Comparison

SideCast vs Big Text Buddy

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

Head to head
About

SideCast

Easily enlarge typed messages on your device screen for clear, silent communication from a distance. Use text or emojis to convey your message, then rotate your device to share it with anyone nearby. Perfect for loud environments or private conversations.

Highlights
  • Create instant signs and billboards
  • Enlarge typed messages
  • Use text and emojis
  • Rotate device for display
  • Silent and private communication
  • Voice-to-text support
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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

Big Text Buddy

Features
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Turn your iPhone into a big, clear message display. Type any word or short message, rotate your phone, and show it in large, easy-to-read text. Whether you’re meeting someone at the airport, trying to be seen in a crowd, or holding up a quick sign at a concert or sports event, the app makes your message visible in seconds. Use it for: • Airport pickups • Concerts and festivals • Sports events • Meeting points • Names and quick signs • Any moment where big text helps Features: • Large full-screen text display • Adjustable text size and weight • Text and background color options • Auto-scroll modes • Simple, distraction-free interface

Screenshots

SideCast4 screens
Big Text Buddy3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Big Text Buddy at none against SideCast's 2. Big Text Buddy also leads on ads (none vs shown). SideCast's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price 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. Big Text Buddy asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SideCast versus Big Text Buddy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSideCastBig Text Buddy
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (208 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews92.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings208 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size156 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlerion Media LLCAsterios Digital GmbH

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)

Big Text Buddy

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

SideCast

One-time1
  • SideCast upgrade2 variants$0.99
None

Big Text Buddy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SideCast free?
SideCast is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Big Text Buddy free?
Big Text Buddy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SideCast or Big Text Buddy have ads?
SideCast shows ads; Big Text Buddy does not.

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