Comparison

TapStory vs TICKEY Link

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

TapStory

Features
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Hello, Spatial! TapStory turns your iPhone or iPad into the ultimate controller for Vision Pro. From effortless playback and real-time monitoring to instant tool switches and multi-device management. Stay focused on your story, impress audiences with seamless presentations, and make every showcase unforgettable. 1. EFFORTLESS PLAYBACK CONTROL Use your iPhone or iPad to control spatial content on Vision Pro—even perform Story actions on behalf of the wearer—making every demonstration smooth and seamless. 2. LIVE VIEW MIRRORING See what’s playing inside Vision Pro in real time. Track progress, scenes, and playback status at a glance to ensure flawless presentations. 3. CONTROL TOOLS AND MEDIA SETTINGS Switch Story annotation tools like rulers, pens, and laser pointers on or off. Adjust playback volume and toggle subtitles with a single tap. 4. DEVICE INSIGHTS AT HAND Check connection status and battery levels instantly, so your presentations run without interruptions. 5. MANAGE MULTIPLE DEVICES AND CONTENT Easily manage all nearby Vision Pro devices and spatial contents, whether for a single demo or multi-device showcase. Command every demo with confidence and leave a lasting impression on every audience. Download TapStory for free and begin shaping the future of spatial experiences. The path to advanced creation and collaboration is just a step away. hello@story.app https://story.app

About

TICKEY Link

Features
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TICKEY is the companion app for compatible TICKEY e-paper devices. Choose a photo, edit your design, and send it to your device. Use templates to make a personal display, or create a small pixel animation. Set up everyday content such as a clock, calendar, countdown, or focus timer. A compatible TICKEY device is required to display content on physical hardware. An internet connection and an account are required for cloud features. Availability may vary by device and server region. For help, contact hello@eniacelec.com.

Screenshots

TapStory4 screens
TICKEY Link4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: TICKEY Link at every 5 days against TapStory's every 3 months. TICKEY Link also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TapStory ships an update every 3 months, TICKEY Link every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
TapStory versus TICKEY Link: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTapStoryTICKEY Link
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB143 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperILLUSION TechENIAC TECHNOLOGY LIMITED

In-app purchases

None

TapStory

No in-app purchases

None

TICKEY Link

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TapStory free?
TapStory is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TICKEY Link free?
TICKEY Link is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TapStory or TICKEY Link have ads?
Neither TapStory nor TICKEY Link shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TapStory or TICKEY Link?
TapStory ships an update every 3 months, and TICKEY Link every 5 days. Most recently, TapStory was updated on October 30, 2026 and TICKEY Link on October 15, 2026.

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