# ScriptBuilder vs Writify

The clearest difference is update cadence: ScriptBuilder at every 3 weeks against Writify's every 4 months. ScriptBuilder also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ScriptBuilder sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Writify sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScriptBuilder ships an update every 3 weeks, Writify every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | ScriptBuilder | Writify |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scriptbuilder/id1358448790/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **7** | — |
| Positive reviews | 35.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 23 MB | 132 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [patrick ridd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1139632147) | [MYSTICBITS OU](https://appshunter.io/developer/1062669823) |

## What reviewers say

### ScriptBuilder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scriptbuilder/id1358448790)

Capture and develop screenplay ideas on the go. This app guides you through clarifying your movie concept, structuring your story arc with act builders, and fleshing out characters and scenes with targeted questions. Prepare to write compelling stories with a solid foundation.

**Highlights:** Idea clarification questions, Story arc structure (Act 1, 2, 3), Character development prompts, Scene building guidance, On-the-go idea capture

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All Access (1 Month) | $5.99 | per month |
| All Access (1 year) | $49.99 | per year |
| Character Builder | $0.99 | one-time |
| Scene Builder | $0.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| All Access (Lifetime) | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Breaks acts into chunks
- 👍 Great idea and layout
- 💡 Useful for structuring stories
- 💡 Helps with character and story development
- 💡 Good for outlining

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Pay to create features
- 💸 In-app purchases are expensive
- 💸 Unfair pricing model
- 💸 Hidden costs in purchases
- 💸 Forced to pay for access to scripts

**Reported bugs**

- Save function not working
- App crashes frequently
- App freezes
- Data loss after crashes
- Content deleted after saving

**Requested features**

- Fix bugs
- Improve save functionality
- Add autosave system
- Add dark mode
- Add notepad for drafts


### Writify

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/writify/id6748416974)

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ScriptBuilder free?

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

### Is Writify free?

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

### Do ScriptBuilder or Writify have ads?

Neither ScriptBuilder nor Writify shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ScriptBuilder or Writify?

ScriptBuilder ships an update every 3 weeks, and Writify every 4 months. Most recently, ScriptBuilder was updated on October 24, 2026 and Writify on October 24, 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.*