# Casting Networks vs APAP|NYC 2025

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: APAP|NYC 2025 at none against Casting Networks's 1. APAP|NYC 2025 also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.6). Casting Networks's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.6K vs 7). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Casting Networks sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $29.99 per month. APAP|NYC 2025 asks for nothing beyond the download.

APAP|NYC 2025 holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Casting Networks has 1.6K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Casting Networks | APAP|NYC 2025 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/casting-networks/id1607830864/reviews) | **[4.9 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apapnyc-2025/id6738706500/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.6K** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | 22.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | **#112** | — |
| Size | 131 MB | 142 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Casting Networks LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/802769727) | [ASSOCIATION OF PERFORMING ARTS PROFESSIONALS INC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1446597814) |

## What reviewers say

### Casting Networks

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

**Currently charting:** #112 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


### APAP|NYC 2025

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apapnyc-2025/id6738706500)

This official conference companion app provides attendees with a comprehensive guide to the Association of Performing Arts Professionals' annual gathering. Access event schedules, connect with thousands of industry professionals, explore showcases, and navigate venues across New York City.

**Highlights:** Event schedule access, Networking opportunities, Showcase directory, Speaker and panel info, Venue and city maps

**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 APAP|NYC 2025 free?

APAP|NYC 2025 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Casting Networks or APAP|NYC 2025?

APAP|NYC 2025 is rated higher. Casting Networks averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while APAP|NYC 2025 averages 4.9 from 7 ratings.

### Do Casting Networks or APAP|NYC 2025 have ads?

APAP|NYC 2025 shows ads; Casting Networks does not.

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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.*