Bloom Direct vs Plantative
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Bloom Direct
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With the Bloom Direct app for phone as well as tablet, you always have direct access to a wide selection of daily fresh products. You can also view orders, top up or create new orders from any location: on the road, from your holiday destination, the shop, or from the comforts of your own home. The app offers everything wholesale companies need for quick and easy stock management. Are you already a customer and do you normally place orders through the webshop on your computer? Just simply log on using the same login details Not an online customer yet? When you have downloaded the app, you will immediately see the option to register as new customer on the login page. The explanation and tutorial will follow after you have logged in. โข Easy navigation through the complete selection โข Easy filtering to get straight to the desired product โข View previous orders, repeat or create new orders โข Fast ordering
Plantative
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Buy and sell plants Connect with plant enthusiasts worldwide to buy, sell, or trade your favorite plants. Whether you're looking for something special or want to find a new home for your extra plants, our community is the perfect place to grow your collection. Plant Recognition Identify any plant with a simple snap of your camera. Our AI-powered recognition system helps you discover species names, care requirements, and interesting facts about the plants you encounter in gardens, parks, or your daily life. Expert Plant Care Get instant, personalized advice for your plants anytime. Whether you're dealing with diseases, watering questions, or need help identifying your plants, Plantative Doctor gives you expert guidance tailored to your specific situation.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Plantative at every 2 weeks against Bloom Direct's monthly. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Bloom Direct ships an update monthly, Plantative every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Bloom Direct | Plantative |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 2 weeks โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.0 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 81 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | FM Group Holding BV | Sebastiaan Verplancke |
In-app purchases
Bloom Direct
No in-app purchases
Plantative
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Bloom Direct free?
Is Plantative free?
Do Bloom Direct or Plantative have ads?
Which is updated more often, Bloom Direct or Plantative?
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