Comparison

WriterDuet vs StaplyDoc

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

Head to head
About

WriterDuet

This intuitive screenwriting software offers real-time collaboration and powerful features for writers on the go. Its user-friendly interface allows for instant writing, with robust tools for outlining, reporting, and revision management. Secure and industry-standard, it ensures your work is always saved and accessible.

Highlights
  • Real-time collaboration
  • Offline mode
  • Card outliner
  • Revision drafts
  • Automatic statistics
  • Export from any point
Features
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A simple and intuitive interface lets you dive into writing instantly on the go or as you lay in bed and stare at your phone screen (check out dark editor if that's you). While we've focused on ease of use for mobile, we also haven't restricted you from taking advantage of all of the power that WriterDuet has to offer on other platforms. So go wild! Industry-standard, secure, and intuitive screenwriting software. Features: • Real-time collaboration between users and devices • Smart line types and one-touch icons • Auto-save • Card outliner • Export from any point in history • Offline mode • Filter by line type or with custom tags • Scene & Location, Character Reports • Automatic statistics • Revision Drafts and Auto-Snapshots Testimonials: "WriterDuet is the most intuitive, most user-friendly scriptwriting software I’ve ever used.” – Ed Solomon (Men in Black, Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure) “WriterDuet helped me escape Final Draft. Being web-based gives me the flexibility to write anywhere on any system. And I never have to worry about crashes and lost hours of work ever again. ... I recommend it to every other screenwriter I meet.” – Christopher Ford (SpiderMan: Homecoming, Robot & Frank) “The app saves my whole thought process for me. On top of that, these guys are iterating the app so fast, they're running circles around the industry leader. WriterDuet definitely feels like the future.” – Andy Bobrow (Community, Malcolm in the Middle, Last Man On Earth) "WriterDuet combines instinct and user-friendliness for a unique and exhilarating way for writers to collaborate, whether in real-time or in non-synchronized work. It has features that are vital for teamwork in scriptwriting. It's a meticulously-created gem, and a must-have for collaborations" - Jim Uhls (Fight Club) “Do yourself a favor and use WriterDuet.” – Alisha Brophy & Scott Miles (Nicholl Fellowship 2014 winners, White Girl Problems)

About

StaplyDoc

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StaplyDoc helps you keep important documents organized and easy to find. Store passport scans, insurance certificates, bank statements, payslips, receipts, utility bills, and more in one place. Free features • Add documents from Camera, Photo Library, or PDF • Organize with categories and custom collections • Mark favorites for quick access • Search across documents, categories, and collections • Share and export documents when needed In-App Purchase • Ad-Free plan (monthly or yearly auto-renewable subscription) removes ads • The app is fully usable without a subscription; subscription is optional StaplyDoc is designed to be simple, clean, and practical, so you spend less time searching and more time getting things done. Privacy Your documents are yours. StaplyDoc is built to help you stay organized while keeping your data under your control. https://staplydoc.com/privacy.html Apple’s standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

WriterDuet4 screens
StaplyDoc4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: WriterDuet at none against StaplyDoc's 2. WriterDuet also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). StaplyDoc's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). On price 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. StaplyDoc sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. WriterDuet asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WriterDuet ships an update every 2 months, StaplyDoc every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
WriterDuet versus StaplyDoc: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWriterDuetStaplyDoc
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (72 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews37.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings72 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size249 MB22 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperWriterDuet Inc.Tatiana Zhurova

Bugs and requests

WriterDuet

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Freezing on login screen
  • Disappearing text and formatting errors
  • Inability to access or export projects
  • Compatibility issues with newer devices
  • Inconsistent behavior across platforms

Requested features

5 requests
  • Offline mode support
  • Improved mobile app optimization
  • More customization options
  • Better integration with other writing tools
  • Expanded template and formatting options

StaplyDoc

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

WriterDuet

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

StaplyDoc

Subscriptions2
  • Ad free monthly subscription14 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Ad free yearly subscription14 Days trial$17.991 Year

Questions

Is WriterDuet free?
WriterDuet is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is StaplyDoc free?
StaplyDoc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do WriterDuet or StaplyDoc have ads?
StaplyDoc shows ads; WriterDuet does not.
Which is updated more often, WriterDuet or StaplyDoc?
WriterDuet ships an update every 2 months, and StaplyDoc every 10 days. Most recently, WriterDuet was updated on October 17, 2026 and StaplyDoc on October 12, 2026.

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