# tkts vs Emma Stebbins AR

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Emma Stebbins AR at 100% against tkts's 34%. Emma Stebbins AR also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). tkts's advantage is ratings volume (130 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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

Emma Stebbins AR holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: tkts has 130 ratings behind it against 2, 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 Emma Stebbins AR's.

tkts ships an update every 3 months, Emma Stebbins AR every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | tkts | Emma Stebbins AR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (130 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tkts/id391589404/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/emma-stebbins-ar/id6753174606/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **130** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 34.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 10 MB | 138 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Theatre Development Fund](https://appshunter.io/developer/391589407) | [Khora ApS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1160149010) |

## 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


### Emma Stebbins AR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/emma-stebbins-ar/id6753174606)

Experience Emma Stebbins's iconic Bethesda Fountain in augmented reality. This location-specific app allows visitors at The Heckscher Museum of Art to view the famous sculpture in AR. Learn about the history of this significant New York City monument.

**Highlights:** Augmented reality fountain viewing, Location-specific experience, Learn about Emma Stebbins, Explore Bethesda Fountain history, Museum exhibition companion

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is tkts free?

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

### Is Emma Stebbins AR free?

Emma Stebbins AR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, tkts or Emma Stebbins AR?

Emma Stebbins AR is rated higher. tkts averages 3.1 out of 5 from 130 ratings, while Emma Stebbins AR averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do tkts or Emma Stebbins AR have ads?

Neither tkts nor Emma Stebbins AR shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, tkts or Emma Stebbins AR?

tkts ships an update every 3 months, and Emma Stebbins AR every 6 months. Most recently, tkts was updated on October 23, 2026 and Emma Stebbins AR on October 24, 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.*