Comparison

Baze App vs HustleSasa

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

Head to head
About

Baze App

Features
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Welcome to Baze - your all-in-one destination for streaming video, audio, and live experiences. Baze is a digital-first content platform from Safaricom offering a rich mix of on-demand and live entertainment, including short-form videos, trending music, live events, podcasts, TV, and radio. Whether you’re vibing to a podcast, catching up on local comedy, or streaming a live concert or match - Baze keeps you connected to what you love. Features You’ll Love: Stream Video On-Demand - Catch action, comedy, drama, documentaries, kids’ shows, and exclusive short films. Listen to Audio Content - From music to podcasts and live radio — stream your favorite sounds across genres. Tune in to Live TV - Stay connected with regional TV stations and livestreams from the Baze platform. Attend Live Events - Watch exclusive concerts, festivals, sports, and creator events - streamed directly on Baze. Discover What’s Hot - Baze learns your preferences and serves you personalized recommendations across all formats. Choose Flexible Plans - Subscribe daily/weekly/monthly, or get one time purchases - pay via M-Pesa, Airtime, Visa/Mastercard, or (coming soon) Bonga Points. Download for Offline Viewing - Save videos and shows to watch later without using your data. Global Access - Stream anywhere, anytime — whether you’re in Kenya or abroad. Create Up to 4 Profiles - Build custom profiles for each family member, including a safe Kids Mode. Get Smart Notifications - Be first to know about new episodes, livestreams, artist drops, and exclusive promos. Why Choose Baze? Seamless interface, quick sign-up via phone, email, or social login Locally curated with African creators and culture in mind Built for mobile-first users across Africa and beyond Backed by Safaricom’s trusted network and billing services Whether you’re into live music, motivational podcasts, breaking news, or binge-worthy local series - Baze puts it all in your pocket.

About

HustleSasa

Discover and purchase tickets for a wide range of events, from concerts to sports and festivals. Access your tickets instantly within the app, share them with friends, and enjoy secure, fast checkout with multiple payment options.

Highlights
  • Event discovery by category and location
  • Fast and secure ticket purchasing
  • Mobile Money and Card payment options
  • Instant ticket access within the app
  • Ticket sharing with friends
  • Dynamic QR codes for entry
  • Biometric login support
Features
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HUSTLESASA for FANS The easiest way to discover events and buy tickets. Whether you're chasing the biggest concert, your next football match, a food festival, or a weekend vibe with friends, the new HustleSasa Buyer App makes it easier than ever to find what's happening. WHAT'S NEW Discover Experiences You'll Love Explore events happening near you. Browse by category: Music, Sports, Arts & Culture, Business, Food & Drink and more. Search for your favourite events. See what's trending and discover what's happening this weekend. Buy Tickets in Seconds Fast and secure checkout. Pay easily with Mobile Money or Card. Receive instant confirmations via Email and WhatsApp. Your Tickets, Always Ready Access all your tickets directly in the app. Large QR codes for faster entry at events. Dynamic security codes that help protect against fraud. Share Tickets with Friends Plans changed? No problem. Transfer tickets directly from the app. Friends receive instant notifications via Email or SMS. Quick and seamless claiming process. Built for Trust & Security Tickets from verified organizers only. Dynamic QR codes to prevent screenshot fraud. Biometric login support (Face ID & Touch ID).

Screenshots

Baze App4 screens
HustleSasa4 screens

Verdict

The call

Baze App and HustleSasa are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Baze App ships an update weekly, HustleSasa every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Baze App versus HustleSasa: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBaze AppHustleSasa
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.8 (4 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better16
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB58 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperSafaricom LimitedHustle Sasa Limited

In-app purchases

None

Baze App

No in-app purchases

None

HustleSasa

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Baze App free?
Baze App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HustleSasa free?
HustleSasa is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Baze App or HustleSasa have ads?
Neither Baze App nor HustleSasa shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Baze App or HustleSasa?
Baze App ships an update weekly, and HustleSasa every 2 weeks. Most recently, Baze App was updated on October 30, 2026 and HustleSasa on October 24, 2026.

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