Art Basel vs Stroma
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Art Basel
Explore global art fairs with this official app. Discover galleries, learn about artists and artworks using AI, and personalize your visit with event scheduling and local recommendations. Enhance your art fair experience with exclusive offers.
- AI Companion for art and local info
- AI Camera Recognition for artworks
- Full event and program access
- Personalized scheduling and calendar sync
- Exclusive VIP offers
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The Art Basel app is your comprehensive tool for exploring Art Basel shows worldwide. An entirely new, personalized experience at your fingertips—crafted to make the most of your Art Basel visit. Discover, learn, find, and schedule with ease. AI Features: - AI Companion: Your go-to source for everything that makes Art Basel unforgettable. Explore galleries, uncover artist biographies, understand historical significance, and get insights into artworks. Plus, it’s your guide to local dining, must-see sights, hotels, and everything you need to make the most of your Art Basel experience. - Art Basel Lens: – AI Camera Recognition: Point, capture, and learn. Scan artworks on display at the fair to reveal artist and gallery information. Then share your discovery with your friends. Other key features: - Full Program Access: Browse all program highlights, artworks, galleries, conversations, and events—plus curated city activities tailored to your tastes. - Personalized Scheduling and calendar syncing: RSVP to events and sync them with your calendar for a hassle-free experience. - Promoted Services & Offers: Art Basel VIPs can unlock exclusive partner benefits and offers during the show, designed to enhance the experience. - Digital Map to explore the fair and understand where everything is located at Art Basel - Audio guide for Unlimited and Parcours in Art Basel in Basel fair. Whether you’re attending for the first time or returning to explore further, the Art Basel app ensures you never miss a moment.
Stroma
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Keep your plants happy and healthy—without the stress. Free to download. No subscriptions. No ads. Plant care should be simple. But between busy schedules and information overload, it's easy to lose track of which plant needs water and when. Stroma is your plant care companion that keeps everything organized, so your plant family can thrive. NEVER FORGET WHEN TO WATER - Smart reminders tailored to each plant's schedule - See what needs attention today, this week, and beyond - Check your plant family's status at a glance - Get notified at your preferred time every day BEAUTIFULLY SIMPLE No overwhelming spreadsheets. No confusing plant science. Just an easy way to stay on top of care. - Choose from popular houseplants (pothos, snake plant, monstera, and more) - Give each plant a custom name and room location - Note when you last watered, and Stroma handles the scheduling - Clear visual indicators show what needs attention PERSONALIZED FOR YOUR HOME Every plant is unique. Every home is different. Stroma adapts to your space. - Organize plants by room (living room, bedroom, kitchen) - Watering schedules adjust based on plant type - Set your daily reminder time to match your routine - Track each plant's care history BUILT FOR REAL LIFE Whether you have one plant or twenty, Stroma makes care feel manageable—not like another chore. - Clean, intuitive interface - Quick setup (add a plant in seconds) - Reliable reminders (stay consistent without thinking about it) - Zero learning curve (simple enough for anyone)
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Stroma at none against Art Basel's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Art Basel | Stroma |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (262 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 30.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 262 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 188 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MCH Messe Schweiz (Basel) AG | VentureSpring Media |
Bugs and requests
Art Basel
Reported bugs
15 issues- App crashes on opening
- App won't open
- Login verification code delayed
- App asks to download latest version when already updated
- Cannot access VIP tickets
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- Login process is a loop
- AI provides incorrect or non-existent information
- Cannot add event to list if it has started
- Incorrect opening and event times
- Cannot activate account/sign in
- Cannot download tickets
- App redirects to main event page on every click
- No option to forget password
- App auto closes at open
- Crashes immediately when opening
Requested features
12 requests- Fix app crashing on opening
- Improve AI accuracy and usefulness
- Add a search function by event name
- Fix incorrect opening and event times
- Allow skipping sign-in/registration
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- Make login less cumbersome
- Improve AI's understanding of app features
- Add ticket section to app
- Ensure all text is translated to chosen language
- Add option to forget password
- Improve user interface for clarity
- Allow users to stay logged in
Stroma
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Art Basel
No in-app purchases
Stroma
No in-app purchases









