# MemoCoach vs Save the Cat!

MemoCoach and Save the Cat! both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 80% of MemoCoach's written reviews are positive against 38% of Save the Cat!'s. MemoCoach also leads on ratings volume (2.6K vs 473). Save the Cat!'s advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MemoCoach sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Save the Cat! sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for MemoCoach against 4.7 for Save the Cat!. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MemoCoach has 2.6K ratings behind it against 473, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 80% of MemoCoach's written reviews are positive against 38% of Save the Cat!'s.

MemoCoach ships an update every 5 weeks, Save the Cat! every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MemoCoach | Save the Cat! |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (2.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/memocoach-memorize-texts/id1220188894/reviews) | **[4.7 (473 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/save-the-cat/id1495073895/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.6K** | 473 |
| Positive reviews | **80.0% of reviews** | 37.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 40 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cosmic Taps SL](https://appshunter.io/developer/997825935) | [Blake Snyder Enterprises](https://appshunter.io/developer/333296577) |

## What reviewers say

### MemoCoach

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/memocoach-memorize-texts/id1220188894)

Master memorization with a dynamic tool that hides words or lines incrementally. Import texts, choose from multiple methods, and practice actively to learn content quickly. Ideal for actors, students, and anyone needing to recall information efficiently.

**Highlights:** Multiple memorization methods, Incremental word/line hiding, Import various file types (PDF, TXT), Actor-specific line practice, Auto-scroll text, Temporary word reveal

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MemoCoach Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| MemoCoach Premium | $8.99 | per month |
| MemoCoach Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| MemoCoach Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| MemoCoach Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| MemoCoach Premium | $39.99 | one-time |
| MemoCoach Premium | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful for memorizing lines and scripts
- 🚀 Efficient memorization methods
- 💡 Customizable hiding/revealing of text
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 👍 Great for learning poetry, verses, and presentations

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Many features locked behind premium paywall
- 🔒 Lack of automatic syncing between devices
- 🐛 Issues with PDF/text import and formatting
- 🔒 Confusing subscription model and pricing

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing and crashing issues
- Inconsistent behavior when adding/removing texts
- Incompatibility with non-Latin scripts

**Requested features**

- Add AI voice to read partner lines
- Automatically detect and highlight user's lines
- Option to randomize hidden words instead of sequential
- Ability to change font and text formatting
- Integrate spaced repetition and review scheduling


### Save the Cat!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/save-the-cat/id1495073895)

This app helps writers structure stories for screenplays, novels, and TV episodes using a proven methodology. It guides you through developing loglines, genres, beat sheets, and scene organization with features for emotional arcs and character development.

**Highlights:** Develop logline and title, Choose from 10 story genres, Complete Blake Snyder Beat Sheet (BS2), Organize scenes with 'the Board', Track character arcs, Create emotional changes per scene, Sync files across devices

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Essentials Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Essentials Subscription | $21.99 | per year |
| Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Upgrade Premium to Pro | $9.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Essentials | $21.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Premium | $29.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Pro | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✍️ Excellent script outlining tool
- 🎯 Effective Save the Cat methodology implementation
- 📱 Good mobile app functionality
- 🔄 Syncing between devices works well
- 🎨 Visual board feature enhances creativity

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model with limited free features
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 🔐 Website login problems
- 📝 Poor UI/UX design and clunky interface
- 💾 Data loss and unsaved work issues

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when opening Board feature
- Beat selection stuck in window mode
- Login credentials rejected on website
- Crashes every 10-15 minutes
- Unable to upload attachments

**Requested features**

- Monthly subscription or free trial option
- Spanish language support
- Downloadable desktop app with same login credentials
- Printable outline/board export
- Scrivener export functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MemoCoach free?

MemoCoach is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Save the Cat! free?

Save the Cat! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MemoCoach or Save the Cat!?

Save the Cat! is rated higher. MemoCoach averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.6K ratings, while Save the Cat! averages 4.7 from 473 ratings.

### Do MemoCoach or Save the Cat! have ads?

Neither MemoCoach nor Save the Cat! shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MemoCoach or Save the Cat!?

MemoCoach ships an update every 5 weeks, and Save the Cat! every 2 months. Most recently, MemoCoach was updated on November 6, 2026 and Save the Cat! on November 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*