Comparison

Brilliant Connect HD vs shieldZ

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

Head to head
About

Brilliant Connect HD

This free app allows unlimited voice and video calls to other users, plus low-cost calls to any phone number. It offers end-to-end encrypted chats, rich messaging with photos and files, and group chat functionality. Supports Bangla language and offers a dedicated phone number for incoming calls.

Highlights
  • Free voice and video calls
  • Low-cost international calling
  • End-to-end encrypted chat
  • Rich messaging (photos, files, location)
  • Group chat
  • Dedicated Brilliant Phone number
  • Bangla language support
Features
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Brilliant HD is completely free. With mobile data plan and Wi-Fi connection you can contact any one for FREE. You can also make voice calls to anyone who does not have Brilliant HD App installed at a very competitive rate. Ask your friends and family to install Brilliant HD and you will be able to make VIDEO calls and send stickers via rich messages. Why Brilliant HD is the best communication app for you? Your own Brilliant Phone number Anyone can dial your Brilliant number and call you from anywhere in the world Low cost calls to any phone number anywhere in the world with Brilliant-Out calling Low Data usage saves up to 6 times less data than other similar apps Free voice and video calls to your friends who have the app installed Chat and calls are 100% private with end-to-end encryption Supports Bangla Language Bangla Stickers in rich messages Send photos, videos, files, location and voice messages Group chat keeps you connected with friends Block unwanted calls and messages from unknown contacts Mute notifications Brilliant HD is part of Intercloud Limited Contact us at http://app.brilliant.com.bd/chat

About

shieldZ

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shieldZ is your ultimate community safety companion. Designed to enhance neighborhood security and foster proactive vigilance, shieldZ empowers users of the modern generation to report and respond to incidents in real time. Whether it’s a burglary, harassment, or any other emergency, our app provides a platform for instant notifications and community engagement. Key Features: Real-Time Incident Reporting: Report incidents with details, media files, and geolocation. Customizable Notification Zones: Stay informed about incidents in specific areas you care about. First Responder Feature: Mark yourself as a First Responder to assist in emergencies. Community Verification: Help verify the authenticity of incident reports through user voting. SOS Alerts: Trigger emergency alerts to your pre-set contacts via SMS. Incident Map Interaction: View and interact with incidents happening around you. shieldZ aims to create a safer, more connected community by turning every smartphone into a tool for public safety. Join us in making a difference and ensuring the well-being of your neighborhood!

Screenshots

Brilliant Connect HD4 screens
shieldZ4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Brilliant Connect HD at 3 against shieldZ's —. Brilliant Connect HD also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.1). On price 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Brilliant Connect HD versus shieldZ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBrilliant Connect HDshieldZ
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (198 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews24.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings198 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — better—
Requires iOS12.0 — better14.1
Further details — not scored
Size160 MB79 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperINTERCLOUD LIMITEDBrac

Bugs and requests

Brilliant Connect HD

Reported bugs

15 issues
  • NID submission button not appearing on iPhone X and newer models
  • Login fails after app reinstallation
  • OTP not being received during registration
  • Add balance option missing or not displaying
  • App crashes during calls
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  • Call drops and disconnections
  • Outgoing call shows number invalid error
  • App freezes on login screen
  • Payment processing not reflected in app balance
  • Contact list not loading completely
  • Message and call history not loading
  • App incompatible with iOS 18
  • Screen goes off during calls
  • Balance shows zero unexpectedly
  • Recharge service list fails to load

Requested features

9 requests
  • International calling support outside Bangladesh
  • Easier recharge/payment system with multiple payment options
  • Better UX design for recharge interface
  • Call history and message history features
  • Display of IP number in app
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  • Improved contact list functionality
  • Dark mode option
  • Better background app functionality
  • Incoming call notifications for locked/closed app

shieldZ

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Brilliant Connect HD

No in-app purchases

None

shieldZ

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Brilliant Connect HD free?
Brilliant Connect HD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is shieldZ free?
shieldZ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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