Backstage vs Qwick for Professionals
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Backstage
Discover acting jobs and auditions worldwide for TV, film, and more. Browse thousands of curated casting calls, apply to unlimited roles, and build your career in the performing arts. A free download with optional subscription for advanced features.
- Browse global casting calls
- Apply to unlimited roles
- Create saved searches
- Upload media
- Build talent profile
- Find acting jobs
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For over 60 years, Backstage has served as one of the most trusted resources in the entertainment industry for casting projects, finding jobs, and building careers in the performing arts. Whether you’re just getting started or you’re a seasoned veteran, the Backstage app is the perfect resource for finding and applying to casting calls from all over the world - anytime, from anywhere! Browse thousands of curated casting calls from TV shows, movies, independent productions, music videos, voiceover gigs, modeling jobs, and more right at your fingertips. With unlimited applications and media uploads, the Backstage app makes finding your next audition easier and better than ever. Create saved searches tailored to your specifications to be the first to know about (and apply to!) the kinds of jobs you want most. The Backstage app is free to download, allowing all users to search and browse available casting calls. Upgrade to a subscription to unlock unlimited applications and build a professional talent profile that will wow casting directors. Happy auditioning! If you choose to purchase a subscription to Backstage, your payment will be charged to your Apple account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription will automatically renew each month or year 24-hours before the end of the current period unless auto-renew is turned off. Auto-renew may be turned off at any time from your Apple account settings. Prices for subscriptions are in U.S. dollars, and may vary in countries other than the U.S. and are subject to change without notice. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period. If you don’t choose to purchase a Backstage subscription, you can continue to use the Backstage app for free. This app includes subscription options, including via optional in-app purchases. If you don’t choose to purchase a Backstage subscription, you can continue to use the Backstage app for free to manage your profile and view job listings, messages, and other resources; however, a subscription is required to utilize some aspects of the service. Terms of Service: https://www.backstage.com/terms-of-service/ Privacy policy: https://www.backstage.com/privacy-policy/
Qwick for Professionals
Find flexible food and beverage shifts with competitive daily pay. This platform connects hospitality professionals to opportunities at hotels, restaurants, and events, allowing you to set your own schedule and get paid quickly. Improve your career through a two-way rating system.
- Flexible shift scheduling
- Daily pay options
- Access to hospitality jobs
- Two-way rating system
- Variety of shift types
- Real-time customer support
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Qwick matches hospitality professionals with flexible shifts and future opportunities — all in one easy-to-use app. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or at the early stages of your hospitality career, Qwick’s smart matching technology helps you find work that fits your skills, schedule, and goals. - Instantly match with shifts that fit your experience - Explore jobs in the near future from top hospitality brands (Select markets only) - Manage earnings, track progress, and grow your career in hospitality. Join a community of thousands of hospitality professionals who choose when and where they work. With Qwick, your future in hospitality is always within reach.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Qwick for Professionals at none against Backstage's 8. Qwick for Professionals also leads on iOS requirement (16.4 vs 26.0). Backstage's advantage is review sentiment (33% vs 22%) and chart position (#35 vs #173). On price, rating, ratings volume 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. Backstage sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per month. Qwick for Professionals asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Backstage against 4.7 for Qwick for Professionals. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 19K and 18K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 33% of Backstage's written reviews are positive against 22% of Qwick for Professionals's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.
| Parameter | Backstage | Qwick for Professionals |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (19K ratings) | 4.7 (18K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 33.2% of reviews — better | 21.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 19K — better | 18K |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Weekly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #35 — better | #173 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 16.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 141 MB | 107 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Backstage LLC | Qwick, Inc. |
Customer experience
Backstage
Qwick for Professionals
User reviews
Backstage
From 19K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Great platform for finding acting jobs
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 💡 Helpful for building an acting resume
- 🚀 Efficient way to search for and apply to roles
Room to improve
- 🐛 Subscription issues and billing problems
- 🔒 Lack of customer service and support
- 🐛 Buggy app with crashing and loading issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription fees
Qwick for Professionals
From 18K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Quick payouts
- 👍 Flexible work schedule
- 🤝 Good customer service
- 💰 Decent pay
Room to improve
- 🤖 Poor communication from app
- 🏃♀️ Last-minute shifts
- 🤔 Unclear job requirements
- 🚫 Unfair deactivation/banning
- 🧠 Biased hiring decisions
Bugs and requests
Backstage
Reported bugs
4 issues- App repeatedly logs users out
- Inability to upload media/headshots
- Casting calls not loading properly
- Notification system not working as expected
Requested features
4 requests- Add ability to save specific job postings
- Improve search filtering options
- Integrate calendar download for audition dates
- Provide more detailed job information in app
Qwick for Professionals
Reported bugs
2 issues- Issues with clocking in/out and receiving payments
- Unreliable app functionality
Requested features
3 requests- More transparency in rating/feedback system
- Better shift availability and notification system
- Ability to dispute bad reviews/ratings
In-app purchases
Backstage
- Monthly Membership$24.991 Month
- Monthly Membership1 Month trial$24.991 Month
- 3-Month Membership3 Months trial$74.993 Months
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- 3-Month Membership$74.993 Months
- 6-Month Membership$99.996 Months
- Semi-Annual Membership$119.996 Months
- Annual Membership$199.991 Year
- Annual Membership1 Year trial$199.991 Year
Qwick for Professionals
No in-app purchases
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