Tape vs Crib NYC
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Tape
Discover curated events, shows, and cultural experiences in NYC and LA. Join existing groups with a code or apply to the waitlist for access to exclusive happenings.
- Curated event listings
- Shows and concerts
- Cultural happenings
- Access via invitation code
- Waitlist for new members
- NYC and Los Angeles focus
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Access curated events, shows and things to do in culture in NYC & LA. You can join with a code or if you know another member. Otherwise sign up for the waitlist as we review weekly.
Crib NYC
This platform connects renters with trusted individuals who can visit apartments on their behalf. Save time by receiving detailed video tours and reports without physically visiting properties. Ideal for those relocating, with busy schedules, or seeking to optimize their apartment search.
- Connect renters with viewers
- Remote apartment viewings
- Video tours and reports
- Renters post requirements
- Viewers set own rates
- Build viewer reputation
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Crib is a revolutionary apartment hunting platform that connects Renters with trusted Viewers who visit apartments on their behalf. No more wasting time traveling to properties that don't meet your needs. Whether you're relocating to a new city, have a busy schedule, or just want to save time, Crib makes finding your perfect apartment easier than ever! For Renters Post your apartment requirements and budget. Browse Viewers in your area by their rates and reviews. Get detailed video tours and reports without leaving your home. For Viewers Set your own rates and work on your schedule. Help Renters find their perfect home while earning money. Build your reputation through reviews and grow your business.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ratings volume: Tape at 61 against Crib NYC's 1. Crib NYC's advantage is monetization model (free vs ad-supported) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Tape against 5.0 for Crib NYC. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tape has 61 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Tape ships an update fortnightly, Crib NYC every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Tape | Crib NYC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (61 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 61 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 380 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tape Project Inc. | Hemanth Jayaraman |
Customer experience
Tape
Crib NYC
Bugs and requests
Tape
Requested features
1 request- More updates and features
Crib NYC
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Tape
No in-app purchases
Crib NYC
No in-app purchases
