# Fext vs Cue

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cue at 73% against Fext's 24%. Cue also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.0) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). Fext's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks) and ratings volume (550 vs 64). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Fext sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Cue sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Cue holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fext has 550 ratings behind it against 64, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 24% of Fext's written reviews are positive against 73% of Cue's.

Fext ships an update every 5 days, Cue every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Fext | Cue |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (550 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fext-group-text-messaging/id1518706313/reviews) | **[4.6 (64 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cue-script-reader/id6744923182/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **550** | 64 |
| Positive reviews | 24.4% of reviews | **72.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 82 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pericarp Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1518706312) | [Monocubed, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1616163698) |

## What reviewers say

### Fext

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fext-group-text-messaging/id1518706313)

Send a single message to multiple recipients, with each person receiving it as a private, one-on-one SMS. This app offers a simple, fast, and organized way to conduct group texting without the clutter of traditional group chats. It's designed for personal outreach and clear communication.

**Highlights:** Private one-on-one SMS delivery, No noisy group threads, Create flexible groups, Reuse message templates, Attach photos, video, or audio

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

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Fext Plus | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Fext Plus | $3.99 | per month |
| Fext Gold | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Fext Plus | $7.99 | per 3 months |
| Unlimited | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Personal Phone Number | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Fext Platinum | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| Personal Phone Number | $19.99 | per month |
| Unlimited | $29.99 | per month |
| Personal Phone Number | $49.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Promotion | $49.99 | per year |
| Unlimited | $69.99 | per year |
| 100 SMS Credits | $9.99 | one-time |
| 250 SMS Credits | $19.99 | one-time |
| 2000 SMS Credits | $119.99 | one-time |
| 25000 SMS Credits | $999.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐️ Great messaging app
- 🚀 Amazing text app
- 🔒 Privacy settings provide peace of mind
- 📢 Frequent updates add new features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤯 Not user friendly at all
- 🤔 Can't use own phone number
- 💰 Expensive and obtrusive
- 🤖 Everything locked behind paywall
- 🤨 Misleading and only cares about money

**Reported bugs**

- Verification process fails
- Can't log in or sign up
- Scheduled texts not sent
- Glitches and crashes

**Requested features**

- Allow scheduling texts from own number
- Integrate with iPhone Messages app
- Add auto-search function for Pro numbers
- Provide better customer support and communication


### Cue

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cue-script-reader/id6744923182)

This app provides a distraction-free teleprompter that floats your script directly over your camera lens. It allows you to record videos while reading your script, ensuring eye contact and a smooth delivery. Easily adjust script settings and import your text to create professional-looking content.

**Highlights:** Teleprompter floats over camera, Adjustable speed, font, and layout, Import scripts from Files, Record video while reading, Distraction-free interface

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Plan | $49.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $129.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good for practicing speeches
- 👍 Smooth scrolling
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Useful for recording product demos
- 👍 Helpful for online class tutorials

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashed once
- 🐛 Text could be bigger
- 🐛 Scroll is a little jumpy
- 🐛 Doesn't save sound

**Reported bugs**

- Sound not working
- Doesn't save sound

**Requested features**

- Bigger text option
- Improved stability and reliability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fext free?

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

### Is Cue free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Fext or Cue?

Cue is rated higher. Fext averages 4.0 out of 5 from 550 ratings, while Cue averages 4.6 from 64 ratings.

### Do Fext or Cue have ads?

Neither Fext nor Cue shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Fext or Cue?

Fext ships an update every 5 days, and Cue every 2 weeks. Most recently, Fext was updated on October 27, 2026 and Cue on October 23, 2026.

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