Broadway.com vs TheaterMania Weekends
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Broadway.com
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.
- 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
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Broadway.com sells over 1 million theater tickets each year and is consistently ranked as the #1 source for Broadway information. Get the same Broadway.com experience, but in a sharp mobile interface. Whether browsing from home or at the intermission of a show, everything you need to know about Broadway is at your fingertips. FEATURES: The most shows and best Broadway ticket inventory Search for performances by date Simple & secure online purchase process Latest Broadway news Exclusive video features Opening night coverage Interviews with Broadway’s biggest stars Extensive photo galleries Comprehensive Tony Awards coverage Backstage access Broadway theater information Broadway show descriptions Complete cast & creative information Reviews and more for all Broadway & Off-Broadway shows Save shows & Buzz to read later CONNECT: Website: broadway.com Facebook: facebook.com/broadway Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/broadwaycom/ Tiktok:: https://www.tiktok.com/@broadwaycom X: https://twitter.com/broadwaycom Contact Us: broadway.com/contact-us
TheaterMania Weekends
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Since 1999, TheaterMania has brought a passion for live events to our loyal community of patrons. We pride ourselves on being the only digital-first property to offer unique reviews and provide insight into the world of Broadway, off-Broadway, and across the nation. Our editorial team provides up-to-the-minute news, reviews, eye-catching videos, hot-button opinion pieces, streaming content, and more to keep our community in the know. In addition to editorial content, our team works hard to publish a curated and comprehensive list of performances, both live and virtual.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: TheaterMania Weekends at none against Broadway.com's shown. TheaterMania Weekends also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Broadway.com | TheaterMania Weekends |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (2K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 37.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 80 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Broadway.com | AudienceView Ticketing Corporation |
Bugs and requests
Broadway.com
Reported bugs
3 issues- Recurring issues with payments and ticket purchases
- App crashes and freezes
- Inability to remove closed shows from saved menu
Requested features
4 requests- 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
TheaterMania Weekends
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Broadway.com
No in-app purchases
TheaterMania Weekends
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Broadway.com free?
Is TheaterMania Weekends free?
Do Broadway.com or TheaterMania Weekends have ads?
Which is updated more often, Broadway.com or TheaterMania Weekends?
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