Comparison

EG vs HELLO! Theater

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

Head to head
About

EG

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"EG-G" is application that you can listen to audio commentary in theater, and you can listen to commentary by experts in traditional Japanese performing arts. You can listen to the audio commentary while watching Kabuki, Noh, Kyogen, or contemporary plays. You can listen to audio contents related to Japanese traditional performing arts. It is very easy to use. - Download the application. - Download the subtitle data of the performance you want to see. - Watch the performance with the app running - The voice guide will automatically switch to the audio guide, allowing you to enjoy the performance even more! We are planning to present more and more performances that are compatible with the app. Enjoy!

About

HELLO! Theater

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“HELLO! Theater” is a subtitle guide app designed to help you enjoy live theater performances more deeply and inclusively. ◆ Features This app supports barrier-free subtitles for people who are deaf or hard of hearing, as well as multilingual subtitles including English. It also provides supplemental information to enhance your understanding and enjoyment of the performance. ◆ How to Use 1. Download the app. 2. Enter the “Performance ID” for the show you’re attending. (Please check the official website of the performance to confirm whether it is compatible with this app.) 3. Download the subtitle data and wait. 4. When the performance begins, the subtitle guide will automatically sync and play. ◆ A Comfortable Theater Experience Use your own smartphone to enjoy the subtitles seamlessly from any seat, with no special setup required. Subtitles can enhance the emotional experience. Discover a new way to enjoy theater with HELLO! Theater. ※ This app works by detecting a special audio signal broadcast in the theater. It uses your smartphone’s microphone, so please be sure not to cover the mic during use. Also, please test the app in advance to ensure compatibility with your device.

Screenshots

EG3 screens
HELLO! Theater3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HELLO! Theater at none against EG's 4. On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. EG sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. HELLO! Theater asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EG ships an update every 3 months, HELLO! Theater every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
EG versus HELLO! Theater: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEGHELLO! Theater
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer株式会社イヤホンガイドEvixar Inc.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

EG

One-time4
  • 1 Ticket$0.49
  • 3 Tickets$1.99
  • 5 Tickets$2.99
Show 1 more
  • 10 Tickets$5.99
None

HELLO! Theater

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EG free?
EG is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HELLO! Theater free?
HELLO! Theater is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do EG or HELLO! Theater have ads?
Neither EG nor HELLO! Theater shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EG or HELLO! Theater?
EG ships an update every 3 months, and HELLO! Theater every 2 months. Most recently, EG was updated on November 3, 2026 and HELLO! Theater on October 30, 2026.

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