Comparison

Scriptigo Script Reader vs Stratword

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

Head to head
About

Scriptigo Script Reader

Manage, share, and rehearse scripts for plays and screenplays. Import from various formats, customize reading, and track cues. Offers advanced writing, editing, and collaboration tools through optional upgrades.

Highlights
  • Script library management
  • Customizable reading experience
  • Batch script import
  • Writing and editing tools
  • SwipeStudy™ line memorization
  • Team script sharing
  • Revision and version tracking
Features
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Scriptigo is the perfect choice for writing, managing, sharing, and rehearsing your playscripts and screenplays. The free version of Scriptigo enables you to: • Manage your script library: have all your scripts in one place, easily accessible, and synced across your mobile devices • Customize your reading experience: Use standard script formatting or customize it • Batch import your scripts from email, iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive and Google Docs. • Import scripts created with Final Draft, Microsoft Word, PDF, plain text and other file formats like Fountain (used by Highland & Slugline) Upgrade to Scriptigo Pro for a one-time introductory price of $4.99 for these features (optional): • Write and edit your scripts: automatic formatting allows you to just type • Power find & replace: make bulk changes to your scripts • Bookmarks: Save shortcuts to lines in your script for handy access • Notetaking: Make notes in your scripts to record your ideas and assign notes to a character/user, notes can also be shared or private, scribble your notes on PDFs • Track your cues: Add cues for light and sound to your script and call your show from the script • Print your scripts and share them as PDFs via email or any way you prefer • Create shot lists to prepare for your shooting schedule • Create scene outlines to manage your script structure and flow • Create scene outline reports to manage your script structure and flow • Turn on SwipeStudy™ to hide your character's lines while memorizing and then jog your memory by swiping a hidden line to temporarily see it Upgrade to Scriptigo Sharing for these features for a monthly subscription (optional): • Try out the free 30-day trial to Scriptigo Sharing! • Share scripts with your team: Scripts are in sync up to the minute with your entire production team • Revision tracking: Indicators show where the last edits were made in the script • Track script versions: Changes are tracked so you can roll back to previous versions if you make a mistake • Track line numbers: Lock your line numbers so they stay the same after editing them * Share notes: Share notes with other users and assign notes to a specific character/user * Script Doctor™: Automatically check your scripts for common problems and inconsistencies and fix them for you Sign up for a subscription to Scriptigo Sharing for $3/user per month (or the equivalent in your currency). The subscription is automatically renewed and charged on a monthly (30 day) basis. You can cancel it at any time up until the day before renewal and you can at any time turn off the auto renewal from your iTunes account. For more information and to review our Privacy Policy, visit: scriptigo.com/privacy-policy To view Apple's EULA, visit: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Stratword

This app provides a mobile screenwriting studio to help users write, format, and develop their screenplays from start to finish. It offers tools for outlining, character development, and industry-standard formatting, with cloud syncing to a web editor for enhanced features.

