Comparison

tkts vs Hamilton

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

Head to head
About

tkts

Discover real-time listings for Broadway and Off-Broadway shows available at discount ticket booths. Explore show details, performance schedules, and theatre locations. Find other performing arts events across New York City.

Highlights
  • Real-time ticket availability
  • Comprehensive show search
  • Show descriptions and schedules
  • Theatre location information
  • Accessibility details
  • Links to official show websites
Features
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The Official TKTS app is the only way to get fast, accurate, real-time listings of all Broadway and Off Broadway shows available at the world famous TKTS Discount Ticket Booths in New York City. Don’t know which show to see? That’s OK! Use this app to learn about every production listed at TKTS. If you’re looking for a New York City theatre adventure, use our Show Search feature to discover other Broadway, Off Broadway, off-Off Broadway, Dance and Music events happening all over New York. Features: - Real-time display of what is currently on sale at all three TKTS Discount booths. - A comprehensive show search where you'll find what is happening onstage in New York City - including show descriptions, performance schedules, theatre locations, accessibility information and links to official show websites. - TDF Stages - TDF's online theatre magazine featuring articles, videos and podcasts. -TKTS tips to help you plan your visit TKTS offers same-day tickets to Broadway and Off Broadway shows at discounts of up to 50% off full price. The Official TKTS app is directly linked to the display boards at the TKTS Discount Booths, so what you're seeing, in real time, is exactly what the people waiting in line are seeing. The listings are updated in real time so you'll have a completely up-to-date list of available shows right in the palm of your hand. The TKTS Discount Booths have become an international destination for theatre lovers from the United States and around the world since 1973. There are two locations in New York City: (1) Times Square – Broadway and 47th Street, Manhattan - "under the red steps"; (2) Lincoln Center – in the David Rubenstein Atrium at 61 West 62nd Street; The Official TKTS app is offered exclusively by Theatre Development Fund (TDF), the not-for-profit service organization for the performing arts, which operates the TKTS Discount Booths.

About

Hamilton

This app offers fans of a popular musical exclusive access to news, videos, and interactive features. Engage with the show through lotteries, trivia, karaoke, and photo filters. It also provides access to merchandise and special content unlocked by earning in-app stars.

Highlights
  • Exclusive news and video content
  • Official lottery entries
  • Unlockable personalized videos
  • Daily trivia game
  • Karaoke singing and sharing
  • Show-themed photo filters and stickers
  • Official merchandise store access
Features
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HAMILTON — The Official App. Fans’ access to all things HAMILTON the musical. #HamApp HelloHelloHello! We made you this! Read, watch, play, answer, enter, order — This app is yours. And we’ve got so much more up our sleeves! I love you. Okay, go! -Lin -----FEATURES----- HAMILTON Today Get the latest news about Hamilton and access to exclusive video content, slideshows, and more. Lottery Enter the official HAMILTON lotteries for New York, London, and tour locations. The Treasury Use the stars you’ve earned to unlock personalized videos from the cast, exclusive HamCam filters, karaoke tracks, sticker packs, props from the show, and more! Trivia Drop some knowledge with our daily trivia game. Karaoke Record and share videos of yourself
 singing along to HAMILTON songs. #HamCam Take and share photos using our exclusive #HamCam with show-themed overlays. Unlock special location-based stickers are theaters and other HAMILTON venues. Stickers Share fun show-related stickers with your friends and family, either in the app or through the included Messages app. Merch Purchase items from the official HAMILTON store.

