Comparison

Neighbor Solutions vs Olkano

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

About

Olkano

This app provides peace of mind for individuals living alone by sending automated check-in reminders. If a check-in is missed, designated trusted contacts are notified. It prioritizes user privacy with no ads or trackers.

Highlights
  • Daily check-in reminders
  • Trusted contact alerts
  • Privacy-first design
  • No ads or trackers
  • Free plan available
Features
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Olkano is a check-in reminder app for people who live alone. Tap once to confirm you’re OK. If you miss a check-in, your trusted contacts get an alert. No alerts are sent when you check in—only if you miss one. Privacy-first by design: no ads, no trackers, and no third-party analytics. Free plan available. Terms of Use: https://www.olkano.com/terms/

Screenshots

Neighbor Solutions4 screens
Olkano4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Olkano at 5.0 against Neighbor Solutions's 4.0. Neighbor Solutions's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (4 vs 1). On price, review sentiment, ads 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. Olkano sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Neighbor Solutions asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Olkano holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Neighbor Solutions versus Olkano: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNeighbor SolutionsOlkano
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (4 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4 — better1
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOurTechnology, IncOUTWIT CODE, LLC

Customer experience

Neighbor Solutions

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Olkano

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Neighbor Solutions

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Olkano

Subscriptions2
  • Olkano Plus Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Olkano Plus Yearly$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Neighbor Solutions free?
Neighbor Solutions is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Olkano free?
Olkano is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Neighbor Solutions or Olkano?
Olkano is rated higher. Neighbor Solutions averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Olkano averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Neighbor Solutions or Olkano have ads?
Neither Neighbor Solutions nor Olkano shows ads.

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