Highlights
  • Step-by-Step Story Engine
  • Deep Character Development
  • Industry-Standard Formatting
  • Seamless Cloud Sync
  • Web Editor Integration
  • Unlimited Screenplays (Premium)
Features
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Write your screenplay from anywhere. Your pocket-sized writer's room and global community. Stratword is the ultimate mobile screenwriting studio, designed to take you from a single idea to a fully formatted final draft. Whether you are outlining a treatment on your commute, building character bios at a coffee shop, or formatting your dialogue on the couch, Stratword gives you the professional tools you need to finally finish your script. Stop wrestling with margins and focus on what matters: your story. KEY FEATURES: Step-by-Step Story Engine: Don't stare at a blank page. Follow our guided workflow to brainstorm loglines, structure your treatment, and build out your world before you ever write "Fade In." Deep Character Development: Create complex, three-dimensional characters with dedicated profiles for bios, traits, and story arcs. Industry-Standard Formatting: Write naturally while the editor automatically formats your scene headings, action, characters, and dialogue to strict Hollywood standards. The All-New Community Hub: Level up your craft and connect with a global network of screenwriters: The Writers' Room: Browse a directory of writers by genre to find your perfect co-writer and collaborate on your next big project. The Script Exchange: Upload your projects, trade scripts with peers, earn review credits, and receive actionable feedback to polish your draft. Study Scripts: Access a curated library of recommended reading from professional screenplays to study structure and formatting. Writer Profiles & Secure Inbox: Build your custom profile showcasing your top influences, and connect privately via direct messaging. Seamless Cloud Sync: Start writing on your iPhone and finish on your computer! Your Stratword account seamlessly syncs with our brand-new Web Editor, unlocking even more pro tools like Dark Mode, Sprint Timers, Read-Aloud Teleprompters, and exports to PDF and Final Draft (.FDX). STRATWORD PREMIUM Upgrade to Stratword Premium to unlock unlimited screenplays, advanced writing features, and full cross-platform syncing. Monthly Access plans: Monthly: $9.99/Month Payments and Renewal: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Account settings at any time after purchase. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active period. PRIVACY All your information on Stratword is secure. You are the only one who has access to your information. Also, you can delete your data at any time if you choose to do so. Privacy Policy: https://stratword.com/privacypolicy Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/stratword_

Screenshots

Scriptigo Script Reader4 screens
Stratword4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Stratword at 4.4 against Scriptigo Script Reader's 3.3. Stratword also leads on review sentiment (47% vs 14%) and ratings volume (97 vs 3). Scriptigo Script Reader's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Scriptigo Script Reader sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Stratword sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Stratword holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stratword has 97 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of Scriptigo Script Reader's written reviews are positive against 47% of Stratword's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Scriptigo Script Reader versus Stratword: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScriptigo Script ReaderStratword
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (3 ratings)4.4 (97 ratings) — better
Positive reviews14.3% of reviews47.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings397 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 5 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB58 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPlayShakespeare.comPatrick Pierre

Customer experience

Scriptigo Script Reader

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive14.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative85.7%

Stratword

All ratings97 ratings
Positive84.5%
Neutral2.1%
Negative13.4%
Written reviews38 reviews
Positive47.4%
Neutral5.3%
Negative47.4%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Scriptigo Script Reader

Subscriptions9
  • Scriptigo Sharing (2 users)1 Month trial$5.991 Month
  • Scriptigo Sharing (15 users)1 Month trial$44.991 Month
  • Scriptigo Sharing (20 users)1 Month trial$59.991 Month
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  • Scriptigo Sharing (25 users)1 Month trial$74.991 Month
  • Scriptigo Sharing (30 users)1 Month trial$89.991 Month
  • Scriptigo Sharing (35 users)1 Month trial$104.991 Month
  • Scriptigo Sharing (40 users)1 Month trial$119.991 Month
  • Scriptigo Sharing (45 users)1 Month trial$134.991 Month
  • Scriptigo Sharing (50 users)1 Month trial$149.991 Month
One-time1
  • Scriptigo Pro Upgrade$9.99
8 purchases

Stratword

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly Subscription$2.997 Days
  • Screenplay Editor Monthly Sub$5.991 Month
  • Stratword Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
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  • Editor Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Stratword Premium Yearly$99.001 Year
One-time3
  • Upgrade$1.99
  • Coverage$29.99
  • Lifetime Access$149.99

Questions

Is Scriptigo Script Reader free?
Scriptigo Script Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Stratword free?
Stratword is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Scriptigo Script Reader or Stratword?
Stratword is rated higher. Scriptigo Script Reader averages 3.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Stratword averages 4.4 from 97 ratings.
Do Scriptigo Script Reader or Stratword have ads?
Stratword shows ads; Scriptigo Script Reader does not.
Which is updated more often, Scriptigo Script Reader or Stratword?
Scriptigo Script Reader ships an update every 5 weeks, and Stratword every 5 weeks. Most recently, Scriptigo Script Reader was updated on September 22, 2026 and Stratword on September 21, 2026.

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