Comparison

NCBA NOW vs Realix Property

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

Head to head
About

NCBA NOW

Manage your banking needs with this app, offering features for both customers and non-customers. Perform various payments, manage accounts, and access customer support conveniently.

Highlights
  • eCitizen Government services payment
  • Account balance hiding/unhiding
  • Credit card bill payment and statement viewing
  • Debit & Credit Card Set/Change PIN
  • Insurance premium payments
  • M-Pesa to NCBA Account transfer
  • KRA domestic payments (iTax)
Features
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The NCBA NOW App has exciting features that make your banking experience with NCBA Bank fast and convenient. Enjoy the following features and so much more when you download the NCBA NOW App: • Transfer with confidence — recipient names now appear instantly when you enter a phone number, helping you send funds accurately. • Enjoy faster branch visits — initiate your cash deposit and/or withdrawal on the NCBA NOW app before reaching the counter, with no transaction forms needed. • Open your NCBA account anytime, anywhere - no queues, just a seamless start to your banking journey. • Payment of eCitizen Government services • Hide/unhide your account balance • Credit card bill payment balance and statement viewing • Debit & Credit Card Set PIN and Change PIN • Insurance premium payments • M-Pesa to NCBA Account transfer • KRA domestic payments (iTax) • Unit Trust accounts management • Details of your Relationship Manager • Fast contact to NCBA contact centre via telephone, email and WhatsApp • Secure payment options via RTGS, EFT and Pesalink • Lipa na M-Pesa services (PayBill / Buy good / Till) directly from your account • Top up for Expressway toll payments • Buy and sell forex through the FX Now feature

About

Realix Property

Features
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Realix is a smart property management platform designed to simplify rent payments and streamline property operations for landlords, tenants and proeprty managers. Mnaging rental properties can be complex but Realix brings everything into one powerful and easy to use platform. From tracking rent payments to handling maintenance requets and analyzing property performance, Realix helps you stay in control all the times. Key Features Property & Unit Management Easily organize properties, floors, and individual units. Assign unit types such as bedsitters, one-bedroom, or multi-bedroom units, and set rental prices for each. Tenant Management Create and manage tenant profiles, assign tenants to specific units, and keep track of occupancy and rental history. Rent Payments & Tracking Tenants can pay rent securely through the app, either monthly or for multiple months in advance. Landlords can track all payments, view outstanding balances, and access detailed payment histories. Maintenance Requests Tenants can report maintenance issues directly through the app. Landlords and property managers can track progress and resolve issues efficiently. Analytics & Reports Gain valuable insights into property performance with analytics such as occupancy rates, rent collection trends, and outstanding balances. Expense Management Track operational costs such as water, garbage, and maintenance expenses, and optionally include them in tenant billing. Why Choose Realix? Simplifies rent collection and tracking Improves transparency between tenants and landlords Reduces manual record-keeping Enhances efficiency in property management Provides flexible payment options Built for Modern Property Management Realix is designed to modernize how rental properties are managed by combining property management tools with digital payment solutions, creating a seamless experience for all users. Whether you are a tenant looking for a simple way to pay rent or a landlord seeking better control and visibility over your properties, Realix provides the tools you need to manage everything in one place.

Screenshots

NCBA NOW4 screens
Realix Property4 screens

Verdict

The call

NCBA NOW and Realix Property are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
NCBA NOW versus Realix Property: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNCBA NOWRealix Property
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.5 (20 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews14.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings20 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size118 MB48 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperNIC Bank Kenya PLCGraham Ongaro

In-app purchases

None

NCBA NOW

No in-app purchases

None

Realix Property

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NCBA NOW free?
NCBA NOW is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Realix Property free?
Realix Property is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do NCBA NOW or Realix Property have ads?
Neither NCBA NOW nor Realix Property shows ads.

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