CrewCast vs Strada Media
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CrewCast
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CrewCast keeps your whole crew in sync. Designed specifically for film productions — from major studio sets to small indie shoots — it puts everyone on the same beat: "Quiet on Set!", "Action!", "Cut!" reach every crew member instantly, with silent CUE signals during takes and live production status on the phones they already carry. Push-to-talk voice channels and group chats are built in — and it all works alongside your existing gear, so keep your radios for what they do best. ACTION COORDINATION - Instant production-wide alerts: "Quiet on Set!", "Action!", "Cut!" - Non-blocking action banners — crew keeps working while staying informed - Adjustable countdown timers for timed actions (Lunch, Break) - CUE signals to actors and crew during takes - Visual countdown timers and BPM pulses - Lock screen notifications via Live Activities VOICE CHANNELS - Walkie-talkie style push-to-talk communication - Open mic mode for continuous transmission - Main channel for production-wide announcements - Team channels for department-specific coordination - Private group channels for quick collaborations - Auto-reconnect keeps you connected on spotty set WiFi - Toggle mic with AirPods or any Bluetooth headset - Audio continues on lock screen via CallKit GROUP CHATS - Create group conversations with anyone on the production - AI-generated chat names for quick identification - Any group member can invite others - Unread message badges so you never miss a message - Team chat and production-wide chat built in CREW & AD MANAGEMENT - Promote or demote crew members to AD with a swipe - Organize crew into teams (Camera, Sound, Lighting, etc.) - QR code crew onboarding — scan to join - AD invite QR codes for quick onboarding of assistant directors HARDWARE INTEGRATION - CrewCast Button for hands-free control - Pair physical buttons via Bluetooth - Trigger actions and CUEs from anywhere on set BUILT FOR PRODUCTION - Works reliably on set with poor connectivity - Battery-efficient design for all-day shoots - Dark mode optimized for low-light sets - Also available on Mac for video village - Designed with input from professional film crews FLEXIBLE PRICING - Subscribe monthly for ongoing productions - Or buy a Day Pass (2/3/5/7 days) for a one-off shoot — no subscription needed - Day passes stack and are only used on the days you actually run a production Your AD triggers "Quiet on Set" and every crew member sees it instantly — no more missed calls. Perfect for: - Feature films and TV productions - Documentary crews - Commercial shoots - Music video productions - Live events and broadcasts Free to try. Go Pro with a subscription — or grab a Day Pass (2/3/5/7 days) for one-off productions, no subscription required. Terms of Use (EULA): https://crewcast.online/terms Privacy Policy: https://crewcast.online/privacy
Strada Media
Instantly access and share media files from your computers and hard drives without cloud storage. Stream videos and view images seamlessly, even with low bandwidth, and collaborate with creative teams by sharing folders and drives.
- Connect to computers and drives remotely
- Access shared folders and drives
- Instant video streaming and image viewing
- Supports professional media filetypes
- Share and transfer files to phone
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Strada is a peer-to-peer network that connects computers and hard drives to each other, providing instant, secure access to media without the delays, limits, and storage costs of the cloud. Strada lets creative teams browse, stream, and transfer media from any device on the Strada Network. Use Strada to access your own media on the go, or invite others to unlock new levels of collaboration. As soon as someone invites you to a folder, you can start viewing their videos and images immediately, no uploads required. Features: -Connect to your own computers and drives from anywhere -Access folders and drives shared by collaborators -Stream videos and view images instantly, even with limited internet bandwidth -Supports professional video, audio and image filetypes (Apple ProRes, Avid DNx, PNG, TIFF, EXR, PNG, AVC-I, HEVC, H264, etc.) -Share and transfer files straight to your phone Whether you need to review, share, or move media, Strada makes access simple and seamless, without cloud storage limitations.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Strada Media at none against CrewCast's 11. On price, update cadence, 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. CrewCast sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $17.99 per month. Strada Media asks for nothing beyond the download.
CrewCast ships an update every 3 weeks, Strada Media every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CrewCast | Strada Media |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (10 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 10 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 40 MB | 81 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Friis Mobility ApS | Strada Media Inc |
In-app purchases
CrewCast
- Indie$17.991 Month
- Pro$49.991 Month
- Studio$119.991 Month
- 2-Day Pass$11.99
- 3-Day Pass$14.99
- 5,000 Channel Minutes$14.99
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- 5-Day Pass$19.99
- 7-Day Pass$24.99
- 25,000 Channel Minutes$44.99
- 50,000 Channel Minutes$59.99
- CrewCast button license$95.99
Strada Media
No in-app purchases
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