Screenshots

tkts4 screens
Hamilton4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Hamilton at 4.2 against tkts's 3.1. Hamilton also leads on review sentiment (61% vs 34%) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). tkts's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). On price, 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. Hamilton sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. tkts asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Hamilton holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hamilton has 1.1K ratings behind it against 129, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 34% of tkts's written reviews are positive against 61% of Hamilton's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

tkts ships an update every 3 months, Hamilton monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
tkts versus Hamilton: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametertktsHamilton
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (129 ratings)4.2 (1.1K ratings) — better
Positive reviews34.4% of reviews61.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1291.1K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB133 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperTheatre Development FundHamilton Uptown LLC

Customer experience

tkts

All ratings129 ratings
Positive46.5%
Neutral13.2%
Negative40.3%
Written reviews90 reviews
Positive34.4%
Neutral4.4%
Negative61.1%

Hamilton

All ratings1,050 ratings
Positive77.7%
Neutral5.6%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews170 reviews
Positive61.2%
Neutral6.5%
Negative32.4%

User reviews

tkts

From 129 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Real-time discount ticket availability information
  • 💰 Helps find affordable Broadway tickets
  • 📍 Multiple location access for TKTS booths
  • 📱 Free app with useful theatre information
  • 🎭 Shows scheduling and theatre details

Room to improve

  • 🚫 Cannot purchase tickets directly through app
  • ⏳ Requires standing in line at physical booths
  • 🌍 Limited to USA only (no London support)
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing issues
  • ⚠️ Inaccurate or outdated show listings

Hamilton

From 1.1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎉 Amazing app for Hamilton fans
  • 🎟️ Easy to enter the lottery
  • 🎨 Fun stickers and filters
  • 💯 Great for staying up-to-date with the show
  • 🎉 Wonderful experience for lottery winners

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes and freezes frequently
  • 🕰️ Slow loading times
  • 🔍 Lack of notifications for lottery results
  • 🎤 Limited karaoke song selection
  • 🔍 Trivia questions and answers not easily accessible

Bugs and requests

tkts

Reported bugs

12 issues
  • App crashes immediately upon opening
  • Crashes when scrolling or clicking on shows
  • Login screen freezes and won't load show listings
  • Blank screens with no content displayed
  • Won't load past startup screen
Show 7 more
  • Filter buttons non-functional
  • Data doesn't match physical booth boards
  • Shows list fails to update before booth opens
  • Crashes when clicking on Times Square location
  • Outdated ticket information (showing 2015 dates)
  • Server connection errors
  • App bounces around and issues inaccurate tickets

Requested features

10 requests
  • Direct ticket purchasing capability through app
  • London TKTS booth support
  • Push notifications for rare show availability
  • Simple list view instead of graphic-heavy interface
  • Filter and sort functionality on main screen
Show 5 more
  • Date range search capability
  • Mobile ticket display/confirmation
  • TDF member integration and account management
  • Advance booking options
  • Show availability prediction before visiting booth

Hamilton

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Login issues and inability to sign in
  • Lottery tab not working in certain locations
  • App not opening or getting stuck on the loading screen
  • Notifications not working as expected
  • Redeemed rewards not being delivered

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more karaoke songs
  • Improve lottery notification system
  • Introduce a purpose for earned stars
  • Expand merchandise and avatar customization options
  • Provide a way to review past trivia questions and answers

In-app purchases

None

tkts

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Hamilton

One-time6
  • Pack of 100 Hamilton Stars$0.99
  • Pack of 200 Hamilton Stars$1.99
  • Pack of 500 Hamilton Stars$4.99
Show 3 more
  • Pack of 1000 Hamilton Stars$9.99
  • Pack of 2000 Hamilton Stars$19.99
  • Pack of 5000 Hamilton Stars$49.99

Questions

Is tkts free?
tkts is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Hamilton free?
Hamilton is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, tkts or Hamilton?
Hamilton is rated higher. tkts averages 3.1 out of 5 from 129 ratings, while Hamilton averages 4.2 from 1.1K ratings.
Do tkts or Hamilton have ads?
Hamilton shows ads; tkts does not.
Which is updated more often, tkts or Hamilton?
tkts ships an update every 3 months, and Hamilton monthly. Most recently, tkts was updated on September 21, 2026 and Hamilton on September 22, 2026.

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