# NextApp vs CTA Dex

The clearest difference is update cadence: CTA Dex at every 9 days against NextApp's every 95 months. CTA Dex also leads on ratings volume (1.2K vs 4) and device support. NextApp's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NextApp sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and CTA Dex sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

NextApp holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CTA Dex has 1.2K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of NextApp's written reviews are positive against 94% of CTA Dex's.

NextApp ships an update every 95 months, CTA Dex every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | NextApp | CTA Dex |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nextapp-idea-tracker/id857190839/reviews)** | [4.8 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cta-dex/id1522211974/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 94.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | — | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 95 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 25 MB | 223 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | — | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Timothy Allard](https://appshunter.io/developer/827514407) | [Leonardo Dezordi de Jesus](https://appshunter.io/developer/1491946240) |

## What reviewers say

### NextApp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nextapp-idea-tracker/id857190839)

This app provides a structured environment to develop and track app ideas from initial concept to launch. It helps organize plans, set goals, and share progress with a community. Ideal for creators looking to bring their projects to life.

**Highlights:** Organize app ideas, Build product plans, Track launch readiness, Set revenue goals, Publish Maker Profile, Share project needs

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Next App Pro Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Next App Pro Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| Next App Pro Lifetime | $119.99 | one-time |


### CTA Dex

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cta-dex/id1522211974)

This comprehensive companion app helps Pokémon trainers track their collections, plan teams, and access detailed information for every main series game. It includes features for shiny hunting, TCG card collection, and more.

**Highlights:** Complete National Pokédex with all forms, Collection and shiny tracking, Team builder for all supported games, Shiny hunt counter and statistics, TCG card collection tracker, Detailed Pokémon stats and move databases

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Great Ball | $0.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| Monthly Master Ball | $4.99 | per month |
| Annual Premium | $14.99 | per year |
| Small Extra Tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Small tip! | $2.99 | one-time |
| Big tip! | $4.99 | one-time |
| Big Extra Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Huge tip! | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Comprehensive Pokédex with all games
- 🚀 Fast updates with new game releases
- 📊 Detailed tracking of Pokédex progress, living dex, and shiny dex
- 🔍 Helpful filters and search options
- 📚 Useful information like type weaknesses, evolution methods, and more

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Ads can be intrusive, but can be removed with a small tip
- 🐛 Some bugs and glitches reported, like disappearing teams and missing Pokémon forms
- 🔍 Wish for more granular filtering options (e.g., specific type combinations)

**Reported bugs**

- Missing mega evolution Pokémon like mega Dragonite
- Issues with loading move information in the Team Builder for Pokémon Legends: Arceus
- Paldea National Pokédex numbers are incorrect

**Requested features**

- Add Pokémon Go integration and checklist
- Implement a mass deletion/reset option
- Allow creating custom checklists (e.g., for DLC Pokédexes)
- Add the ability to view and track Pokémon forms, including Alolan, Galarian, and regional variants
- Integrate Pokémon Home functionality more deeply


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NextApp free?

NextApp is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is CTA Dex free?

CTA Dex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, NextApp or CTA Dex?

NextApp is rated higher. NextApp averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while CTA Dex averages 4.8 from 1.2K ratings.

### Which is updated more often, NextApp or CTA Dex?

NextApp ships an update every 95 months, and CTA Dex every 9 days. Most recently, NextApp was updated on October 3, 2026 and CTA Dex on October 13, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*