# Ticketek NZ vs The O

The clearest difference is rating: The O at 3.5 against Ticketek NZ's 1.0. The O also leads on review sentiment (23% vs 0%) and ratings volume (6 vs 1). Ticketek NZ's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

The O holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The O has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Ticketek NZ's written reviews are positive against 23% of The O's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Ticketek NZ | The O |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ticketek-nz/id583264123/reviews) | **[3.5 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-o/id1161982400/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **6** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **23.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 90 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Ticketek Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/454379424) | [MUSEUM OF OLD AND NEW ART](https://appshunter.io/developer/489738925) |

## What reviewers say

### Ticketek NZ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ticketek-nz/id583264123)

Discover and purchase tickets for a wide range of live events including concerts, sports, and theatre. Access and share your mobile tickets easily for a seamless experience.

**Highlights:** Discover live events, Buy tickets quickly, Access mobile tickets, Share tickets with friends, Add tickets to Apple Wallet, Search for events

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ✅ Website alternative works better than app
- 📱 Apple Wallet integration attempted (when working)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently and unexpectedly
- 🔐 Excessive re-authentication required for basic navigation
- 📱 Tickets don't display in main ticket section, only in order history
- ❌ Apple Wallet integration non-functional
- 🚫 Screenshot functionality disabled

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch or during use
- Login screen freezes
- Tickets not visible in app despite successful purchase
- Authentication codes not accepted in app
- Repeated forced logouts

**Requested features**

- Reliable Apple Wallet integration
- Screenshot capability for tickets
- Persistent login sessions
- Single authentication instead of repeated re-authentication
- Proper ticket display in main tickets section


### The O

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-o/id1161982400)

This museum companion app uses location awareness to guide you through exhibits, providing information on artworks, amenities, and performances. It allows you to virtually queue for exhibits, save your visit details, and express your opinions on art. Consider it your personal guide to exploring the museum.

**Highlights:** Location-aware exhibit information, Virtual queueing for exhibits, Artwork 'Love' and 'Hate' feature, Museum map, Food and drink options, Save visit details

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Ticketek NZ free?

Ticketek NZ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is The O free?

The O is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Ticketek NZ or The O?

The O is rated higher. Ticketek NZ averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while The O averages 3.5 from 6 ratings.

### Do Ticketek NZ or The O have ads?

Neither Ticketek NZ nor The O shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Ticketek NZ or The O?

Ticketek NZ ships an update fortnightly, and The O fortnightly. Most recently, Ticketek NZ was updated on November 6, 2026 and The O on November 6, 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.*