Comparison

4th Wall vs Chess Tick

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

Head to head
About

4th Wall

Experience public art in augmented reality. Discover curated AR exhibitions at significant locations or place 3D artworks in your own environment. Engage with art that activates historical sites and inspires dialogue.

Highlights
  • Augmented reality public art exhibitions
  • Site-specific AR artworks
  • Place 3D dimensional drawings
  • Record and share AR creations
  • Explore historically significant sites
  • Sound integration for artworks
Features
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4th Wall is a free, augmented reality (AR) public art platform exploring inclusive creative expression. “Coordinates” hosts an ongoing series of curated, collaborative, site specific, public AR art exhibitions. Users are invited to be physically present at specific locations to experience AR artworks in situ. When users select the Coordinates feature, based on their location, they will be directed toward artworks – translated into AR-- created by artists that activate the historically, politically or culturally significant sites they have chosen. “Coordinates” aims to inspire thoughtful dialogue and expand our understanding of public art. By pressing the AR Artworks button, users can view, explore and place Nancy Baker Cahill’s dimensional drawings in the environment of their choice. Drawings can be rotated, scaled, placed and recorded by user. What’s New - A more streamlined experience for the user, with the removal of the hologram, studio experience and Desert X exhibition buttons and an expansion of the curated and site-specific “Coordinates” AR public art exhibitions platform. - Artworks may include sound so make sure to check for the new orange sound button at the top of the menu when observing an artwork on site. - The “Refresh” button updates the nearest artwork depending on the user’s location. - The “About” button directs users to the home page for 4thwallapp.org. Users can re-enter the app by tapping the text, “4th Wall” at the upper left hand corner of their screens. 4th Wall App is available on iPhone 6s iOS11 or above. Founding artist and Creative Director: Nancy Baker Cahill App Developer: Drive Studios ©nancybakercahill2019

About

Chess Tick

Features
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Chess Tick is a sleek and easy-to-use timer designed for chess players. With its minimal design and dark theme, it helps you stay focused on your game without distractions. Features: Dark Theme: A clean, dark interface that’s easy on the eyes. Simple Controls: Start, pause, and reset with just a tap. Custom Timers: Set time limits for blitz, bullet, or casual games. Vibration Alerts: Get notified when your time is running low. Works Everywhere: Use it on your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch. Whether you're practicing for a tournament or playing for fun, Chess Clock keeps your games on track. Download now and enjoy a timer that’s as simple as it is effective.

Screenshots

4th Wall4 screens
Chess Tick4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 4th Wall at none against Chess Tick's 1. Chess Tick's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 11 days). On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Chess Tick sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 4th Wall asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

4th Wall ships an update every 11 days, Chess Tick every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
4th Wall versus Chess Tick: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter4th WallChess Tick
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (42 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings42 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 daysEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size298 MB4 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperNancy Baker Cahill Studio, IncAssem Ahmed

In-app purchases

None

4th Wall

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Chess Tick

One-time1
  • Chess Tick Pro$4.99

Questions

Is 4th Wall free?
4th Wall is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Chess Tick free?
Chess Tick is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do 4th Wall or Chess Tick have ads?
Neither 4th Wall nor Chess Tick shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 4th Wall or Chess Tick?
4th Wall ships an update every 11 days, and Chess Tick every 2 days. Most recently, 4th Wall was updated on September 20, 2026 and Chess Tick on September 12, 2026.

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