Class Action Buddy vs BigClassAction

By Timo Bakker · July 3, 2026 · 4 min read

BigClassAction.com is one of the older class action websites — been around since the mid-2000s. Class Action Buddy is a mobile app built in 2025 for the specific job of filling out claim forms. Different generations of tool.

What BigClassAction does well

• Historical archive of every notable class action from the past 20 years. Good for research.
• Steady editorial coverage of ongoing cases. Their blog is updated multiple times per week.
• Free — no signup, no paywall.

Where BigClassAction falls short

• No filing tools. You cannot fill out a claim form on the site — every settlement page links you out to the admin.
• No push notifications. You have to keep coming back to check for new settlements matching your interests.
• Site UX is dated. Search and filters are limited compared to newer aggregators.

What Class Action Buddy does that BigClassAction cannot

• Auto-fill the claim PDF at coordinate precision.
• Capture your electronic signature on the form.
• Print and mail on your behalf.
• Track deadlines with push notifications.
• Filter every open settlement by your state.