Comparison

tkts vs CrowdChord

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

CrowdChord

Features
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CrowdChord allows artists to learn about where they have their biggest audience and allows users to bring artists to perform near them.

Screenshots

tkts4 screens
CrowdChord4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: tkts at none against CrowdChord's shown. CrowdChord's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

tkts ships an update every 3 months, CrowdChord every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
tkts versus CrowdChord: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametertktsCrowdChord
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (129 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews34.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings129 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTheatre Development FundSai Dheeraj Kalagotla

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

CrowdChord

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

tkts

No in-app purchases

None

CrowdChord

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is tkts free?
tkts is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CrowdChord free?
CrowdChord is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do tkts or CrowdChord have ads?
CrowdChord shows ads; tkts does not.
Which is updated more often, tkts or CrowdChord?
tkts ships an update every 3 months, and CrowdChord every 2 weeks. Most recently, tkts was updated on September 21, 2026 and CrowdChord on September 20, 2026.

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