Comparison

SideCast vs Desaru Coast

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SideCast

Enlarge typed messages on your device screen for easy, silent, or distant communication. Simply type your message or use voice-to-text, then rotate your device to display it clearly to others nearby. Ideal for loud environments, private conversations, or when speaking is not an option.

Highlights
  • Create instant signs and billboards
  • Enlarge typed messages
  • Use text or emojis
  • Rotate device to display
  • Voice-to-text support
  • Silent and private communication
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*** CREATE INSTANT SIGNS AND BILLBOARDS *** With SideCast®, easily enlarge typed messages on your iPhone or iPad screen, making it easy for others to see and read them from a distance. Write your message with text or emojis, then rotate your device to SideCast it to anyone nearby. This is the must-have messaging app for anyone who needs to communicate with someone silently, privately, or from a distance. The clearest messages are seen, not screamed. Save your voice, download SideCast today for free and start communicating more effectively. *** THE MANY USES OF SIDECAST *** The options are limitless. Whether you're trying to get someone's attention, share a funny comment, or just want to say hi, SideCast makes it easy. Simply type or speak a message, then rotate your device onto its side to communicate with anyone nearby. Try it now, FREE! *** REVIEWS *** 5/5 - "I used this app at a VERY crowded bar a few nights ago and while the other people tried shouting over the excessively loud music to order, I used SideCast and got helped by the bartender immediately. GAME CHANGER!" 5/5 - "I see SideCast enhancing the photo bomb in a big way." 5/5 - "The more I use this the more brilliant I realize it really is." 5/5 - "How did no one think of this sooner?" *** SIDECAST USERS ARE CREATIVE *** Thanks to everyone who submitted their favorite ways to use SideCast! Favorites include: • Ordering drinks from a bartender without having to wait • Saying hey to your favorite artist on stage at a concert • Flirting... "Hi there ;)" • Critiquing the skills of a nearby driver • Photobombing! Or, captioning a picture IN the picture • Quietly messaging a co-worker on a conference call... "Lunch in 5?" • Communicating at a loud concert or club • Passing notes in class (no more evidence!) • Getting the check quickly at a restaurant • Communicating with people who have impaired hearing or speaking • Finding your friends in a crowded movie theater or stadium • Telling a presenter how much time they have left • Airport & rideshare pickups • Supporting your child or friend during their sports game from the sidelines • No more unnecessary yelling in loud environments *** SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK *** Please post a review with YOUR favorite way to SideCast, and enjoy! (Note: SideCast supports voice-to-text)

About

Desaru Coast

This festival companion app helps you navigate and plan your experience at the Ombak Festival. Discover the full schedule, create a personalized itinerary, and receive real-time updates to ensure you don't miss any performances or activities. Explore the festival grounds with an interactive map and participate in challenges for rewards.

Highlights
  • Festival schedule access
  • Personalized planner
  • Real-time updates
  • Interactive festival map
  • Artist and activity details
  • Reward challenges
Features
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Your ultimate festival buddy to make the most of your Ombak experience. From 12-14 September 2025, this coastal celebration serves up vibrant music & performances, visual arts & craft, F&B, and family fun. 

With the Ombak Festival App, you can create an account and get access to the full Ombak Festival schedule, map, planner, and more. Browse the 3-day lineup to learn more about all our artistes and activities available, add your must-sees to the planner so you won't miss a thing! View the detailed schedule and find out exactly where and when your favourite acts will be on, plus receive reminders and real-time notifications for a seamless experience.

 Features: 
 - Your Festival Buddy  
Find all you need about Ombak Festival at the tip of your fingers.

 - Plan Your Schedule 
 Make the most of your 3-day experience by adding activities to your personalised planner.

 - Real-Time Updates 
Stay up to date on all things Ombak Festival! Get real-time festival updates and more.

 - View Festival Map 
 Find your way around festival grounds with ease and locate where all activities are held. - Explore & Win
 Explore Ombak Festival and scan your way to exciting rewards!

Screenshots

SideCast4 screens
Desaru Coast4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Desaru Coast at none against SideCast's 2. Desaru Coast also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 months). SideCast's advantage is ratings volume (209 vs 1). On price, ads, monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SideCast sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Desaru Coast asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Desaru Coast holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SideCast has 209 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SideCast ships an update every 3 months, Desaru Coast every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
SideCast versus Desaru Coast: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSideCastDesaru Coast
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (209 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews92.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings209 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size152 MB153 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperAlerion Media LLCIntegrated Synergy System

Customer experience

SideCast

All ratings209 ratings
Positive89.0%
Neutral2.4%
Negative8.6%
Written reviews69 reviews
Positive92.8%
Neutral1.4%
Negative5.8%

Desaru Coast

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

SideCast

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Freezes too often
  • Side cast does not rotate more often than not
  • When it does rotate, the pages run into each other
  • Doesn’t work with iOS 16 (prior to recent update)
  • Timed out - forced to upgrade (specific instance)

Requested features

2 requests
  • Allow selection of text and background colors
  • Remove time limit (mentioned once)

Desaru Coast

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

SideCast

One-time1
  • SideCast upgrade2 variants$0.99
None

Desaru Coast

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SideCast free?
SideCast is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Desaru Coast free?
Desaru Coast is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SideCast or Desaru Coast?
Desaru Coast is rated higher. SideCast averages 4.6 out of 5 from 209 ratings, while Desaru Coast averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do SideCast or Desaru Coast have ads?
Neither SideCast nor Desaru Coast shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SideCast or Desaru Coast?
SideCast ships an update every 3 months, and Desaru Coast every 5 days. Most recently, SideCast was updated on November 6, 2026 and Desaru Coast on October 30, 2026.

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