# tkts vs Windrider Studios

The clearest difference is rating: Windrider Studios at 4.8 against tkts's 3.1. tkts's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (129 vs 5). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Windrider Studios sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. tkts asks for nothing beyond the download.

Windrider Studios holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: tkts has 129 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | tkts | Windrider Studios |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (129 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tkts/id391589404/reviews) | **[4.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windrider-studios/id1640646301/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **129** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 34.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 10 MB | 80 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Theatre Development Fund](https://appshunter.io/developer/391589407) | [Windrider Institute Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1640646303) |

## What reviewers say

### tkts

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tkts/id391589404)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 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

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- 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


### Windrider Studios

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windrider-studios/id1640646301)

Explore award-winning films and engaging conversation content. Watch films and companion series, then dive deeper with written guides. Spark thoughtful discussions on significant cultural topics.

**Highlights:** Award-winning film library, Conversation series with creators, Written exploration guides, Thoughtful cultural discussions, Sundance Institute partnership

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Windrider Studios Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Windrider Studios Yearly | $99.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is tkts free?

tkts is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Windrider Studios free?

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

### Which has better reviews, tkts or Windrider Studios?

Windrider Studios is rated higher. tkts averages 3.1 out of 5 from 129 ratings, while Windrider Studios averages 4.8 from 5 ratings.

### Do tkts or Windrider Studios have ads?

Neither tkts nor Windrider Studios shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, tkts or Windrider Studios?

tkts ships an update every 3 months, and Windrider Studios every 3 months. Most recently, tkts was updated on September 21, 2026 and Windrider Studios on September 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.*