# Casting Networks vs Final Draft Go

The clearest difference is rating: Casting Networks at 4.6 against Final Draft Go's 4.0. Casting Networks also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Casting Networks sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $29.99 per month and Final Draft Go sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Casting Networks holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.6K and 1.7K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 22% of Casting Networks's written reviews are positive against 10% of Final Draft Go's.

Casting Networks ships an update fortnightly, Final Draft Go every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 13, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Casting Networks | Final Draft Go |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/casting-networks/id1607830864/reviews)** | [4.0 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/final-draft-go/id1614876398/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1.6K | **1.7K** |
| Positive reviews | **22.4% of reviews** | 10.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#93** | — |
| Size | 130 MB | 195 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Casting Networks LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/802769727) | [Cast & Crew Production Software, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/453097971) |

## What reviewers say

### Casting Networks

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/casting-networks/id1607830864)

**Currently charting:** #93 Top Grossing · Productivity (US App Store)

This app allows actors, models, and performers to manage their professional profiles, submit to auditions, and respond to casting requests directly from their mobile device. It connects talent with thousands of casting directors and representatives.

**Highlights:** Access performer profiles, Submit headshots and reels, View and submit to Casting Billboard, Respond to media and audition requests, Manage callback requests

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Casting Networks Membership | $29.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient mobile app
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Helpful for finding opportunities

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable
- 💰 Overpriced subscription
- 🚫 Missing critical features
- 🤔 Confusing user experience

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes frequently
- Unable to view attachments or media in the app
- Inconsistent or missing notifications
- Profile and account management issues

**Requested features**

- Add ability to submit auditions directly from the app
- Display audition due dates in the app
- Improve search and sorting functionality
- Allow translation of information in the app


### Final Draft Go

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/final-draft-go/id1614876398)

Write, edit, and read screenplays on your mobile device. Seamlessly sync scripts across platforms and enjoy industry-standard formatting. Ideal for writers on the go.

**Highlights:** Write and edit scripts, Sync scripts via cloud services, Industry-standard formatting, SmartType for auto-completion, ScriptNotes and character highlighting, Grammarly integration, Multi-language support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Annually | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Decent for on-the-go ideas
- 👍 Don't be scared of the bad reviews
- 🚀 Saved my life!

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and annoying
- 🐛 Crashes constantly
- 🐛 Unusable, unprofessional
- 🐛 Scrolling issues
- 🐛 Typing and formatting problems

**Reported bugs**

- Constant login issues
- Crashes and freezes
- Scrolling and cursor problems
- Formatting and editing bugs
- Sync and file management issues

**Requested features**

- Add Dropbox support
- Improve Magic Keyboard integration
- Add Beat Board and other advanced features
- Unify account system with desktop version


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Casting Networks free?

Casting Networks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Final Draft Go free?

Final Draft Go is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Casting Networks or Final Draft Go?

Casting Networks is rated higher. Casting Networks averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while Final Draft Go averages 4.0 from 1.7K ratings.

### Do Casting Networks or Final Draft Go have ads?

Neither Casting Networks nor Final Draft Go shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Casting Networks or Final Draft Go?

Casting Networks ships an update fortnightly, and Final Draft Go every 5 weeks. Most recently, Casting Networks was updated on October 13, 2026 and Final Draft Go on October 13, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*