CB vs AIRSYS
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CB
Connect with people worldwide through a simulated CB radio experience. Listen to broadcasts for free and engage in real-time conversations. Unlock enhanced broadcasting features with an in-app purchase.
- Listen to global broadcasts for free
- Unlimited range voice communication
- Simulated CB radio and walkie-talkie
- Approximate location sharing for privacy
- Unlock longer broadcasts and remove delays
- Social networking for real conversations
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CB allows you to listen to CB app broadcasters for free, anywhere in the world. At its core, the CB app is designed to function like an old-fashioned Citizen's Band radio, but with unlimited range. An in-app purchase unlocks broadcasting so you can get in on the fun! Your privacy and safety are very important to us at CB. Because of this, your exact location on the CB map will NEVER show up to other users. Users can only see an approximate location for others (red, green, gold, and purple pins). This is because we intentionally and randomly move your pin on the map, somewhere within 50-150 miles of your actual location. What CB is: • A fun way to meet new people and talk to friends all over the world. • A social network for people who enjoy the personal touch of real conversation. • An easy-to-use simulation of a ham radio, a CB radio, and a walkie-talkie, all in one. What CB is not: •CB does not use Citizen's Band radio frequencies. It uses the internet. •CB is not a police radio scanner. •CB can NOT show you another user’s exact location! How it works: 1. Download the app and open it. 2. Listen to what other people have to say. 3. Press and hold your finger anywhere on the screen to make your broadcast! 4. Free users can broadcast up to 10-seconds, with a 10-second delay between broadcasts. Purchase a subscription to remove the delay and allow longer broadcasts. See below for details about the in-app purchases of auto-renewing subscriptions. And there's much, much more! We would love to hear your feedback! The CB team regularly checks in on CB, and you can Tweet us at @TheCBApp or reach us on our Facebook page at http://facebook.com/TheCBApp. The free version allows for unlimited listening, and allows you to broadcast up to 10 seconds at a time with a 10-second delay between broadcasts. The free version also includes ad banners for other apps from this developer, and potentially other links to indie creators. All subscription options remove banner ads and all remove the delay between broadcasts, as well as... Basic - $0.99 for three months (about a penny a day) - Gives you 15-second broadcasts. Pro - $2.99 for three months (about a dollar a month) - Gives you 30-second broadcasts. Executive - $9.99 for six months (less than $2 a month) - Gives you 60-second broadcasts. Royal - $35.99 annually (about $3 a month) - Gives you broadcasts up to 60 minutes! When you subscribe, payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. You can manage your subscriptions, and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. At the moment, we're not offering a free trial, but if we add that, the way it works is that any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Please see our Terms of Use at https://www.thecbapp.com/terms.html Please see our privacy policy, including information about how your location data is used, at https://www.thecbapp.com/privacy.html
AIRSYS
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AIRSYS is an all-in-one mission critical communications powerhouse that connects people in a variety of ways in a wide range of situations. Its capabilities comprise voice and video calls, messaging, tracking (including indoor localization), task management and more. The uses of the app are versatile. For some users, it helps ensure smooth operation of their business. For others, it's part of the security toolset. Importantly, it can be vital in responding to dangerous incidents where lives depend on timely communication. Whether you're a logistics specialist, a guard on patrol, a firefighter or a police officer, you will appreciate the reliable power of AIRSYS, its focus and ease of use. This app is the client-side component of the Airsys framework. Airsys provides mission critical push-to-talk (MC-PTT) capabilities in LTE networks over the Internet Protocol (IP) and builds a comprehensive communications and emergency response solution on that foundation. The following are some highlights of the Airsys features that AIRSYS implements. Voice communication features Call capabilities are at the heart of mission-critical communications. In addition to the obligatory group and individual calls, AIRSYS offers an extended set of voice and video call types. • Individual, group and channel calls • Emergency calls • Priority calls • Video calls • Offline user calls • Voice recording and playback Messaging features In situations where voice communication is not your first choice of format, use free-form or template-based text messages, or send arbitrary files over your Airsys network. • Text and file exchange • Template-based status messages Lone worker protection features Intended for ensuring the safety of employees who are working in hazardous conditions, these features rely on sensor and battery charge data. These readings can indicate emergencies and cause alerts to be triggered. • Sensor state tracking • Automated alerts (such as Man Down) based on sensor data analysis • Battery charge monitoring Location and tracking features Always-on location tracking is a core component of AIRSYS operation and in many cases the reason to use the app. Access to location is required by dispatchers for ensuring personnel safety and tracking assets. • Subscriber identification and location markers • Detailed street view • Guard tour planning • Waypoints • Indoor localization Other features • Remote listening and camera • Task management and control Note that the feature set for your particular AIRSYS setup will be as broad or as lean as your Airsys administrators configure it to be.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AIRSYS at none against CB's 11. AIRSYS also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 26.0). CB's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. CB sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 3 months. AIRSYS asks for nothing beyond the download.
CB ships an update fortnightly, AIRSYS every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CB | AIRSYS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.3 (64 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 46.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 64 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Benjamin Carroll | TASSTA GmbH |
Bugs and requests
CB
Reported bugs
10 issues- App crashes on startup or during use
- Audio not working or no voices heard
- Headphones not recognized after app switch
- Screen turns black and app won't open
- App closes when phone display turns off
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- Random routing to speaker instead of headphones
- Paid status shows but app won't function
- Restore purchases links not working
- Button presses unresponsive
- App freezes and jams frequently
Requested features
11 requests- Background audio playback without screen on
- Better tutorial or FAQ documentation
- User profile creation with persistent handle names
- Screen scroll functionality during broadcast
- CB time frame for unified time reference
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- Language filtering for non-English channels
- Improved headphone auto-detection
- Screen lock prevention while app is active
- Better moderation and community management tools
- Real CB radio connection capability
- Country-specific channel filtering
AIRSYS
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
CB
- Basic$0.993 Months
- Pro$2.993 Months
- Unlock Talk and MoreFree
- Try All CB Features for a Week$0.99
- Buy Longer Broadcasts!$0.99
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- One Month Trial!$0.99
- Premium Broadcasts Only$2.99
- Six Month Unlock!$2.99
- Buy All Features Forever - DISCOUNTED!$4.99
- CB Combo Pack 1$9.99
- All Features Forever!$12.99
AIRSYS
No in-app purchases









