Buzzer
v3.0.11Social groups, trivia enthusiasts, and event organizers looking for a low-cost, DIY alternative to professional hardware buzzer systems.
What Is Buzzer?
Launched Jan 3, 2009
Updated Jan 2026
What users think iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
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What are Buzzer's key features?
Turns multiple devices into a synchronized buzzer system over a local wireless network
Allows users to select from a variety of sound effects for their buzzer
Tracks response times down to the second to determine the first person to buzz in
Supports multiple choice and free response question formats for game hosts
Supports a wide range of Apple devices and Android phones for mixed-device play
What do users think of Buzzer? iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
“Recent user voice shows a excited sentiment. Users appreciate simplicity and utility and ad-free experience, but report sync and latency issues and sound duration.”
What Users Love
Simple and does the job.
Perfect for buzzer need
I haven't seen ads
Liking this app so much ,has no ads
Pain Points
Absolutely out of sync in the Room. One keeps on getting advantage
the join buzzer have delay to others.
the sounds play for way too long, 3-5 seconds. Needs 0.5-1 second options.
Sounds are too long
High confidence · 55 reviews available
App Store Performance
| Chart | Rank | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Paid | #69 | ▼5 |
What are the pros and cons of Buzzer?
Pros
- Low-cost, accessible alternative to expensive hardware.
- Strong core utility that solves a specific, well-defined problem.
- Cross-platform support allows for diverse device participation.
Cons
- Significant network latency issues undermine the core buzzer functionality.
- Inconsistent UX/UI design, particularly regarding button layout.
- Lack of granular control over sound effects (duration).
What is the market outlook for Buzzer?
Growth Opportunities
- Develop a Pro mode with advanced tournament management features.
- Improve network synchronization protocols to capture the market currently frustrated by latency.
- Expand into educational settings as a gamification tool.
Market Threats
- Competitors with better real-time socket handling could easily displace this app.
- Potential for platform-native features or web-based tools to render the app obsolete.
- Low barrier to entry for new, more polished trivia-buzzer apps.
What are the key takeaways for Buzzer?
Buzzer is a exciting games app that is free with in-app purchases. With a 3.8/5 rating from 252 reviews, it excites its users from users. Users particularly appreciate simplicity and utility, though sync and latency issues remains a common concern.
Best for: Social groups, trivia enthusiasts, and event organizers looking for a low-cost, DIY alternative to professional hardware buzzer systems.
How much does Buzzer cost?
Model: freemium
Uses a hybrid model: paid upfront on iOS and ad-supported free on Android, with a recurring subscription layer to monetize power users.
iOS Version
3.0.11
Android Version
2.2.19
Release Date
Jan 3, 2009
iOS Price
$1.99
Android Price
Free