Kith vs Sole Retriever
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Kith
Discover curated products, exclusive content, and enter drawings for anticipated releases. Join the loyalty program for early access to collections, special products, and event invitations.
- Shop curated products
- View original content
- Enter online drawings
- App-exclusive loyalty program
- Early access to collections
- Exclusive products and icons
- Invitations to special events
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Kith is a multifunctional lifestyle brand for men, women, and kids—as well as a progressive retail establishment. It was founded in 2011 by Ronnie Fieg, a prominent figure in the footwear industry who has over twenty years of hands-on fashion experience. The Kith App allows users to: • Shop curated products tailored to your unique style and preferences • View original content • Enter online drawings for anticipated releases Join the app-exclusive Kith Loyalty Program for: • Early Access to collections ahead of global release • Exclusive products and icons • Invitations to special events
Sole Retriever
This app helps sneaker enthusiasts find and secure limited-edition shoe drops, raffles, and restocks from major brands. It provides real-time notifications, a release calendar, and tools to streamline the purchasing process.
- Sneaker raffle and release information
- Real-time, personalized notifications
- Restock alerts and AutoCart
- Multi-browser for tracking
- Detailed release calendar
- Advanced raffle autofill
- Saved retailer account logins
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THE ULTIMATE APP FOR EVERY SNEAKERHEAD Sole Retriever is the all‑in‑one hub for sneaker raffles, releases, shock drops, restocks, price comparison and real‑time news. Track every launch from Nike, Air Jordan, adidas CONFIRMED, Yeezy, Crocs, New Balance, Saucony, Asics and hundreds of other brands—all in one place. Release Calendar & Dates – A constantly refreshed calendar shows every upcoming drop, including confirmed adidas releases and Nike SNKRS launches. Filter by brand, date, or region and add items to your watch‑list with one tap. Instant Drop, Restock & Queue Alerts – Push notifications fire the second a raffle is posted, a restock appears, or a shoe‑drop lands. Pro users also get queue‑position tracking for Snipes, Finish Line, Foot Locker, JD Sports and other high‑traffic retailers. AutoCart (Pro) – Real‑time restock alerts from Nike SNKRS, Nike Desktop/Mobile, adidas CONFIRMED, Shopify stores, Supreme, Snipes, Finish Line, Foot Locker, JD Sports and more. AutoCart (where supported) speeds checkout so you can cop the pair before it sells out. Advanced Raffle Automation – Save profiles, use autofill, and track which raffles you’ve entered. Custom filters let you see only the raffles you qualify for, by region, type, and retailer. Price Comparison – See live StockX and GOAT prices for every model, plus a list of all stores where the shoe is currently in stock. Tracking Wins – Log every sneaker you’ve copped, want, or released. View price‑trend graphs and see the total value of your collection grow. Free + Pro Subscription – - Basic (USD 6.99 /mo | USD 69.99 /yr) – Full app functionality except Restock feed/alerts. - Pro (USD 14.99 /mo | USD 149.99 /yr) – Unlimited Restock alerts, AutoCart, queue tracking and priority features. One‑Tap Marketplace – Direct links to trusted resale platforms (StockX, GOAT, eBay) let you buy or sell instantly when a drop opens. Never miss a release, never lose a raffle, and never waste time checking multiple sites. Download Sole Retriever, create an account, and start a 7‑day free trial of Basic or Pro today. *Read the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy:* https://www.soleretriever.com/terms-of-service https://www.soleretriever.com/privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Kith at none against Sole Retriever's 6. Kith also leads on ratings volume (39K vs 5.2K). Sole Retriever's advantage is chart position (#11 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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. Sole Retriever sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Kith asks for nothing beyond the download.
Kith holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Kith has 39K ratings behind it against 5.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 72% of Kith's written reviews are positive against 74% of Sole Retriever's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Kith ships an update every 3 weeks, Sole Retriever monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Kith | Sole Retriever |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (39K ratings) — better | 4.8 (5.2K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 72.4% of reviews | 74.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 39K — better | 5.2K |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | — | #11 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 157 MB | 108 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kith Retail LLC | Sole Retriever |
Customer experience
Kith
Sole Retriever
User reviews
Kith
From 39K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Easy to navigate
- 🚀 Smooth checkout process
- 👍 Great loyalty program
- 👍 Innovative and fresh design
- 👍 Efficient and responsive
Room to improve
- 🐛 Crashes and glitches
- 🐛 Buggy filtering and navigation
- 🐛 Unreliable for product drops
- 🐛 Inconsistent login and account management
- 🐛 Slow page loads and refreshes
Sole Retriever
From 5.2K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Timely notifications
- 📊 Helpful statistics and data
- 🔍 Comprehensive information on releases and raffles
- 🛒 Convenient auto-fill and checkout features
- 🔔 Useful restock alerts
Room to improve
- 🚧 Waitlist and access issues
- 🇨🇦 Limited functionality for non-US/EU users
- 🔕 Too many notifications
- 🐛 App bugs and glitches
- 💰 Expensive subscription
Bugs and requests
Kith
Reported bugs
5 issues- Constant app crashes
- Inability to log in or stay logged in
- Broken or non-functioning features
- Incorrect product availability information
- Inconsistent behavior across iOS and Android
Requested features
5 requests- Dark mode option
- Improved notification system
- Better filtering and search capabilities
- Seamless integration with website
- Faster and more reliable checkout
Sole Retriever
Reported bugs
3 issues- Login and account access problems
- Delayed or missing notifications
- Compatibility issues with older devices
Requested features
3 requests- Improved filtering and notification customization
- Expanded global coverage
- Free or more affordable subscription options
In-app purchases
Kith
No in-app purchases
Sole Retriever
- Basic Subscription7 Days trial$6.991 Month
- Pro7 Days trial$11.991 Month
- Pro Restocks, Releases, Drop Alerts7 Days trial$14.991 Month
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- Basic (Yearly)7 Days trial$69.991 Year
- Pro (Yearly)7 Days trial$119.991 Year
- Pro (Yearly)7 Days trial$149.991 Year
