Comparison

Backstage vs BeScene

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

Head to head
About

Backstage

Discover acting jobs and auditions worldwide. Browse thousands of curated casting calls for TV, film, music videos, and more. Create saved searches and apply to roles easily. A subscription unlocks unlimited applications and a professional talent profile.

Highlights
  • Browse global casting calls
  • Unlimited applications
  • Create saved searches
  • Build professional talent profile
  • Apply to TV, film, and music video roles
  • Voiceover and modeling job listings
Features
Currently charting
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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/

About

BeScene

This app facilitates career growth for film creatives by connecting them with peers and providing access to their professional network. It serves as a platform for genuine human connection beyond just a job board.

Highlights
  • Connect with film creatives
  • Discover open roles
  • Manage professional network
  • In-app messaging
  • Create detailed profiles
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BeScene is making career growth easier for film creatives by helping to connect with peers and provide easy access to your professional network. Built by creatives, for creatives, BeScene is not just a job board but a platform for real human connection. - Make Connections: Match with professional and recreational film creatives to grow your network, fill open roles on your projects, or be discovered for others’ projects. - Connections: Easy access to your professional network, so that you can find the right person faster than ever. Add prior connections from your phone contacts, or use the QR code if you’re just meeting someone. - Messages: All communication can be done within the app - no need to divulge personal information. - Profile: Manage your profile as a mini resume for other film creatives to view before connecting. Add headshots, credits, project types, and more! Breaking into the film industry is hard, but BeScene is here to change that.

Screenshots

Backstage4 screens
BeScene4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Backstage at 4.7 against BeScene's 3.7. Backstage also leads on ratings volume (19K vs 61) and chart position (#28 vs unranked). BeScene's advantage is review sentiment (50% vs 33%) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Backstage sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per month and BeScene sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Backstage holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Backstage has 19K ratings behind it against 61, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 33% of Backstage's written reviews are positive against 50% of BeScene's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Backstage versus BeScene: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBackstageBeScene
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (19K ratings) — better3.7 (61 ratings)
Positive reviews33.1% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings19K — better61
Update frequencyWeeklyWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#28 — better—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size141 MB83 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperBackstage LLCReelCall, Inc.

Customer experience

Backstage

All ratings18,933 ratings
Positive93.5%
Neutral2.9%
Negative3.7%
Written reviews281 reviews
Positive33.1%
Neutral15.3%
Negative51.6%

BeScene

All ratings59 ratings
Positive64.4%
Neutral8.5%
Negative27.1%
Written reviews40 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative40.0%

User reviews

Backstage

From 19K App Store ratings

What 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

BeScene

From 61 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 💡 Great idea for networking
  • 🚀 Efficiently connects filmmakers
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🤝 Helps find crew and work
  • 🌟 Life saver for shoots

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App not working
  • 🐛 Won't open or load
  • 🐛 Broken app, freezes
  • 🐛 Invalid token message
  • 🐛 Can't create account

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

BeScene

Reported bugs

18 issues
  • Invalid token message on signup
  • App won't open, stuck on logo
  • App does nothing but show loading screen
  • App shuts off and kicks user out
  • Cannot put in email, invalid email address error
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  • Does not show anything in user's state
  • Lists duplicate job roles
  • Connection requests don't show intro message in messages
  • Cannot add multiple photos
  • Cannot change language preferences
  • Unable to message connections
  • Constantly having to create account again
  • Technical issue with messaging
  • Missing roles for electrics
  • Freezes on 'Let's get to know you' page
  • Won't load 'Let's get to know you better' screen
  • Sign up process freezes on 'Let's get to know you better' screen
  • Freezes on projects page during profile setup

Requested features

11 requests
  • Dating feature
  • Enhance the app with more features
  • Add more specific job options (Gaffer, Camera Assistant)
  • Clarify connection request messages
  • Highlight what users are looking for on profiles
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  • Show jobs in user's state
  • Option for personalized bio
  • Saved location preferences
  • Links to socials/websites
  • Specific project credits on profiles
  • Add roles for electrics

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Backstage

Subscriptions7
  • Monthly Membership$24.991 Month
  • Monthly Membership1 Month trial$24.991 Month
  • 3-Month Membership3 Months trial$74.993 Months
Show 4 more
  • 3-Month Membership$74.993 Months
  • Semi-Annual Membership$119.996 Months
  • Annual Membership$199.991 Year
  • Annual Membership1 Year trial$199.991 Year
4 purchases

BeScene

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Premium Annual$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Boost$2.99
  • Boost$7.99

Questions

Is Backstage free?
Backstage is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BeScene free?
BeScene is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Backstage or BeScene?
Backstage is rated higher. Backstage averages 4.7 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while BeScene averages 3.7 from 61 ratings.
Do Backstage or BeScene have ads?
Neither Backstage nor BeScene shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Backstage or BeScene?
Backstage ships an update weekly, and BeScene weekly. Most recently, Backstage was updated on November 11, 2026 and BeScene on November 3, 2026.

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