Spotlite vs BEAT Host
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Spotlite
Streamline client communication and management for service providers. Organize conversations with features like threaded replies and voice messaging, while keeping client details and contract dates easily accessible.
- Client messaging with threaded replies
- Voice messaging with speed control
- Client profiles with key information
- Simple client onboarding
- Contract dates tracking
- Photo and document sharing
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Take your client communication to the next level and bring your services back into the spotlite For coaches and service providers ready to upgrade their client experience, Spotlite gives you the tools to make offering an exceptional client experience simple. So that while Spotlite keeps track of your important client information, you can focus on what you do best. Client messaging - With Spotlite's enhanced messaging features, you're able to create an engaging conversation with your clients, and with the ability to reply-in-thread your conversations can stay clear and organised, no matter how complex the project. - You have all the features you could need for a next-level client experience: Voice messaging (inc. speed control), message reactions, reply-in-thread, read receipts, GIFs, photo sharing, and document sharing, and an expanding message field for longer messages Client profiles - With their own profiles set up, you have each client's key information easily accessible right alongside your messaging conversation with them, including their job title, email address, birthday, and contract start and end dates. Simple client onboarding - Onboard your clients directly into the app in just a few simple steps. Contract dates tracking - Spotlite records your start and end dates with each individual client in-app, and provides a visual representation of how far through working with each client you are, via a circle wrapping around their profile. So you can easily track client contracts and see how far along you are For support enquiries email us at support@spotliteapp.com
BEAT Host
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BEAT Host is the official front-of-house companion app used by partner venues to simplify and enhance guest check-ins. Designed for reception teams, hosts, and venue staff at: * Beach Clubs * Private Lounges * Wellness Spaces * Boutique Sports Clubs * Member-Only Venues …and more. Key Features: * Register new guests via name & phone number * Scan guest QR codes for fast check-ins * View active guest list and check-in history * Notify venue managers in real-time * Deliver an elevated, branded welcome experience Used alongside the BEAT main app, this tool is essential for venues seeking a next-level guest engagement strategy. Partner-only access. To learn more or become a pilot venue under www.beat-connects.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BEAT Host at none against Spotlite's 5. BEAT Host also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 4 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Spotlite sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. BEAT Host asks for nothing beyond the download.
Spotlite ships an update every 4 weeks, BEAT Host every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Spotlite | BEAT Host |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 31 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Spotlite LLC | Alexandra Isabella Kraft |
In-app purchases
Spotlite
- TrialFree
- Lite Lifetime Access$199.99
- Plus Lifetime Access$309.99
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- Standard Lifetime Access$324.99
- Unlimited Lifetime Access$519.99
BEAT Host
No in-app purchases
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