Comparison

Sedition Art vs Astate

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Sedition Art

Turn your device into a digital art gallery. Discover, collect, and view innovative digital artworks. Organize your favorite pieces into personalized playlists and follow leading artists.

Highlights
  • Personalized art playlists
  • Browse digital artworks
  • Explore artist profiles
  • Full-screen immersive viewing
  • Stream to TV (AirPlay/Chromecast)
  • Follow favorite artists
Features
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Sedition for iOS Transform your mobile device into a personal digital art gallery. Discover, collect, and enjoy cutting-edge artworks from today's most innovative digital artists. Key Features: Curated Collections - Create and access all your personalised art playlists on the go Complete Discovery - Browse our entire catalog of digital artworks and explore profiles of emerging and established artists Immersive Viewing - Play any artwork with full-screen detail and stream seamlessly to your TV via AirPlay or Chromecast Organized Experience - View all artworks within each playlist and navigate your complete digital art library Artist Connection - Follow your favorite creators and discover new artistic voices shaping the digital art world Whether you're building themed collections, discovering your next artistic obsession, or transforming any space into a premium gallery experience, Sedition puts the future of art at your fingertips. Take your curated art collections everywhere and never miss a moment of creative inspiration. Terms of Use: https://seditionart.com/legal/terms-and-conditions Privacy Policy: https://seditionart.com/legal/privacy-policy

About

Astate

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Exclusive and Invite-Only: Astate Art Club is not just a community; it's an invitation to an elite circle of art enthusiasts. Membership is by nomination, ensuring a community that values quality over quantity. Bridge Between Artists and Collectors: We believe in the power of connection. Astate Art Club serves as a unique bridge, bringing together passionate artists and discerning collectors. It's a space where creativity collides with appreciation. Passion for Art: Our members share a common thread—a genuine passion for art. Whether you're an avid collector or a talented creator, Astate Art Club is where your love for art is celebrated. Nominate and Elevate: Each member has the privilege of nominating a candidate for admission. This ensures that every addition to our community is a testament to dedication and love for the arts. Ready to be part of an extraordinary artistic journey? Request your invitation to Astate Art Club : hello@astate.art

Screenshots

Sedition Art4 screens
Astate4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Astate at none against Sedition Art's 6. Astate also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). 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. Sedition Art sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Astate asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sedition Art ships an update every 3 weeks, Astate weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Sedition Art versus Astate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSedition ArtAstate
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (22 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews38.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings22 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.415.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size102 MB87 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperSedition LimitedAutomat Berlin GmbH

Bugs and requests

Sedition Art

Reported bugs

27 issues
  • Cannot stream to Samsung TV
  • Art does not play in portrait mode
  • App quits playing within minutes
  • Purchased art not showing up on playlists for LG TV
  • App is impossible to use
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  • Not performing as advertised
  • Cannot add works to a playlist
  • Missing frames at top to access menu items on iPhone 14 Pro
  • App not iOS 16.0.3 compliant
  • Trouble creating playlists on iPhone
  • Screen casting to TV did not work (audio worked, image/video did not)
  • Apple TV app stops on black screen, needs restart
  • Player does not remember playback position
  • Cannot play music and show art simultaneously
  • Art does not load when changing artworks
  • Apple TV app shows black screen when trying to view art
  • Login rejected after app update
  • Art stream does not work with Apple TV
  • Cannot turn off music/audio
  • Video stops when using phone for other tasks
  • App is buggy at times
  • Problems purchasing art
  • Price updates but checkout fails
  • Watermark message appears on purchased art
  • Cannot make first purchase through the app
  • Website more robust than app
  • App doesn't offer trade function

Requested features

11 requests
  • Roku smart TV channel
  • Samsung smart TV app
  • Amazon Firestick app
  • TV platform specific apps
  • Login with Apple feature
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  • Dark mode option
  • Advanced analytics dashboard
  • Tutorial or intro for new users
  • Ability to follow regular users
  • Artistic category filters (figurative, etc.)
  • DIY integration with Raspberry Pi and display

Astate

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Sedition Art

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$19.991 Month
  • Yearly$149.991 Year
One-time4
  • 50 Sedition credit$66.99
  • 100 Sedition credit$129.99
  • 250 Sedition credit$309.99
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  • 500 Sedition credit$599.99
None

Astate

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sedition Art free?
Sedition Art is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Astate free?
Astate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Sedition Art or Astate have ads?
Neither Sedition Art nor Astate shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sedition Art or Astate?
Sedition Art ships an update every 3 weeks, and Astate weekly. Most recently, Sedition Art was updated on October 30, 2026 and Astate on October 10, 2026.

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