# Backstage vs BeScene

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.

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.

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.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | Backstage | BeScene |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backstage-casting-calls/id1215380527/reviews)** | [3.7 (61 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bescene-network-and-connect/id6469686051/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **19K** | 61 |
| Positive reviews | 33.1% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Weekly |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#28** | — |
| Size | 141 MB | 83 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Backstage LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/911140995) | [ReelCall, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1712440596) |

## What reviewers say

### Backstage

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backstage-casting-calls/id1215380527)

**Currently charting:** #28 Top Grossing · Business (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Membership | $24.99 | per month |
| Monthly Membership | $24.99 | per month |
| 3-Month Membership | $74.99 | per 3 months |
| 3-Month Membership | $74.99 | per 3 months |
| Semi-Annual Membership | $119.99 | per 6 months |
| Annual Membership | $199.99 | per year |
| Annual Membership | $199.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Subscription issues and billing problems
- 🔒 Lack of customer service and support
- 🐛 Buggy app with crashing and loading issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription fees

**Reported bugs**

- App repeatedly logs users out
- Inability to upload media/headshots
- Casting calls not loading properly
- Notification system not working as expected

**Requested features**

- 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bescene-network-and-connect/id6469686051)

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Boost | $2.99 | one-time |
| Boost | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- 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


## Frequently asked 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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