Comparison

Urbanova vs Asansa

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

Head to head
About

Urbanova

Find and book short-term rentals, apartments, vacation homes, and luxury beach houses with a smart real estate app. Browse verified listings, use powerful filters, and communicate directly with hosts for a confident booking experience.

Highlights
  • Discover verified property listings
  • Filter by location, type, amenities, price
  • Book shortlets, apartments, and vacation homes
  • In-app messaging with hosts
  • Instant booking notifications
  • Location-based search
Features
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Urbanova is your smart real estate and property booking app — making it easy to find, rent, or book shortlets, apartments, vacation homes, and luxury beach houses anywhere. Discover Properties Easily: •⁠ ⁠Browse thousands of verified listings with powerful filters by location, property type, amenities, and price. Book in Minutes: Whether it’s a weekend getaway, work trip, or **long-term rental*, secure your property instantly. Why Urbanova? Shortlets, Rentals & Beach Houses all in one app. Location-Based Search — find listings near you or in any city. In-App Messaging — chat directly with property agents or hosts. Instant Notifications — get updates on bookings and property status. Verified Listings & Agents - so you can book with confidence. Perfect for: Travelers searching for a short-term or vacation stay. Home seekers looking for apartments, townhouses, or luxury homes. Property agents connecting with verified renters or buyers. Urbanova — Find it. Book it. Live it.

About

Asansa

Features
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Asansa—Your Ultimate African Travel Companion Discover. Book. Experience. Africa, Like Never Before. Asansa is Africa's first comprehensive travel platform built by Africans, for travelers who want authentic experiences. Whether you're a local explorer seeking weekend getaways, a diaspora member reconnecting with your roots, or an international traveler discovering West Africa's hidden gems, Asansa connects you to verified accommodations, authentic restaurants, cultural experiences, and unforgettable attractions—all in one seamless app. Say goodbye to fragmented travel planning. Say hello to the Africa you've been searching for. VERIFIED ACCOMMODATIONS—Sleep Where Locals Recommend Finding the perfect place to stay shouldn't feel like gambling. That's why every accommodation on Asansa is personally verified, reviewed, and vetted for quality, safety, and authenticity. What You'll Find: Hotels & Resorts: From budget-friendly options to luxury escapes, discover hotels that combine comfort with African hospitality. Whether you need a business hotel near Airport Residential or a beachfront resort. We've curated the best. Private Homes & Apartments: Experience Africa like a local by staying in beautiful private homes and fully equipped apartments. Perfect for families, groups, or travelers who want space, privacy, and a home-away-from-home feel. Cook your own meals, host your friends, live like you belong. Guesthouses & B&Bs: Intimate, family-run guesthouses offer the warmth and personal touch that big hotels can't match. Wake up to home-cooked breakfast, get insider travel tips from your hosts, and experience authentic African hospitality. Unique Stays: Sleep in an eco-lodge surrounded by rainforest canopy. Wake up to ocean waves in a beach hut. Stay in a traditional compound and learn about African culture firsthand. Our unique stays aren't just accommodations—they're experiences themselves. Hostels: Budget travelers and backpackers, we've got you. Clean, safe, social hostels where you can meet fellow travelers, share stories, and explore Africa without breaking the bank. Why Asansa Accommodations Are Different: Personally Verified: Every property is inspected before listing. No surprises, no scams, no disappointments. Real Photos: What you see is what you get. No misleading images or false advertising. Authentic Reviews: Only verified guests can leave reviews. Real experiences from real travelers. Local Prices: We don't inflate prices for tourists. Fair, transparent pricing that respects both travelers and hosts. Mobile Money Payments: Pay instantly with mobile payments. Flexible Cancellation: Life happens. Many properties offer free cancellation up to 24-48 hours before check-in. RESTAURANTS & CAFES - Taste the Real Africa Africa's food scene is incredible—from street food that'll change your life to fine dining that rivals any global city. But finding the best spots? That's been the challenge. Until now. EXPERIENCES—Live in Africa, Don't Just Visit It. Users can book authentic cultural experiences, adventure activities, and local tours directly through Asansa. - Cultural Experiences - Heritage & History Tours - Traditional Festival Packages - Cooking Classes - Arts & Crafts Workshops - Hiking & Nature - Wildlife Safaris - Nightlife & Entertainment - Art & gallery tours, etc. ATTRACTIONS - Discover Africa's Treasures Asansa features the most comprehensive catalog of attractions and points of interest in Africa—more than any other platform, global or local. WHY CHOOSE ASANSA? 1. We're not a Silicon Valley company trying to "expand into emerging markets." We're Africans. We live here. We understand the context, the culture, and the nuances that global platforms miss. 2. Everything in One App Stop juggling five different apps and websites. Asansa is your complete travel companion—accommodations, dining, experiences, and attractions, all seamlessly integrated. Ready to explore Africa? Let's get started!.

Screenshots

Urbanova4 screens
Asansa4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Urbanova at none against Asansa's shown. Asansa's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Urbanova ships an update every 2 weeks, Asansa every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Urbanova versus Asansa: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUrbanovaAsansa
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB61 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperUrbanova LimitedLYTBRINGER TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED COMPANY

In-app purchases

None

Urbanova

No in-app purchases

None

Asansa

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Urbanova free?
Urbanova is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Asansa free?
Asansa is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Urbanova or Asansa have ads?
Asansa shows ads; Urbanova does not.
Which is updated more often, Urbanova or Asansa?
Urbanova ships an update every 2 weeks, and Asansa every 3 weeks. Most recently, Urbanova was updated on September 27, 2026 and Asansa on October 15, 2026.

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