# Snap vs Ster

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Snap at 59% against Ster's 5%. Ster's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

Snap ships an update every 5 months, Ster every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on June 11, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Snap | Ster |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[2.7 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ster-kinekor/id6736655302/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **14** |
| Positive reviews | **58.6% of reviews** | 5.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 months** | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 49 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [e.tv PTY Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1572843247) | [Filmgrail](https://appshunter.io/developer/896734321) |

## What reviewers say

### Snap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snap-e-scan/id6466299495)

Interact with your television by scanning on-screen markers with your smartphone. Instantly access new content, make purchases, or engage with programs and advertisements from your couch.

**Highlights:** Scan TV screen markers, Access new content, Purchase items seen on TV, Interact with programs, Engage with advertisements

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Ster

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ster-kinekor/id6736655302)

Book tickets for your favorite movies across various cinema experiences. Explore options like Cine Prestige, IMAX, and SK commercial for a unique movie-going adventure. Discover art-house films or indulge in luxurious 'business class' seating.

**Highlights:** Book movie tickets, Select movie, cinema, or show type, Experience Cine Prestige, Experience IMAX, Experience SK commercial, Discover art-house cinema

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 New grades are better
- 👍 New UI looks better
- 👍 App has been improved
- 👍 Great movie experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Cannot add more than one vitality card
- 🐛 Confusing payment method naming
- 🐛 Lose all progress if payment fails
- 🐛 Unable to process payment
- 🐛 No further selection process to conclude purchase

**Reported bugs**

- 🐛 Cannot add more than one vitality card
- 🐛 Lose all progress if payment fails
- 🐛 No further selection process to conclude purchase
- 🐛 Failed to book online
- 🐛 Cannot use discounts

**Requested features**

- 💡 Apple Pay integration
- 💡 Ability to save loyalty card details
- 💡 Ability to view multiple cinemas at once
- 💡 Apple Wallet integration for tickets
- 💡 Option to select multiple cinemas


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Snap free?

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

### Is Ster free?

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

### Do Snap or Ster have ads?

Snap shows ads; Ster does not.

### Which is updated more often, Snap or Ster?

Snap ships an update every 5 months, and Ster every 7 months. Most recently, Snap was updated on June 11, 2026 and Ster on September 23, 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.*