Comparison

Sequel vs NytPix

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

Head to head
About

Sequel

This app helps you manage and track all your media, from TV shows and games to books. It reminds you of new releases, keeps track of your progress, and offers details like synopses and trailers to help you pick your next watch or read. Organize your entertainment with a sleek, intuitive interface.

Highlights
  • Track TV shows, games, and books
  • Reminders for new releases
  • Progress tracking
  • Wishlist management
  • Release countdown widgets
  • Discovery features
Features
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Whether it’s the TV show your friend raved about, a new book from your favorite author, or an upcoming video game, Sequel is your go-to media wishlist. “Sequel. It’s pretty cool.” – Quinn Nelson, Snazzy Labs “The app […] is one of the very best media trackers in a very crowded field.” – MacStories “Sequel is great for managing media you want to interact with.” – Christopher Lawley It reminds you of new releases, keeps track of your progress, and more. Say goodbye to messy notes and hello to a sleek, intuitive app that puts all your media in one place. ▶ EASY TRACKING Sequel does the heavy-lifting so you can enjoy your media instead of managing it. - Share to Sequel via Magic Lookup and AI to instantly save media from the web - Easily view your wishlist and track what you complete - Mark items as Playing or Reading for quick access - Mark off episodes as you watch them - Sync with iCloud and Trakt ▶ DON’T MISS A THING Sequel is designed to help you keep track of those titles you’re eagerly waiting for. - Countdown widgets let you keep items on your Home Screen or Lock Screen - Get release reminder notifications - See your latest releases and upcoming titles - Stay on top of your series with the Watch Next queue ▶ PICK WHAT TO ENJOY NEXT If you’re not sure what to pick from your wishlist, Sequel gives you the right details to help you choose. - Synopsis and trailers - Ratings count and average - Where to watch (Movies/Series) – Access streaming apps with just a tap - Time to beat (Games) – Know what you’re getting yourself into ▶ DISCOVER YOUR NEXT OBSESSION Find new favorites to add to your list with Sequel’s discovery features. - Browse popular and upcoming titles - Explore cast and crew members’ filmographies - See other books by an author you like ▶ WHAT’S FREE - Save and track unlimited items - Smart search across all media types - Basic details including synopsis, ratings, and trailers - Filmographies - Quick access widget - Create up to 5 collections - Rate items you complete - Discover upcoming and popular items - iCloud sync ▶ WHAT’S PLUS Sequel+ is an optional subscription that unlocks the app’s more advanced features. - Sync your movies and series with your Trakt account - See where to watch movies and series - Get release reminders for items on your wishlist - Use Magic Lookup and AI to instantly save media from the web into Sequel - Create unlimited collections to organize your media - Open media in your favorite sources like IMDb, Audible, and more - Capture thoughts, quotes, and more with Markdown formatting - See how long video games take to finish - Advanced widgets including countdown and Watch Next - Alternative app icons Sequel is lovingly crafted by Romain Lefebvre in London, UK. Terms of Use: https://getsequel.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://getsequel.app/privacy

About

NytPix

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Tired of endless scrolling or dinner debates? NytPix takes the stress out of choosing what to watch or what to eat so you can spend more time enjoying the night. Spin for a movie, pick a snack, and make every night-in fun again. All beautifully designed, synced through iCloud, and completely ad-free for every user. Features • Search movies instantly using The Movie Database (TMDB) • Add your favourite snacks or meals for the perfect pairing • Tag picks to your friends or family and see who gets the winning choice • Spin the randomiser for a fun, fair way to decide • Swipe through your movie wallet of beautifully designed tickets • iCloud sync keeps everything safe and up to date across your devices NytPix+ Unlock the full experience with a one-time purchase - no subscriptions, no ads, no fuss • Create up to 30 movies per watchlist • Add up to 15 people to your group • Access two exclusive seasonal watchlists: Christmas and Halloween • Every watchlist includes pre-selected movie choices to get you started • Enjoy exclusive ticket designs and themes Extra Content Expand your collection with optional themed packs, each adding new ticket designs and curated watchlists. Built for iOS Crafted for iOS 16 and later with smooth animations, haptic feedback, and a clean, native interface. Fast, intuitive, and always ad-free. Spin. Pick. Enjoy. Your perfect movie night starts with NytPix.

Screenshots

Sequel4 screens
NytPix4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: NytPix at every 2 days against Sequel's weekly. NytPix also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.4). Sequel's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. Sequel sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and NytPix sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sequel ships an update weekly, NytPix every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and May 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Sequel versus NytPix: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSequelNytPix
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.3K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews93.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.3K — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Vision Pro — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.416.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size250 MB154 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperRomain LefebvreEthan Weston

Bugs and requests

Sequel

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Certain shows/movies not appearing in search
  • Occasional crashes or freezes
  • Inconsistent behavior when marking items as watched

Requested features

6 requests
  • Add notes/comments for individual media items
  • Implement chapter/episode tracking for books
  • Introduce a habit tracker or progress visualization
  • Integrate with more media services like Apple Podcasts
  • Allow sorting/filtering of watch lists by various criteria
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  • Add the ability to share media lists with others

NytPix

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Sequel

Subscriptions5
  • Sequel+$2.991 Month
  • Sequel+ (Family Plan)$4.991 Month
  • Sequel+7 Days trial$19.991 Year
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  • Sequel+1 Year trial$19.991 Year
  • Sequel+ (Family Plan)7 Days trial$34.991 Year
One-time3
  • Add Family Plan to Lifetime$74.99
  • Sequel+ (Lifetime)$99.99
  • Sequel+ (Lifetime Family)$174.99
7 purchases

NytPix

One-time7
  • Comic Watchlist$0.99
  • Elf Watchlist$0.99
  • Action Watchlist$0.99
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  • Date Night Watchlist$0.99
  • Sci-Fi Watchlist$0.99
  • Undead Watchlist$0.99
  • NytPix+$4.99

Questions

Is Sequel free?
Sequel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NytPix free?
NytPix is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Sequel or NytPix have ads?
Neither Sequel nor NytPix shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sequel or NytPix?
Sequel ships an update weekly, and NytPix every 2 days. Most recently, Sequel was updated on September 26, 2026 and NytPix on May 18, 2026.

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