TheaterEars vs Zkipp
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TheaterEars
Watch new release films in Spanish at the movie theater. Select your movie, showtime, and language, and the app will sync to play the full soundtrack in Spanish through your phone. Enjoy cine en Español without language barriers.
- Watch new release films in Spanish
- Syncs with movie via phone microphone
- Thousands of theaters available (US & PR)
- Advanced reservations for upcoming movies
- Supports all premium formats (IMAX, 3D, etc.)
- Rate and share favorite movies
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NOTE: Content only available in the United States and Puerto Rico Join the movement! The TheaterEars app allows you to watch new release films at the movie theater in Spanish. Simply load the app select your movie, showtime and language to get the movie track on your phone. When you arrive at the movietheater, TheaterEars will sync to the movie through your phone's microphone and then play the full movie soundtrack in your chosen language. For millions, cine en Español, is now within reach without the barriers of language. • THOUSANDS OF THEATERS AVAILABLE (United States & Puerto Rico): TheaterEars is available in thousands of movie theaters nationwide. Simply select your date, movie theater, and showtime and you’ll be ready to use TheaterEars. • ADVANCED RESERVATIONS: Want to make sure that you don’t miss out on your favorite upcoming movie? With TheaterEars you can reserve your movie before it comes out (on selected titles). You’ll automatically be notified when the movie is available for you in our area. • AT HOME SHOWTIMES: Selected movies will be available for at home use. • ALL FORMATS: Use TheaterEars for all standard movies plus all premium formats such as IMAX, RealD, 3D, XD, Dolby Cinema, and more. • EASY TO CHANGE SHOWTIME: Change of plans? No problem. Change your movie showtime directly on the app anytime before showtime. • MULTI-LANGUAGE SUPPORT: Need support in English…en Español? No problem. TheaterEars interfaces with its users in both English and Spanish. • RATE & SHARE YOUR FAVORITE MOVIES: Love a movie? You can show your love by rating it on the TheaterEars app. Then you can share your ratings with friends on social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram). • MOVIE DESCRIPTIONS: Learn more about upcoming and current movies, access the movie summary, actors, and more on the TheaterEars app. Hundreds of Thousands have used TheaterEars to watch great movies such as F9, Avengers: Endgame, Joker, Coco, and more. TheaterEars is always adding new movies, so stay tuned for updates.
Zkipp
Discover and book tickets for exciting local events, from concerts to festivals. Access exclusive merchandise and unlock premium content for an immersive fan experience. Elevate your event attendance with this all-in-one entertainment solution.
- Discover exciting events
- Seamless ticket booking
- Shop exclusive merchandise
- Access exclusive content
- Immersive fan experience
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Looking for a one-stop solution for all your event needs? Look no further! Zkipp is the cutting-edge application you've been waiting for. With Zkipp, you're not just getting an app; you're gaining access to a world of entertainment, convenience, and exclusive experiences. Get Ready to Zkipp into Action! Discover Exciting Events: Zkipp offers a curated selection of the hottest events in town. From music concerts, cultural festivals and more, we've got it all. Never miss out on the next big thing in your city. Seamless Ticket Booking: Say goodbye to long queues and complicated ticket booking processes. With Zkipp, you can secure your spot with just a few taps. It's fast, it's easy, and it's in the palm of your hand. Shop Exclusive Merchandise: Love collecting souvenirs from your favorite events? Zkipp's got you covered. Explore exclusive event merchandise and grab your favorite artist's gear. It's like having a piece of the show with you, always. Access Exclusive Content: Zkipp takes your fan experience to the next level. Unlock premium content, behind-the-scenes footage, and artist interviews. Get closer to the action and your favorite stars. Don't just attend events, immerse yourself in them. Zkipp is your key to a world of entertainment, all from the convenience of your device. Join us today and elevate your event experience like never before! Download Zkipp now and start living the eventful life you've always dreamed of!
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Verdict
TheaterEars and Zkipp both sit at 4.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Zkipp's written reviews are positive against 61% of TheaterEars's. Zkipp also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). TheaterEars's advantage is ratings volume (59K vs 1) and chart position (#100 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and device support 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
Both are free to download. TheaterEars sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Zkipp asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for TheaterEars against 5.0 for Zkipp. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TheaterEars has 59K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 61% of TheaterEars's written reviews are positive against 100% of Zkipp's.
TheaterEars ships an update every 2 weeks, Zkipp every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TheaterEars | Zkipp |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (59K ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 60.7% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 59K — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #100 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 14 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 54 MB | 86 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Theater Ears, LLC | Zkipp, INC |
Customer experience
TheaterEars
Zkipp
Bugs and requests
TheaterEars
Reported bugs
6 issues- Doesn't work in Canada
- Charged after canceling
- Keeps saying synced but no sound
- Some movies aren't showing up
- Location not found
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- Incorrect information
Requested features
3 requests- English Stream
- Add more movies please
- Bring Brazilian Portuguese track! Specially for animations!
Zkipp
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
TheaterEars
- ULTRA Monthly Subscription1 Month trial$1.991 Month
- ULTRA Subscription (Returning)1 Month trial$2.991 Month
- Ultra Annual Subscription$19.991 Year
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- ULTRA - Yearly Sub (Returning)2 Months trial$19.991 Year
- TE ULTRA - Annual Subscription$35.991 Year
- Translation$0.99
Zkipp
No in-app purchases









