# Permanote vs DualScroll Script Scroller

The clearest difference is review sentiment: DualScroll Script Scroller at 100% against Permanote's 50%. DualScroll Script Scroller also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.5) and ads (none vs shown). Permanote's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Permanote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and DualScroll Script Scroller sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DualScroll Script Scroller holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Permanote's written reviews are positive against 100% of DualScroll Script Scroller's.

Permanote ships an update every 10 months, DualScroll Script Scroller every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Permanote | DualScroll Script Scroller |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/permanote/id1485954738/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dualscroll-script-scroller/id6541752089/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 41 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Screenplay & Script Pte. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1175555980) | [Ian Stephenson](https://appshunter.io/developer/898778235) |

## What reviewers say

### Permanote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/permanote/id1485954738)

This app allows writers to organize ideas and edit text files directly within Dropbox, synchronizing across devices. It offers a distraction-free writing environment and extensive customization options, with advanced features available through a Pro subscription.

**Highlights:** Dropbox file synchronization, Customizable macro key strip, Distraction-free writing mode, Multiple file preview formats, TextExpander support, Customizable themes and fonts

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Pro Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Annual Pro Subscription | $17.99 | per year |


### DualScroll Script Scroller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dualscroll-script-scroller/id6541752089)

This app allows users to read and record themselves with two scripts displayed side-by-side, perfect for multilingual content or complex presentations. It offers features like automatic scrolling, script queuing, video recording, and remote control capabilities.

**Highlights:** Dual script scrolling, Video recording, Script queue, Remote control, Automatic subtitling, Script import (TXT, RTF, PDF), Cross-platform support

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Plus | $19.99 | per year |
| Pro | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Permanote free?

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

### Is DualScroll Script Scroller free?

DualScroll Script Scroller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Permanote or DualScroll Script Scroller?

DualScroll Script Scroller is rated higher. Permanote averages 3.5 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while DualScroll Script Scroller averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Permanote or DualScroll Script Scroller have ads?

Permanote shows ads; DualScroll Script Scroller does not.

### Which is updated more often, Permanote or DualScroll Script Scroller?

Permanote ships an update every 10 months, and DualScroll Script Scroller every 3 days. Most recently, Permanote was updated on October 17, 2026 and DualScroll Script Scroller on October 15, 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.*