Comparison

Complex vs Culture Kings

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

Head to head
About

Complex

Discover exclusive product drops, stay updated on the latest cultural trends in fashion, music, and streetwear. Shop directly from curated articles and videos, and access artist merchandise and vinyl collections.

Highlights
  • Access exclusive product drops
  • Daily cultural content updates
  • Curated marketplace for streetwear
  • Shoppable articles and videos
  • Artist merchandise and vinyl picks
  • Drop alerts for new releases
Features
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Key Features Access to Exclusive Drops Shop limited product releases only available in the Complex App. From rare brand collabs to limited-run artist merch and fashion exclusives, stay ahead of the curve and never miss a drop. Stay Close to the Culture Browse fresh, content daily - from fashion editorials and music updates to sneaker news and viral moments. Tap into stories that break first on Complex and shape the cultural conversation. Curated & Exclusive Content From deep dives on emerging trends to behind-the-scenes features, Complex brings you stories that matter now. Everything is written by editors shaping the culture- not chasing it. Complex Cover Stories Go deep with the biggest names in music, fashion, and entertainment. Complex Cover delivers original longform features, in-depth interviews, and rich visuals you won’t find anywhere else - made for readers who want more than a headline. Shoppable Articles and Videos Shop while you scroll. Our editorial features and videos are integrated with products, so you can instantly tap into the looks, pieces, and drops you see. Curated Marketplace Discover over 100 of the world’s coolest streetwear and lifestyle brands. From iconic labels to emerging designers, explore sneakers, hoodies, bags, jewelry, home goods, and collectibles - expertly curated by the Complex Style team. Seamless Purchase Experience Checkout is fast, simple, and secure. Use Apple Pay or Shop Pay to purchase in seconds - no forms, no friction, just instant shopping so you never miss a product drop. Artist Merch Access official merch from your favorite artists. From capsule collections to exclusive tour pieces, Complex brings you music-inspired fashion that’s always authentic and on point. Vinyl Collection Picks For collectors and audiophiles alike, explore editor-curated vinyl releases across hip hop, R&B, and cult classics. Whether you’re building your shelf or spinning daily, find records that sound as good as they look. Drop Alerts Receive news about upcoming drops and get notified when drops go live. Because culture moves fast, and now you never miss a moment. Past Collaborators & Cultural Icons We’ve worked with and feature products from some of the most iconic names in music, fashion, and art, including: Billie Eilish, Travis Scott, A$AP Rocky, Kid Cudi, BLACKPINK, Post Malone, Juice WRLD, Olivia Rodrigo, Pharrell, 21 Savage, Justin Bieber, Eminem, Lil Baby, Ice Spice, Karol G. Why Complex? Complex doesn’t just cover culture - it helps shape it. For over 20 years, Complex has been the go-to source for what’s next in music, streetwear, fashion, and internet culture. Now, the Complex App makes that influence interactive: original stories, curated shopping, and insider drops - all in one place. We don’t just tell you what’s trending - we connect you to the brands, artists, and products behind it. This is where discovery meets credibility. Download Now To: • Shop exclusive fashion and sneaker drops from 100+ brands • Access to Complex News, Style, and Music content • Browse shoppable articles and videos with integrated product links • Watch original Complex video series like “Sneaker Shopping” • Get notified for upcoming drops • Discover the best in artist merch, vinyl records, and streetwear • Get insider updates on ComplexCon artists, vendors, and brand collabs Complex: Download the app. Stay close to the culture.

About

Culture Kings

Discover and shop exclusive global streetwear styles and hyped sneakers. This app blends music, sport, and fashion for a unique buying experience.

Highlights
  • Shop exclusive global styles
  • Discover hyped sneakers
  • Blend of music, sport, and fashion
  • Unique buying experience
  • Worldwide streetwear phenomenon
Features
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World Famous for Streetwear   Culture Kings stands at the forefront of a worldwide streetwear phenomenon, showcasing a unique blend of music, sport, and fashion found across the globe. These core foundations represent the three pillars from which Culture Kings is built, bringing to the international stage an unforgettable atmosphere and exclusive buying experience.Download our app today to shop globally exclusive styles and Hyped Sneaker you can’t buy anywhere else!

Screenshots

Complex4 screens
Culture Kings4 screens

Verdict

The call

Complex and Culture Kings both sit at 4.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 94% of Complex's written reviews are positive against 55% of Culture Kings's. Culture Kings's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases) and ratings volume (4.6K vs 1K). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Complex against 4.9 for Culture Kings. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1K and 4.6K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 94% of Complex's written reviews are positive against 55% of Culture Kings's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Complex ships an update every 2 weeks, Culture Kings every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Complex versus Culture Kings: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterComplexCulture Kings
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (1K ratings)4.9 (4.6K ratings) — better
Positive reviews94.4% of reviews — better55.1% of reviews
Number of ratings1K4.6K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB78 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperComplex Media, Inc.Culture Kings

Customer experience

Complex

All ratings1,020 ratings
Positive97.2%
Neutral1.3%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews71 reviews
Positive94.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.6%

Culture Kings

All ratings4,589 ratings
Positive98.1%
Neutral0.8%
Negative1.1%
Written reviews78 reviews
Positive55.1%
Neutral9.0%
Negative35.9%

User reviews

Complex

From 1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Mobile friendly
  • 🚀 Smooth and responsive experience
  • 🛍️ Seamless integration with commerce
  • 🎨 Slick and intuitive UI
  • 📲 Everything in one place

Culture Kings

From 4.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast shipping
  • 👍 Great quality products
  • 👍 Awesome app and website
  • 👍 Excellent customer service
  • 👍 Variety of styles and options

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Ordering and payment issues
  • 🐛 Incorrect order fulfillment
  • 🐛 Inconsistent sizing and quality

Bugs and requests

Complex

No bugs or feature requests surfaced in reviews.

Culture Kings

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Account creation and login errors
  • Payment processing problems
  • Incorrect order tracking information

Requested features

3 requests
  • Wishlist or favorites feature
  • Size guide with model measurements
  • Release calendar in the app

In-app purchases

None

Complex

No in-app purchases

None

Culture Kings

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Complex free?
Complex is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Culture Kings free?
Culture Kings is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Complex or Culture Kings?
Culture Kings is rated higher. Complex averages 4.9 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while Culture Kings averages 4.9 from 4.6K ratings.
Do Complex or Culture Kings have ads?
Neither Complex nor Culture Kings shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Complex or Culture Kings?
Complex ships an update every 2 weeks, and Culture Kings every 3 weeks. Most recently, Complex was updated on October 29, 2026 and Culture Kings on October 24, 2026.

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