Comparison

Caster App vs GatherGrid

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

Head to head
About

Caster App

Streamline social event planning and eliminate tedious group texts. Easily organize gatherings, from casual meetups to large festivals, and keep all event details in one accessible place. Connect with friends and family through private groups or discover public communities.

Highlights
  • Streamlined event planning
  • Eliminates group texts/emails
  • Syncs with phone contacts
  • Centralized event logistics
  • Event information stream
  • Private and public groups
Features
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Caster was founded to eliminate the archaic way of how people make plans. No longer will users be annoyed by group text messages and email chains. Caster streamlines the entire process for all social events, from drinks with friends to attending a music festival. Easily and Quickly Plan Any Event With Friends: Planning events has never been easier. Caster allows you to plan events, no matter how small or how large -- from concerts and ballgames to family reunions, or just grabbing drinks with your friends. Caster syncs directly with your phone contacts so you can easily invite all of your friends or family to an event. Once your event is planned, Caster will provide a full breakdown of event logistics. My Stream: Never lose your event information again. Tired of combing through your email and texts for an address to an event? My stream gives you the opportunity to interact with all your events and groups in one simple platform. Reply to new event invitations, access your groups, and view your upcoming events Event Logistics: Your entire calendar at the click of a button. See the details of your scheduled events all in one place. Caster makes it easy to see who’s been invited, who’s going, where and when your events are taking place- whether you are planning the event yourself or just attending! Groups: Create a private group or join one of ours! Quickly create private groups with your family, friends or co-workers to stay connected and plan events even faster. Join one of our public groups to connect with others Casters that share similar interests. Control Your Event: It’s your event, take control! We make guest lists simple. Caster allows you to quickly view your entire guest list and know in an instant who’s coming, who’s not, and who still needs to respond.

About

GatherGrid

Features
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GatherGrid: Effortless Lead Collection and Follow-Up for Events GatherGrid is the ultimate solution for exhibitors, trade show professionals, and event teams to streamline lead capture and post-event follow-up. With customizable forms, you can easily collect attendee details like names, emails, and phone numbers. The app also features a lead database with note-taking capabilities, business card scanning to digitize contacts, and an offline mode that ensures data collection without interruptions. Once online, your leads sync seamlessly. GatherGrid takes follow-up to the next level with automated SMS messaging, allowing you to engage instantly by sending thank-you texts or scheduling demo links. Export your data effortlessly to CSV files for easy CRM integration and manage leads with precision using built-in editing tools. Whether you're organizing contacts or following up after the event, GatherGrid simplifies the process, letting you focus on making connections. Download GatherGrid today and transform how you network—goodbye missed opportunities, hello smarter, more efficient engagement.

Screenshots

Caster App4 screens
GatherGrid4 screens

Verdict

The call

Caster App and GatherGrid are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Caster App versus GatherGrid: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCaster AppGatherGrid
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (16 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings16 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS11.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB29 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperCaster LLCOtter, LLC

In-app purchases

None

Caster App

No in-app purchases

None

GatherGrid

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Caster App free?
Caster App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GatherGrid free?
GatherGrid is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Caster App or GatherGrid have ads?
Neither Caster App nor GatherGrid shows ads.

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