Comparison

Upscal vs ScriptyView

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

Head to head
About

Upscal

Enhance photos and videos with AI or traditional resizing directly on your device. Enlarge images, improve clarity, and reduce artifacts without uploading your media. Offers various models and export options for personalized results.

Highlights
  • AI and traditional image upscaling
  • Video enhancement and resizing
  • On-device processing for privacy
  • Multiple AI models (Fast, Sharp, General, Anime)
  • Adjustable sharpening and noise reduction
  • Export in JPG, PNG, MP4, MOV, M4V
  • Batch processing for photos
Features
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Give favorite photos and low-resolution videos a clearer, larger view with Upscal. Enhance family memories, enlarge illustrations, and prepare images to share—all on your iPhone or iPad, without uploading your media. Start with up to five photos per batch for free. Compare before and after, adjust the look, and save the results you like. ENHANCE YOUR PHOTOS • Enlarge photos by 2×, 4×, or 8× within your device's output limits • Choose Fast, Sharp, General, or Anime models to suit your images • Adjust sharpening, reduce noise, and soften compression artifacts • Compare the original and processed image before saving • Export as JPG or PNG and save results to Photos VIDEO UPSCALING FOR IPHONE AND IPAD Use Fast Model for AI video upscaling, or choose traditional Lanczos resizing when speed matters more. Preview a short clip before processing the full video. Sharp, General, and Anime models for video are available in the Mac version. Export videos as MP4, MOV, or M4V. Include audio, re-encoded as AAC, or export without sound. Video previews are silent. PRIVATE, ON-DEVICE PROCESSING Your photos and videos are processed locally. No media upload is needed for enhancement, making Upscal useful for personal photos, family videos, illustrations, and content you want to keep on your device. OUTPUT THAT FITS YOUR DEVICE Choose a scale factor, resolution preset, or custom size. Very large outputs above 144 megapixels may exhaust available memory; the app warns before processing. Keep the app open while processing. For larger exports and more demanding video projects, use Upscal for Mac. TRY IT FREE Process up to five images per batch for free. Upgrade to Pro to remove the image batch limit. Monthly, yearly, and one-time lifetime purchase options are available. Current prices are shown in the app and may vary by region. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled and can be managed in your Apple account settings. Requires iOS or iPadOS 16.6 or later. Speed and results depend on your device, source quality, chosen model, and output size. AI enhancement cannot guarantee recovery of missing detail. Support: support@upscal.app Privacy Policy: https://upscal.app/privacy-policy Terms of Service: https://upscal.app/terms Community: https://discord.com/invite/WfDKc58teP

About

ScriptyView

This app allows film and video professionals to import, review, and organize production logs directly on their devices. Streamline your post-production workflow by tracking progress, filtering takes, and searching through metadata locally and offline.

Highlights
  • Interactive take checklist
  • Seamless .ssync file import
  • Filter by rating and status
  • Deep search for metadata
  • Manage multiple productions
  • Private, local-first architecture
  • Cinematic Dark Mode
Features
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Streamline your post-production workflow with ScriptyView, the dedicated reader companion for ScriptySync. Designed for Editors, Directors, and Data Wranglers, ScriptyView allows you to import, review, and organize film production logs directly on your iPhone or iPad. Leave the paper binders behind and carry the entire production’s metadata in your pocket. KEY FEATURES Editor Mode • Track your progress seamlessly. Toggle "Editor Mode" to turn your take list into an interactive checklist. Mark takes as "Ingested" or "Completed" with a single tap, visually striking them through to keep your workflow organized. Seamless Import • Import .ssync files directly from the ScriptySync logger app via AirDrop or the Files app. ScriptyView instantly visualizes your Scenes, Takes, and Metadata in a clean, readable format. Smart Filters & Search Find exactly what you need, fast. • Filter by Rating: Isolate "Picks," "Good Takes," or "Funny" moments instantly. • Filter by Status: View only "Marked" or "Unmarked" takes to see what work is left. • Deep Search: Locate specific scenes, take numbers, or keywords within your notes. Project Organization • Manage multiple productions with ease. Reorder your project list to prioritize active shoots, or swipe to delete old data. Private & Local-First Your production data is yours. ScriptyView operates entirely offline using a local-first architecture. No accounts, no cloud tracking, and no external servers. Your data stays on your device. Cinematic Dark Mode Built for the edit bay and the screening room. ScriptyView features a native Dark Mode that is easy on the eyes during long review sessions. Perfect for: Editors: checking script notes against footage. Directors: reviewing "Circle Takes" on the ride home. Producers: keeping tabs on daily progress. Note: ScriptyView is a reader companion. To create and log new files, please use the main ScriptySync application.

Screenshots

Upscal4 screens
ScriptyView4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ScriptyView at 5.0 against Upscal's 4.3. ScriptyView also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 6 weeks). Upscal's advantage is ratings volume (47 vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.5). On price, ads and device support 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. Upscal sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. ScriptyView asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ScriptyView holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Upscal has 47 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Upscal ships an update every 6 weeks, ScriptyView every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Upscal versus ScriptyView: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUpscalScriptyView
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (47 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews39.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings47 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size147 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer通 张Lukas Leu

Customer experience

Upscal

All ratings46 ratings
Positive80.4%
Neutral4.3%
Negative15.2%
Written reviews66 reviews
Positive39.4%
Neutral7.6%
Negative53.0%

ScriptyView

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Upscal

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Plan$3.991 Month
  • Yearly Plan$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Plan$39.99
None

ScriptyView

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Upscal free?
Upscal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ScriptyView free?
ScriptyView is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Upscal or ScriptyView?
ScriptyView is rated higher. Upscal averages 4.3 out of 5 from 47 ratings, while ScriptyView averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Upscal or ScriptyView have ads?
Neither Upscal nor ScriptyView shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Upscal or ScriptyView?
Upscal ships an update every 6 weeks, and ScriptyView every 2 days. Most recently, Upscal was updated on November 3, 2026 and ScriptyView on October 31, 2026.

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