Nkong App vs iStore Pay
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Nkong App
Facilitates secure and transparent financial transactions between buyers and sellers. It allows for the creation and sending of invoices, holding funds in escrow until all obligations are met, ensuring peace of mind for both parties.
- Secure escrow payments
- Create and send invoices
- Instant in-app support
- Immediate fund release
- Real-time payment notifications
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Safe & Simple Escrow Payments Nkong makes your transactions secure, transparent, and stress-free. Create and send invoices in seconds, whether you’re a buyer or a seller. Your funds stay protected in escrow until both parties meet their obligations, guaranteeing peace of mind for everyone. Key Features: - Quick & easy sign-in/sign-up - Create and share invoices instantly - Instant in-app support when you need it - Immediate release of funds once both agree - Real-time payment notifications Download Nkong today and enjoy safe, hassle-free transactions, every time.
iStore Pay
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Turn your iPhone into a secure payment terminal in under 15 minutes with the all-new iStore Pay app. This dedicated business payment solution from iStore—Apple’s only Premium Partner in Africa—allows you to take payments from anywhere with no hidden fees. With a model where you only pay when you transact or request a payout, it is the ultimate solution for your small business. iStore Pay enables Apple’s Tap to Pay on iPhone, allowing local businesses to seamlessly and securely accept all forms of in-person, contactless payments. This includes everything from physical debit and credit cards to Apple Pay and other digital wallets—using only your iPhone and the iStore Pay app. It is easy, secure and requires no additional hardware or payment terminals. App Features: Get Started in Minutes: Download the iStore Pay app and start transacting in under 15 minutes. Tap to Pay on iPhone: Accept contactless credit and debit cards, Apple Pay and other digital wallets with a simple tap on your iPhone. Zero Barrier to Entry: Start accepting payments right on your current iPhone. Your Business Command Centre: Monitor sales, track transaction history and manage funds or refunds in real-time. Secure and Private: Leveraging Apple’s built-in features, card numbers are never stored on Apple servers, ensuring business and customer data stay private.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Nkong App at 13.0 against iStore Pay's 18.0. On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Nkong App | iStore Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 57 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | iMbu On-Demand IT Solutions GmbH | ZA Online Store (Pty) Ltd |
In-app purchases
Nkong App
No in-app purchases
iStore Pay
No in-app purchases









