of one-time gifts and monthly recurring giving. This app - in short - is a ministry intended to prime our collective pumps for GIVING as our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ gave so fully and sacrificially. GiveInstead is a ministry of HowGiving. Learn more at GiveInstead.app or HowGiving.org.
Neighbor Solutions
This app connects individuals experiencing homelessness with local shelters, food banks, and medical services. It also allows concerned citizens to easily find ways to help those in need within their community.
- Find local shelters and food banks
- Access medical services and support groups
- Request community assistance
- Contact hotlines for immediate support
- Report individuals in need
- User-friendly interface
- Resource mapping
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Navigating through tough times? We understand. Neighbor Solutions is here to support you, whether you're experiencing homelessness or looking to help those in need. This app is a vital resource, connecting you to local shelters, food banks, medical services, and support groups with just a few taps on your phone. For Those in Need: Finding help when facing homelessness can feel overwhelming. Neighbor Solutions is like a friend always there for you. Request assistance from your community right where you are or find someone to talk to now via our hotline. It's more than an app; it's a lifeline, providing the support you need, exactly when you need it. For Concerned Citizens: Want to help a neighbor in need? Neighbor Solutions makes it easy to connect those who need a helping hand with local resources. See someone who could use support? Use our referral feature to notify local services or communities to provide direct assistance. Key Features - Find local resources. Access information on nearby shelters, food banks, medical services, and support groups. - Request help. Easily request assistance from your community or contact a hotline for immediate support. - Report someone in need. Use the app to report a person in need, including a photo, pin drop, and description of the situation. - User-friendly interface: Simple and intuitive design for easy navigation. - Resource mapping: Locate essential services near you, including shelters, food pantries, affordable housing, job centers, medical clinics, and more. What others have said about Neighbor Solutions: “I love how easy it is to see where all the shelters and resources are located … so nice to have info on ways to help right on the phone …” Treybcool “As a community member I find this app to be a powerful tool that allows me to do something.” GreenGreenGrassofHome “Very functional, a modern solution for an ancient problem.” shellpalm “Love how easy it is to share resources and take pictures if we can’t speak to them directly so someone can help them.” Briana & Davis Download Neighbor Solutions to start making a difference in your life or the lives of others today.
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Verdict
GiveInstead and Neighbor Solutions are too close to call on the numbers: across 8 compared parameters — price, rating, ratings volume and ads among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for GiveInstead against 5.0 for Neighbor Solutions. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively.
| Parameter | GiveInstead | Neighbor Solutions |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HowGiving LLC | OurTechnology, Inc |
Customer experience
GiveInstead
Neighbor Solutions
In-app purchases
GiveInstead
No in-app purchases
Neighbor Solutions
No in-app purchases
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