# KAR vs Merrimack TV

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Merrimack TV at none against KAR's 1. Merrimack TV also leads on device support (4 vs 1). On price, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. KAR sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Merrimack TV asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | KAR | Merrimack TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (588 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kar/id474669081/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **588** | — |
| Positive reviews | 65.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 61 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.2 | **15.5** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kids Artistic Revue](https://appshunter.io/developer/474669084) | [Cablecast Community Media LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1647835875) |

## What reviewers say

### KAR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kar/id474669081)

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.

**Highlights:** Competition schedules, Facility maps, Real-time results, Exclusive photos, Exclusive videos, User-friendly interface

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| KAR Dance Schedule | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful for keeping track of competition schedule
- 👍 Useful for dancers and parents
- 👍 Provides competition details and results
- 👍 Convenient to use at the competition

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable performance
- 🐛 Inconsistent updates and live information
- 🐛 Crashes and fails to load videos/photos
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find specific information

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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


### Merrimack TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/merrimack-tv/id6463266719)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is KAR free?

KAR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Merrimack TV free?

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

### Do KAR or Merrimack TV have ads?

Neither KAR nor Merrimack TV shows ads.

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