# Casting Networks vs El Segundo Connect

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: El Segundo Connect at none against Casting Networks's 1. El Segundo Connect also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 16.0). Casting Networks's advantage is ratings volume (1.6K vs 2) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Casting Networks sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $29.99 per month. El Segundo Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

El Segundo Connect holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Casting Networks has 1.6K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Casting Networks ships an update fortnightly, El Segundo Connect every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and July 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Casting Networks | El Segundo Connect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/casting-networks/id1607830864/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/el-segundo-connect/id6652997769/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.6K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 22.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#98** | — |
| Size | 130 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Casting Networks LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/802769727) | [City of El Segundo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1764119629) |

## What reviewers say

### Casting Networks

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

**Currently charting:** #98 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


### El Segundo Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/el-segundo-connect/id6652997769)

Easily access City information and services with a few taps. Submit service requests for issues like graffiti or potholes, track your submissions, and stay informed about local news and events.

**Highlights:** Submit service requests, Track request status, View public requests, Access city news, View event calendar, Find job opportunities

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Casting Networks free?

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

### Is El Segundo Connect free?

El Segundo Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Casting Networks or El Segundo Connect?

El Segundo Connect is rated higher. Casting Networks averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while El Segundo Connect averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Casting Networks or El Segundo Connect have ads?

Neither Casting Networks nor El Segundo Connect shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Casting Networks or El Segundo Connect?

Casting Networks ships an update fortnightly, and El Segundo Connect every 2 months. Most recently, Casting Networks was updated on September 24, 2026 and El Segundo Connect on July 20, 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.*