# Casting Networks vs CampingKit

The clearest difference is review sentiment: CampingKit at 100% against Casting Networks's 22%. CampingKit also leads on update cadence (daily vs fortnightly) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Casting Networks's advantage is ratings volume (1.6K vs 28) and chart position (#97 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Casting Networks sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $29.99 per month and CampingKit sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

CampingKit 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 28, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 22% of Casting Networks's written reviews are positive against 100% of CampingKit's.

Casting Networks ships an update fortnightly, CampingKit daily. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Casting Networks | CampingKit |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/casting-networks/id1607830864/reviews) | **[5.0 (28 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/campingkit-list-plan-pack/id6744910267/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.6K** | 28 |
| Positive reviews | 22.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#97** | — |
| Size | 131 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.2 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Casting Networks LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/802769727) | [Jessica Parsons](https://appshunter.io/developer/1809902371) |

## What reviewers say

### Casting Networks

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

**Currently charting:** #97 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


### CampingKit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/campingkit-list-plan-pack/id6744910267)

This app helps outdoor enthusiasts pack smarter for any trip. Create personalized packing lists using smart filters, manage gear, and stay organized with features like restock reminders. It offers an offline-friendly design and syncs across devices.

**Highlights:** Create and manage multiple packing lists, Personalized lists via smart filters, Restock and reminders lists, Syncs across devices, Offline functionality, Customizable lists with photos/emojis

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CampingKit Pro | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Support for original author's work
- 👍 Well-organized and practical layout
- 👍 Helpful for planning and organization
- 👍 User-friendly and easy to use
- 👍 Comprehensive and covers essential items


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Casting Networks free?

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

### Is CampingKit free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Casting Networks or CampingKit?

CampingKit is rated higher. Casting Networks averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while CampingKit averages 5.0 from 28 ratings.

### Do Casting Networks or CampingKit have ads?

Neither Casting Networks nor CampingKit shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Casting Networks or CampingKit?

Casting Networks ships an update fortnightly, and CampingKit daily. Most recently, Casting Networks was updated on October 25, 2026 and CampingKit on October 24, 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.*