Comparison

CallBell vs Buzzer

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

Head to head
About

CallBell

Experience realistic sound effects with this app, featuring high-quality audio and visuals. Customize your experience with a dress-up function that changes sound effects based on themes. Explore augmented reality features for an enhanced simulation.

Highlights
  • Realistic call bell sound simulation
  • High image and sound quality
  • Refined 3D design
  • Dress-up function with themes
  • Augmented Reality support
Features
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Call Bell is an entertaining app that simulates the sound of a real Call Bell. Easy operation - no explanation needed! High image and sound quality with a refined design Realistic high-res image by 3D technology The best selected sound effects Check out all other effects reproduced! Dress-up function (extra) Get new themes by meeting cretain conditions! Watch the sound effect change! Get one and try it on your own. Augmented Reality

About

Buzzer

Transform your device into a versatile game night buzzer. Enjoy a large, tactile button with satisfying sound and haptics. Access various modes like soundboards, random decisions, and timers to enhance parties, trivia, and group activities.

Highlights
  • Large tactile 3D buzzer with haptics
  • 16+ loud sound effects
  • Soundboard mode
  • Yes/No random decision mode
  • Game timer and scoreboard
  • Custom sound recording (Pro)
  • Home Screen widget
Features
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Make quiz night feel like a game. Tap the big red buzzer for an instant sound and haptic feedback, or open Game Host to run a round on one iPhone. BUZZ, THEN PLAY • Choose from 20 bundled sounds, including a wrong-answer buzzer, correct ding, game bell, applause and sirens. • Run timed rounds with team scores and sound cues in Game Host. • Tap the Yes or No button for quick responses. • Record and use your own sounds with Buzzer Pro. Game Host starts free with a 30-second timer and two teams. Buzzer Pro adds longer and custom timers, up to four teams, premium sounds, sound cues and saved setups. Recording your own sounds also requires Pro. Use Buzzer for trivia nights, classroom activities, party rounds, or a quick sound effect. No account is required. Buzzer Pro is an optional auto-renewing subscription. The price, trial and renewal terms are shown before purchase. Manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple account settings. Privacy Policy: https://green-chips-b04.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-Buzzer-2a663820dc898072837fd9c47c9d65a4 Terms of Use: https://green-chips-b04.notion.site/Terms-of-Use-Buzzer-2a663820dc8980b79ff4e6bc651a756d

Screenshots

CallBell4 screens
Buzzer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Buzzer at 4.5 against CallBell's 3.4. Buzzer also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 21 months). CallBell's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.6). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and monetization model 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. Buzzer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. CallBell asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Buzzer holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 32 and 60 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 74% of CallBell's written reviews are positive against 67% of Buzzer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CallBell ships an update every 21 months, Buzzer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
CallBell versus Buzzer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCallBellBuzzer
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (32 ratings)4.5 (60 ratings) — better
Positive reviews73.9% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings3260 — better
Update frequencyEvery 21 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperwhitezOmari Sopromadze

Customer experience

CallBell

All ratings32 ratings
Positive59.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.6%
Written reviews23 reviews
Positive73.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative26.1%

Buzzer

All ratings59 ratings
Positive88.1%
Neutral5.1%
Negative6.8%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

None

CallBell

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Buzzer

Subscriptions4
  • Pro Weekly7 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Pro Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Pro Annual7 Days trial$14.991 Year
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  • Pro Annual$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is CallBell free?
CallBell is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Buzzer free?
Buzzer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, CallBell or Buzzer?
Buzzer is rated higher. CallBell averages 3.4 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while Buzzer averages 4.5 from 60 ratings.
Do CallBell or Buzzer have ads?
CallBell shows ads; Buzzer does not.
Which is updated more often, CallBell or Buzzer?
CallBell ships an update every 21 months, and Buzzer every 3 weeks. Most recently, CallBell was updated on November 3, 2026 and Buzzer on October 30, 2026.

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