Nextdoor: Local News, Garage Sales & Home Services

Nextdoor is the app that offers you fresh updates on everything that happens around you. The app is free of charge and is widely used around the world. It was downloaded over 10 million times from Google Play Store only. The app is available on the Android platform for mobile phones.

Design and Usability 8/10

The app is full of bright colors, great photos, and multiple offers that may be useful for you. However, it looks a little bit messy. If you just join this app and enter the community of friendly neighbors, you may find it hard to find something particular you are looking for. The main reason for this craziness is the tons of information that the app contains. It could be more beneficial if the buttons were signed so you would know which tools to use and when to use them. After some time you will get used to it, and find all the services you need. Our advice is to use the quick search that is available on the upper panel.

Key Functions 10/10

You may consider Nextdoor as the social network for your neighborhood. This app contains all the latest updates on life in your area. Besides, you can find the next services incredibly useful:

• Important questions are open for your opinion via the app. Join the discussion and change your neighborhood;

• You may find the things you always wanted via the virtual garage sale;

• You can sell the thing you don’t need with the help of the app;

• Find out the best cafes and restaurants in your area. Check out local businesses via the app and be the one to leave the reviews on them;

• You may introduce yourself to the neighbors and join the groups by interests. Find out when and where the next book club will be.

Security 10/10

The Nextdoor app uses several services in your phone. This app needs access to your GPS, your Internet, and possibly your camera. Besides, you may sell and buy through it. This means that you may leave other personal information about you. However, Nextdoor developers reassure its users that the app is totally safe, and all your personal data is encrypted.