Comparison

Nova vs Image Compressor & ZIP

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

Head to head
About

Nova

Features
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Nova is a beautifully designed notebook app powered by AI. Write notes, organize them into notebooks, and let Nova's AI assistant help you think, write, and discover connections. SMART NOTES - Create unlimited notes with rich markdown formatting - Organize with notebooks and tags - Beautiful dark mode support - Works offline - your notes stay on your device AI-POWERED FEATURES - Summarize long notes instantly - Continue writing with AI suggestions - Extract action items automatically - Ask questions about your notes - Find related notes across your library - Smart tag suggestions PRIVACY FIRST - All notes stored locally on your device - No account required - Your data never leaves your device unless you use AI features - AI processing uses secure, encrypted connections FREE TO USE - Unlimited notes and notebooks - 25 AI-powered searches per day - 15 AI summaries per day - Full markdown editor NOVA PRO ($4.99/month) - Unlimited AI features - Priority support - Support independent development Perfect for students, writers, researchers, and anyone who wants a smarter way to capture and organize their thoughts. Download Nova today and experience the future of note-taking. Terms of Use: https://www.novanotes.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.novanotes.app/privacy

About

Image Compressor & ZIP

This app lets you quickly shrink large image files, offering control over compression levels and format. You can compare image quality before saving and export compressed photos individually or bundled into a ZIP file. It prioritizes privacy by processing all data on your device without requiring an account or internet connection.

Highlights
  • Batch image compression
  • Adjustable compression levels
  • Side-by-side quality comparison
  • Export as ZIP file
  • Offline processing
  • On-device privacy
Features
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Image Compressor & ZIP turns your iPhone into a fast, private photo compressor. Shrink large images in seconds, keep them visually clear, and free up storage — then export everything as a tidy ZIP file. No account, no cloud, no waiting on a server. Compress photos quickly Pick one photo or dozens at once and compress them in a single batch. Image Compressor reduces file size fast so your pictures are easier to share, email, upload to forms, and send to clients. Big camera photos that clog up your phone become small, lightweight files you can actually move around. Choose your compression level Not every photo needs the same treatment, so you stay in control. Choose a ready-made level for the smallest possible file, a recommended balance of clarity and size that fits most photos, or a sharper setting that keeps more detail for work images, travel shots, and client sharing. Prefer to fine-tune? Adjust quality and resolution yourself and switch the output format between JPEG and PNG. Compare quality before you save Many compressors only show the result — and you discover the photo got blurry or barely shrank after it is already saved. Image Compressor lets you compare quality before and after side by side, so you can pick a setting with confidence. A built-in quality score (PSNR / SSIM) helps you judge how close the compressed image stays to the original, instead of guessing. See exactly how much you save Every compression shows the original size, the compressed size, and the space you saved, clearly and up front. No vague promises — just real numbers so you know the result was worth it before you export or share. Export as ZIP or share instantly Bundle a whole batch into one ZIP file for clean, organized export — perfect for sending many photos at once without uploading them anywhere. Or save compressed images straight to your device, drop them into the Files app, or share them instantly through the standard iOS share sheet to Mail, Messages, and other apps. Track your compression history A simple history keeps your recent compression results in one place, so you can revisit how much space you saved and grab the files again when you need them. The interface stays clean and simple, focused on getting the job done without clutter. Built for privacy Image Compressor is designed around five clear privacy promises: Offline: compressing, resizing, comparing, ZIP export, and saving all work without an internet connection. No Login: open the app and start compressing — no sign-up, no account, and no password just to shrink your own photos. Privacy First: your photos are personal, and the app treats them that way from start to finish. On Device: image processing, resizing, quality comparison, ZIP creation, and exports all happen on your iPhone. No Cloud Upload: your photos are never uploaded to our servers — nothing leaves your device unless you choose to share it yourself. Great for everyday photos and real work Use Image Compressor to shrink vacation albums before sharing, prepare lighter images for websites and email, fit photos under upload size limits on forms and job applications, send batches to clients without filling their inbox, or simply reclaim storage on a full phone. Students, freelancers, small business owners, real estate and trades workers, travelers, and anyone with too many big photos can compress, compare, and export in just a few taps. Simple workflow: pick your photos, choose a level, compare the result, and export as ZIP or share. Some features and unlimited use may require an active subscription, which may include a free trial. Pricing and terms are shown clearly before any purchase, and you can cancel anytime. Privacy Policy https://5gotogo.github.io/ImageCompressor-privacy/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use (EULA) https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Nova4 screens
Image Compressor & ZIP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Nova at 3 against Image Compressor & ZIP's 1. Nova also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. Nova sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month and Image Compressor & ZIP sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Nova versus Image Compressor & ZIP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNovaImage Compressor & ZIP
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequency—Monthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCai Yan Zhu家宝 戴

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Nova

Subscriptions1
  • Nova Pro$4.991 Month
2 purchases

Image Compressor & ZIP

Subscriptions2
  • ImageCompressor Pro Monthly3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • ImageCompressor Pro Yearly3 Days trial$14.991 Year

Questions

Is Nova free?
Nova is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Image Compressor & ZIP free?
Image Compressor & ZIP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Nova or Image Compressor & ZIP have ads?
Neither Nova nor Image Compressor & ZIP shows ads.

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