# Run Lines With Me vs ReadUp

The clearest difference is rating: Run Lines With Me at 4.7 against ReadUp's 4.1. Run Lines With Me also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and review sentiment (76% vs 50%). ReadUp's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Run Lines With Me sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and ReadUp sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Run Lines With Me holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Run Lines With Me has 1.4K ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of Run Lines With Me's written reviews are positive against 50% of ReadUp's.

Run Lines With Me ships an update every 2 months, ReadUp every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Run Lines With Me | ReadUp |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-lines-with-me/id1269241182/reviews)** | [4.1 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readup-read-for-screen-time/id6790545729/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.4K** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | **76.4% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 37 MB | 56 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [NONZERO SOLUTIONS LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1008439343) | [Nedas Mikucionis](https://appshunter.io/developer/6790545731) |

## What reviewers say

### Run Lines With Me

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/run-lines-with-me/id1269241182)

This app helps actors memorize lines quickly and easily by recording and playing them back. Practice sections, adjust playback speed, and work on lines hands-free during other activities. A free version is available with limitations, with subscription options for unlimited use and advanced features.

**Highlights:** Record lines easily, Practice with playback, Work on sections, Adjust playback speed, Hands-free practice, Prompting for lines (subscription)

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 Month Subscription | $1.99 | one-time |
| 6 Month Subscription | $3.99 | one-time |
| 1 Year Subscription | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Helpful for memorizing lines
- 💰 Affordable subscription
- 🎭 Great for actors and theater
- 📚 Useful for students and beginners

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Limited free recordings
- 🐛 Playback issues and glitches
- ⏱️ Recordings can't be edited
- 🔁 Lack of repeat/loop feature for scenes

**Reported bugs**

- Recordings sometimes only save partially
- Playback stops unexpectedly
- Subscription restoration doesn't work

**Requested features**

- Add video recording and playback
- Allow editing of existing recordings
- Provide more free recordings
- Include a normal speed playback option without repeating lines


### ReadUp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readup-read-for-screen-time/id6790545729)

This app encourages reading by temporarily blocking distracting applications. Users set reading goals and unlock their apps only after completing their reading sessions. It offers a curated library and tracks reading progress to help users reduce screen time and finish more books.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps, Set reading goals, Unlock apps after reading, Curated book library, Track reading progress, Reading streaks, Replace scrolling time

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access (Weekly) | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Full Access (Discounted Yearly) | $24.99 | per year |
| Full Access (Yearly) | $39.99 | per year |
| Full Access (Yearly) | $39.99 | per year |
| Full Access (Yearly) | $49.99 | per year |
| Full Access (YearlyNT) | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Run Lines With Me free?

Run Lines With Me is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ReadUp free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Run Lines With Me or ReadUp?

Run Lines With Me is rated higher. Run Lines With Me averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while ReadUp averages 4.1 from 12 ratings.

### Do Run Lines With Me or ReadUp have ads?

Neither Run Lines With Me nor ReadUp shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Run Lines With Me or ReadUp?

Run Lines With Me ships an update every 2 months, and ReadUp every 10 days. Most recently, Run Lines With Me was updated on November 3, 2026 and ReadUp on November 10, 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.*