# tkts vs CrowdWork

The clearest difference is review sentiment: CrowdWork at 100% against tkts's 34%. CrowdWork also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.1). tkts's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (129 vs 4). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

CrowdWork holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: tkts has 129 ratings behind it against 4, 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 100% of CrowdWork's.

tkts ships an update every 3 months, CrowdWork every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | tkts | CrowdWork |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (129 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tkts/id391589404/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crowdwork/id6444920144/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **129** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 34.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 10 MB | 173 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Theatre Development Fund](https://appshunter.io/developer/391589407) | [Matthew Hoelter](https://appshunter.io/developer/598396486) |

## 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


### CrowdWork

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crowdwork/id6444920144)

This point-of-sale companion app allows users to easily view and sell tickets for their events, shows, and classes in person. It requires an account on the associated website to function.

**Highlights:** View event tickets, Sell tickets in person, Manage shows and classes, Companion POS functionality, Requires website account

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is tkts free?

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

### Is CrowdWork free?

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

### Which has better reviews, tkts or CrowdWork?

CrowdWork is rated higher. tkts averages 3.1 out of 5 from 129 ratings, while CrowdWork averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do tkts or CrowdWork have ads?

CrowdWork shows ads; tkts does not.

### Which is updated more often, tkts or CrowdWork?

tkts ships an update every 3 months, and CrowdWork every 4 months. Most recently, tkts was updated on September 21, 2026 and CrowdWork on September 16, 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.*