# Broadway.com vs Hamilton

The clearest difference is rating: Broadway.com at 4.7 against Hamilton's 4.2. Broadway.com also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6). Hamilton's advantage is review sentiment (61% vs 38%) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hamilton sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Broadway.com asks for nothing beyond the download.

Broadway.com holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.1K and 1.1K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 38% of Broadway.com's written reviews are positive against 61% of Hamilton's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Broadway.com ships an update every 2 months, Hamilton monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Broadway.com | Hamilton |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/broadwaycom/id486989342/reviews)** | [4.2 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hamilton-the-official-app/id1255231054/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.1K** | 1.1K |
| Positive reviews | 37.9% of reviews | **61.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 32 MB | 133 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Broadway.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/486989345) | [Hamilton Uptown LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1255231053) |

## What reviewers say

### Broadway.com

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/broadwaycom/id486989342)

Access a vast inventory of Broadway and Off-Broadway tickets, browse show details, and stay updated with the latest theater news. Enjoy exclusive content like interviews and photos, all within a user-friendly mobile interface.

**Highlights:** Largest Broadway ticket inventory, Search performances by date, Secure online ticket purchasing, Latest Broadway news and updates, Exclusive video features and interviews, Extensive photo galleries, Show descriptions and cast information

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎉 Enjoyment and entertainment
- 📰 Helpful for staying up-to-date on Broadway news and shows
- 💻 Convenient for browsing and planning shows

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Outdated and archaic app functionality
- 🤑 Exorbitant service and handling fees
- 🔍 Difficult to find and access purchased tickets
- 🗺️ Limited to New York-based shows, not useful for other locations

**Reported bugs**

- Recurring issues with payments and ticket purchases
- App crashes and freezes
- Inability to remove closed shows from saved menu

**Requested features**

- Ability to easily access and manage purchased tickets
- Integration with digital wallets for mobile tickets
- Expanded show listings beyond just New York
- Improved search and filtering capabilities


### Hamilton

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hamilton-the-official-app/id1255231054)

This app offers fans of a popular musical exclusive access to news, videos, and interactive features. Engage with the show through lotteries, trivia, karaoke, and photo filters. It also provides access to merchandise and special content unlocked by earning in-app stars.

**Highlights:** Exclusive news and video content, Official lottery entries, Unlockable personalized videos, Daily trivia game, Karaoke singing and sharing, Show-themed photo filters and stickers, Official merchandise store access

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pack of 100 Hamilton Stars | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 200 Hamilton Stars | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 500 Hamilton Stars | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 1000 Hamilton Stars | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 2000 Hamilton Stars | $19.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 5000 Hamilton Stars | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎉 Amazing app for Hamilton fans
- 🎟️ Easy to enter the lottery
- 🎨 Fun stickers and filters
- 💯 Great for staying up-to-date with the show
- 🎉 Wonderful experience for lottery winners

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes and freezes frequently
- 🕰️ Slow loading times
- 🔍 Lack of notifications for lottery results
- 🎤 Limited karaoke song selection
- 🔍 Trivia questions and answers not easily accessible

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues and inability to sign in
- Lottery tab not working in certain locations
- App not opening or getting stuck on the loading screen
- Notifications not working as expected
- Redeemed rewards not being delivered

**Requested features**

- Add more karaoke songs
- Improve lottery notification system
- Introduce a purpose for earned stars
- Expand merchandise and avatar customization options
- Provide a way to review past trivia questions and answers


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Broadway.com free?

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

### Is Hamilton free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Broadway.com or Hamilton?

Broadway.com is rated higher. Broadway.com averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while Hamilton averages 4.2 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do Broadway.com or Hamilton have ads?

Both Broadway.com and Hamilton show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Broadway.com or Hamilton?

Broadway.com ships an update every 2 months, and Hamilton monthly. Most recently, Broadway.com was updated on October 26, 2026 and Hamilton on October 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.*