# tkts vs Red~Handed

The clearest difference is rating: Red~Handed at 5.0 against tkts's 3.1. Red~Handed also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). tkts's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (129 vs 1). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Red~Handed sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. tkts asks for nothing beyond the download.

Red~Handed 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 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

tkts ships an update every 3 months, Red~Handed monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | tkts | Red~Handed |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (129 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tkts/id391589404/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/redhanded/id6794058831/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **129** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 34.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 10 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Theatre Development Fund](https://appshunter.io/developer/391589407) | [GOBSMACKED LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6794019757) |

## 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


### Red~Handed

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/redhanded/id6794058831)

This entertainment app provides a fun, fictional lie detector experience for parties and family gatherings. Ask questions, record the interrogation, and get a dramatic, humorous verdict. All results are for entertainment purposes only.

**Highlights:** Fictional lie detection for entertainment, Record video of interrogations, Capture dramatic analysis and verdicts, Share interrogation videos and results, Humorous commentary and dubious science, Easy to use for parties and families

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Red Handed Premium | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is tkts free?

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

### Is Red~Handed free?

Red~Handed is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, tkts or Red~Handed?

Red~Handed is rated higher. tkts averages 3.1 out of 5 from 129 ratings, while Red~Handed averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do tkts or Red~Handed have ads?

Neither tkts nor Red~Handed shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, tkts or Red~Handed?

tkts ships an update every 3 months, and Red~Handed monthly. Most recently, tkts was updated on October 7, 2026 and Red~Handed on September 21, 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.*