Comparison

MobileXRM vs Nova Installer

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

Head to head
About

MobileXRM

This mobile application provides dealership users with essential CRM functionalities on their smartphones. It offers real-time access to customer data, inventory, leads, and follow-ups, enabling sales on the go and freeing users from their desks.

Highlights
  • Real-time customer data access
  • Inventory management
  • Follow-up tracking
  • Internet lead management
  • Opportunity measurement
  • Mobile sales enablement
Features
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MobileXRM is designed specifically for Smart Phones and the mobile platform and enables dealership users to stay connected and sell on the go. It has many of the key functionalities of CAR-Research's CRM, all in the palm of the hand and entirely mobile. MobileXRM provides instant access to real-time Customer Data, Inventory, Follow-ups, Internet Leads and more. It enables Real-time opportunity measurement including; How many Internet Leads, Emails, Appointments, Sales Process, etc. It completely unchains the user from their desk.

About

Nova Installer

Features
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NovaInstaller is a professional installer application designed for field technicians to efficiently install, validate, and manage devices across multiple sites. The app simplifies installation workflows using secure token-based access—no email, password, or OTP required. Installers can quickly start working by entering an installer token, which automatically configures their access to the correct organization, assets, and permissions. Key Features: • Token-Based Secure Login Instant access using installer tokens—no traditional login required • Guided Installation Flow Step-by-step instructions for accurate and efficient installations • Scan & Install Quick QR-based device scanning for seamless setup • Health Check System Automatic validation of device status including connectivity, battery, GPS, and signal strength • Multiple Installation Modes New Installation Continue Installation Sensor Swap Kit Installation (bulk device setup via single QR) • Image Capture for Verification Mandatory photo capture ensures installation proof • Real-Time Status Tracking Track installation progress and device health • Error Handling & Retry Mechanisms Handles network issues, device validation failures, and scanning errors gracefully NovaInstaller is built to improve installation accuracy, reduce manual errors, and increase operational efficiency for field teams.

Screenshots

MobileXRM3 screens
Nova Installer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: MobileXRM at 11.0 against Nova Installer's 15.1. On price, update cadence, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MobileXRM ships an update every 2 months, Nova Installer every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
MobileXRM versus Nova Installer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMobileXRMNova Installer
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.2 (45 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews22.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings45 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB56 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCAR Research XRMNovaMobilesys

Bugs and requests

MobileXRM

Reported bugs

27 issues
  • Refuses to save appointments and freezes
  • Refuses to re-open until deleted and reinstalled
  • Keyboard isn’t properly scaling
  • Camera will sometimes fail to work
  • Windows app crashes constantly
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  • Web app will refuse to open
  • Texting can’t receive emoji
  • App is blank, no information
  • App does not look good
  • Doesn’t let user put notes in after scanning DLs
  • Unable to leave notes or memo customer profiles
  • App crashes constantly
  • Gives blank screens if left open
  • No way back to home screen without logging off
  • Layout is scattered and confusing
  • Crashes constantly
  • Can’t even open customer profiles
  • Trade in VIN scanner crashes after update
  • Email function errors and lost emails
  • Cannot mark customers sold or not sold
  • App crashes when trying to log in
  • App crashes as soon as login is hit
  • App crashes immediately upon log in
  • App won't open
  • App force closes when trying to log in
  • App shuts completely down after typing login info
  • Doesn't show showroom traffic

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to text from iPhone
  • Horizontal mode for iPad with keyboard
  • Printing option for forms and packets
  • Showroom traffic display
  • AirPrint compatibility

Nova Installer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

MobileXRM

No in-app purchases

None

Nova Installer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MobileXRM free?
MobileXRM is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Nova Installer free?
Nova Installer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MobileXRM or Nova Installer have ads?
Neither MobileXRM nor Nova Installer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MobileXRM or Nova Installer?
MobileXRM ships an update every 2 months, and Nova Installer every 6 weeks. Most recently, MobileXRM was updated on November 1, 2026 and Nova Installer on November 5, 2026.

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