# The Requestor vs ArtsWave

The clearest difference is rating: The Requestor at 5.0 against ArtsWave's 4.1. The Requestor also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.2). ArtsWave's advantage is ratings volume (22 vs 4). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. The Requestor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month and ArtsWave sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

The Requestor holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ArtsWave has 22 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

The Requestor ships an update every 3 weeks, ArtsWave fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | The Requestor | ArtsWave |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-requestor/id1574177840/reviews)** | [4.1 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artswave/id6478504749/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **22** |
| Positive reviews | — | 71.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 89 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cala Meikle](https://appshunter.io/developer/1784130893) | [ArtsWave](https://appshunter.io/developer/420289614) |

## What reviewers say

### The Requestor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-requestor/id1574177840)

This platform connects local musicians, fans, and venues. Performers can gain exposure, accept requests, and receive tips. Fans can discover live music and follow artists. Venues can attract customers and manage events.

**Highlights:** Discover local live music, Performer profiles with social links, Accept real-time requests, Cashless tipping for performers, Venue event calendars, Push notifications for events, Fan map for show routing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| 1 Year Subscription | $99.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Subscription | $99.99 | per year |


### ArtsWave

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artswave/id6478504749)

Discover and plan your arts and entertainment experiences with a personalized event calendar. Unlock exclusive pass savings, discounts, and behind-the-scenes content to support local arts.

**Highlights:** Personalized event calendar, ArtsWave Pass savings, Exclusive content, Customizable itineraries, Support local arts

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The BLINK® Insider | $10.00 | one-time |
| ArtsWave Pass Unlimited | $100.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Comprehensive event calendar
- 👍 User-friendly app
- 🚀 Convenient all-in-one platform
- 💰 Offers discounts and benefits

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and technical issues
- 🔒 Account recognition problems


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The Requestor free?

The Requestor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ArtsWave free?

ArtsWave is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, The Requestor or ArtsWave?

The Requestor is rated higher. The Requestor averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while ArtsWave averages 4.1 from 22 ratings.

### Do The Requestor or ArtsWave have ads?

Neither The Requestor nor ArtsWave shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, The Requestor or ArtsWave?

The Requestor ships an update every 3 weeks, and ArtsWave fortnightly. Most recently, The Requestor was updated on October 7, 2026 and ArtsWave on October 8, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*