Comparison

tkts vs Kinodal

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

Kinodal

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Kinodal lets filmmakers screen their work to real audiences and see exactly how viewers react, moment by moment. Invite viewers with a simple join code, screen live or on-demand from Vimeo or Frame.io, and watch reactions come in as thumbs up/down, intensity, and voice notes. After the screening, filmmakers get a full engagement report — a timeline chart of every reaction, exportable straight into Premiere or Avid, so editing decisions can be grounded in real audience response instead of guesswork. For viewers: join a screening with a code from the filmmaker, react in real time with a tap, swipe, or your keyboard, and leave voice notes with your thoughts — automatically transcribed. Subscriptions: Kinodal Indie and Pro are auto-renewing monthly subscriptions.Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.kinodal.com/dashboard/privacy

Screenshots

tkts4 screens
Kinodal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: tkts at none against Kinodal's 3. Kinodal's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Kinodal sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $22.99 per month. tkts asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

tkts ships an update every 3 months, Kinodal weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
tkts versus Kinodal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametertktsKinodal
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (130 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews34.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings130 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTheatre Development Fund40 Strong LLC

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

Kinodal

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

tkts

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Kinodal

Subscriptions3
  • Kinodal Indie$22.991 Month
  • Kinodal Pro$57.991 Month
  • Kinodal Studio$234.991 Month

Questions

Is tkts free?
tkts is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Kinodal free?
Kinodal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do tkts or Kinodal have ads?
Neither tkts nor Kinodal shows ads.
Which is updated more often, tkts or Kinodal?
tkts ships an update every 3 months, and Kinodal weekly. Most recently, tkts was updated on November 1, 2026 and Kinodal on November 10, 2026.

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