# Nova Chat vs Direct Chat

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Direct Chat at none against Nova Chat's 3. Direct Chat also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Nova Chat sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Direct Chat asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Nova Chat against 5.0 for Direct Chat. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | Nova Chat | Direct Chat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nova-chat-ai-bot-assistant/id6705125203/reviews) | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/direct-chat-simple-ai-chat/id6770761206/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 62 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Hitesh Bhagchandani](https://appshunter.io/developer/1812323967) | [ACTON ACADEMY OF BERGEN COUNTY INC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896762960) |

## What reviewers say

### Nova Chat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nova-chat-ai-bot-assistant/id6705125203)

This AI assistant helps with writing, studying, planning, and translation. It can answer questions by typing, talking, or using photos and screenshots. Offers smart modes for various tasks and integrates with Siri for hands-free use.

**Highlights:** AI-powered writing assistance, Step-by-step learning explanations, Goal planning and prioritization, Photo and screen content analysis, Siri integration for hands-free use, Voice chat with read-aloud answers

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NovaChat Pro Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| NovaChat Pro Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| NovaChat Pro Yearly | $49.99 | per year |


### Direct Chat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/direct-chat-simple-ai-chat/id6770761206)

This AI chat application provides quick, direct answers to your questions. It supports attaching images or files for more context and allows you to export conversations. Conversations are not saved unless you choose to export them.

**Highlights:** Quick, direct AI answers, Attach images and files, Concise responses, Exportable conversations, No saved conversations by default

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Nova Chat free?

Nova Chat is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Direct Chat free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Nova Chat or Direct Chat?

Nova Chat and Direct Chat are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 2 ratings respectively.

### Do Nova Chat or Direct Chat have ads?

Neither Nova Chat nor Direct Chat shows ads.

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