Comparison

Skyjam for Artists vs CrowdCue

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

Head to head
About

Skyjam for Artists

Features
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Live Music Pays with Skyjam. Skyjam is the ultimate companion for live performing artists, transforming every gig into an interactive, profitable experience. Whether you're playing at a local bar, streaming online, hosting karaoke, or running music bingo, Skyjam connects you directly with your fans. Fans scan your unique QR code at the gig, request songs from your setlist, and tip you directly. You keep playing, and you keep earning. Features: • Instant Tipping & Requests: Fans request songs and tip seamlessly through your custom QR code. • Custom Setlists: Build your library instantly by picking your genres. Add or remove songs anytime to match your vibe. • Live Dashboard: Manage your upcoming gigs, track pending requests, and view your earnings all in one place. • Offline Mode: Keep the music going even when the connection drops. Manage requests and accept tips seamlessly. • Artist Profile: Put a face on the stage. Customize your stage name and photo so fans know exactly who they're supporting. • Performance Types: Tailored for Live Venues, Live Streaming, Karaoke Hosts, and Music Bingo. Join over 1,200+ artists already earning on Skyjam. Start earning tips from song requests tonight!

About

CrowdCue

Empower your audience to request songs and tip you directly from their phones during live performances. This tool provides a real-time queue of requests and tips, allowing you to manage your setlist and engage with fans more effectively.

Highlights
  • Real-time song requests
  • Audience tipping integration
  • Customizable setlists
  • Post-show analytics
  • Fan engagement tools
  • No app download required for fans
Features
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CrowdCue turns your audience into your setlist. Built by a working musician who got tired of shouting "any requests?" into a mic and hoping someone had cash — CrowdCue gives your crowd a real-time way to request songs and tip you, right from their phone. No app download for them. Just a link or QR code on the table, on your case, or up on screen. HOW IT WORKS - Set up your setlist once — the songs you actually know - Share your personal link (crowdcue.io/yourname) or QR code at the show - Fans search your setlist, request a song, and tip if they want - Watch requests roll in live on your dashboard — tipped requests automatically float to the top of the queue - You always decide what to play BUILT FOR HOW YOU ACTUALLY GIG - Real-time request queue, no refreshing - Fans can tip via Venmo, Cash App, PayPal, or card — whatever they've got in their pocket - Manage multiple setlists for different types of shows - Post-show analytics: your most-requested songs, tip totals, and trends over time - Add a custom "Book Me" link so fans can find your next show or contact you directly - SMS retargeting (Pro) — text fans when you're playing back at a venue they've seen you at before PRICING Start free with a 30-day trial. Rookie ($29/mo) covers the core request queue. Pro ($49/mo) adds multi-song requests, multiple setlists, SMS retargeting, full analytics, and removes CrowdCue branding from your page. No credit card required to try it. Cancel anytime. CrowdCue — let the crowd request what's next. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Skyjam for Artists4 screens
CrowdCue4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Skyjam for Artists at none against CrowdCue's 2. CrowdCue's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. CrowdCue sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per month. Skyjam for Artists asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Skyjam for Artists ships an update every 6 weeks, CrowdCue every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Skyjam for Artists versus CrowdCue: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSkyjam for ArtistsCrowdCue
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSS SystemsKevin Babb

In-app purchases

None

Skyjam for Artists

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

CrowdCue

Subscriptions2
  • Rookie$29.991 Month
  • Pro$49.991 Month

Questions

Is Skyjam for Artists free?
Skyjam for Artists is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CrowdCue free?
CrowdCue is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Skyjam for Artists or CrowdCue have ads?
Neither Skyjam for Artists nor CrowdCue shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Skyjam for Artists or CrowdCue?
Skyjam for Artists ships an update every 6 weeks, and CrowdCue every 2 weeks. Most recently, Skyjam for Artists was updated on October 25, 2026 and CrowdCue on October 18, 2026.

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