PetChatz vs CMX Cinemas
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PetChatz
This app allows you to interact with your pet remotely through a videophone. Features include two-way video and audio, treat dispensing, aromatherapy, and motion/sound detection. It also offers the ability to stream pet-specific television and record special moments.
- Two-way video and audio chat
- Treat dispenser
- Aromatherapy
- Sound and motion detection
- Stream DOGTV
- Pet-specific ringtone
- Motion-triggered video recording
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The only complete sensory experience for your pet! PetChatz HD is a Greet & Treat® videophone that allows you the ability to truly interact with your ‘home alone pet’ from anywhere. PetChatz provides 2-way video chats, treat-dispense, aromatherapy, sound and motion detection and the ability to stream DogTV. Compatible with PawCall, the interactive gaming, and calling accessory. PetChatz HD and PawCall create Digital Daycare in the safety of your home. Features: *Sleek, durable, pet-safe design *Special PetChatz ringtone to alert pet of your call *HD, low-light camera with two-way video *High-resolution LCD screen *Full-frequency audio system for robust sound *Built-in microphone and speakers for two-way sound *Sound detection + alerts *Motion detection + alerts *Scent diffusion system *Treat dispenser (approximately 150 treats inside) *Treat level indicator *Low treat volume notification *Treat counter (to track number of treats given per day) *Free, secure mobile and web app *Simple set up and intuitive interface *Pet training guide and video *Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enabled *Compatible with PetChatz PawCall® (sold separately) *Streams DOGTV (subscription required) *PetChatz PetWatch, smart motion-and-sound triggered video recording. PetWatch will automatically record the last 30 funny, cute, and naughty moments (up to 30 secs long) of your fur baby. You will be able to download, share and enjoy these moments forever.
CMX Cinemas
Easily find movies, watch trailers, and purchase tickets directly from your phone. Manage your CMX membership, view booking history, and access your digital ticket for seamless entry. Enjoy an improved user experience with quick access to all your moviegoing needs.
- Search movies and view trailers
- Purchase cinema tickets
- Manage CMX membership
- View booking history
- Access digital tickets
- Request refunds
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The new CMX Cinemas mobile app is now available for our CMX guests! The upgraded app features a brand-new interface with more to offer moviegoers like you. What You Can Do: • Search for movies and view the latest movie trailers and promotions • Set location preferences manually if you do not wish to provide location • Purchase cinema tickets on the app with your CMX Gift Cards or credit/debit cards • Sign up to become a CMX member or sign in if you already are one • Manage your profile account and saved cards • View your current movie purchases and booking history • Access your digital ticket to scan QR code upon entry • Request for a refund About the App, 1. New and improved for a better user experience 2. New and upgraded User Profile 3. Access all your information with just a few taps 4. Performance improvements and bug fixes
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: CMX Cinemas at 4.8 against PetChatz's 2.9. CMX Cinemas also leads on ratings volume (7K vs 24). PetChatz's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.5). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
CMX Cinemas holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CMX Cinemas has 7K ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 15% of PetChatz's written reviews are positive against 18% of CMX Cinemas's.
PetChatz ships an update every 3 weeks, CMX Cinemas every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PetChatz | CMX Cinemas |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.9 (24 ratings) | 4.8 (7K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 15.2% of reviews | 17.9% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 24 | 7K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 15.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Mark Jeffrey Austin | Cinemex Holdings USA, Inc |
Customer experience
PetChatz
CMX Cinemas
Bugs and requests
PetChatz
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
CMX Cinemas
Reported bugs
4 issues- Login issues and password reset problems
- Booking history disappearing
- Seat selection and checkout process failures
- Inconsistent app updates and functionality
Requested features
4 requests- Add Apple Pay support
- Improve rewards/points tracking
- Provide more movie details and descriptions
- Allow in-app food/concession ordering
In-app purchases
PetChatz
No in-app purchases
CMX Cinemas
No in-app purchases
