KAR vs Andover TV
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
KAR
Access schedules, facility maps, results, and exclusive photos and videos for dance competitions. This app provides a direct connection to competition information in a user-friendly format.
- Competition schedules
- Facility maps
- Real-time results
- Exclusive photos
- Exclusive videos
- User-friendly interface
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KAR strives to bring their clients cutting edge technology to simplify and enhance the competition experience. The new KAR app is an industry first that brings you schedules, facility maps, results & exclusive photo and videos in an efficient, user friendly format on your iPod or iPhone! Download our free app now! It's a direct connection at your fingertips to KAR - America's Favorite Dance Competition!
Andover TV
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Located in Andover High School, the studio shares an entrance with the Collins Center for the Performing Arts. Equipment and Facilities are provided for the use of all Andover residents over 18. Andover TV has a large studio space and is one of the most advanced local television studios in the region. Andover Television trains volunteers interested in creating local television programming. Training is offered in studio/field production and digital video editing. Once completed, facilities are available on a first come first serve basis.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Andover TV at none against KAR's 1. Andover TV also leads on device support (4 vs 1). KAR's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 5 months). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. KAR sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Andover TV asks for nothing beyond the download.
KAR ships an update every 9 days, Andover TV every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | KAR | Andover TV |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (588 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 65.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 588 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.2 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 61 MB | 25 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kids Artistic Revue | CASTUS Corporation |
Bugs and requests
KAR
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes when trying to access videos/photos
- Schedule information not always accurate or up-to-date
- Difficulty logging into parent account through the app
- Android compatibility issues
Requested features
4 requests- Live stream option for remote viewing
- Ability to filter schedule by studio, day, or category
- Option to favorite specific dance numbers
- Improved real-time updates on current stage/awards
Andover TV
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
KAR
- KAR Dance Schedule$4.99
Andover TV
No in-app purchases
