Comparison

Script Buddy vs Rehearsal Master

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

Head to head
About

Script Buddy

This app helps actors memorize lines and rehearse scenes efficiently. It reads scripts aloud, allows for custom character voices, and pauses for line delivery, making practice seamless. Supports various file formats and offers remote control options.

Highlights
  • Import and rehearse scripts instantly
  • Assign distinct voices to characters
  • Black-out or mute lines for active recall
  • Natural pausing for line delivery
  • Remote control with Apple Watch/AirPods
  • Supports multiple script file formats
  • Built-in script editor
Features
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Script Buddy: Actor Rehearsal Memorize. Audition. Off-Book. Go off-book with ease. Read, listen, and rehearse your scripts anywhere — at home or on the go. Turn line learning into a routine that actually fits your life. Rehearse while working out, walking, biking, commuting, or cooking. Script Buddy reads your script aloud and helps you stay in the scene. Assign distinct voices to each character, then black-out or mute your lines so you can actively recall them instead of reading. Script Buddy is your reliable scene partner: it pauses and waits until you deliver your line, then continues naturally — so rehearsal keeps flowing. Script Buddy: Go off-book faster. Get started in seconds: Open your script, highlight your role, and start rehearsing immediately. No audio recording of your lines required. Features: • Import a script and start rehearsing right away. • No audio recording of your lines required. • One-tap highlighting of your character’s lines. • Black-out or mute your lines for active recall and focused rehearsal. • Script Buddy pauses naturally until you say your line. • Cue phrases prompt your next line seamlessly. • Give each character a distinct voice. Adjust speed and pitch. • Mute or skip scene headings, scene directions, and character names. • Open Final Draft (.fdx), Highland, Fountain, Markdown, plain text, and PDF* files. • Scan script pages with your iPhone or iPad camera (iOS 18+). • Customize script fonts and sizes. • Use Dark Mode for rehearsal in low-light conditions. • Optimized two-column layout for iPad. • Write and edit scripts with the built-in Fountain Script Text Editor. Supported Script Languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Romanian, Turkish. Tip: For the best read-aloud experience, we recommend Apple’s high-fidelity voices. Download enhanced or premium voices in iPhone Settings > Accessibility > Read & Speak > Voices. *Note: Imports US-style formatted scripts only. Alternatively, copy your lines into Script Buddy’s Script Text Editor. Privacy: No signup required. Your scripts stay private and are readable only by you. Speech recognition runs locally on-device (iOS 26+). Audio recordings are never stored. Download Script Buddy for free today — and rehearse smarter.

About

Rehearsal Master

Features
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Rehearsal Master – Your All-in-One Acting & Line Memorisation App Rehearsal Master is the ultimate tool for actors to memorize, rehearse, and co-work anywhere, anytime. Whether you're preparing for a scene, practicing for an audition, or perfecting your line memorisation, this app helps you act with confidence and stay fully prepared. Stop searching for a self tape reader or bothering friends to run lines — Rehearsal Master acts as your personal scene partner, responding to your cue just like a real reader would. Key Features: * Record & Rehearse Scripts Import or type your scripts and record each line. The app automatically plays your partner’s lines after your cue, helping you rehearse naturally. * Memorise Faster Use our built-in teleprompter to practice until you’re off-book. Speed up or slow down playback for more effective line memorisation. * Collaborate with Your Castmates Each actor can log in, take their character’s role, and rehearse together on the same scene. Whether you’re across town or across the world, it feels like you’re in the same room. * Flexible for Any Acting Style Adjust pitch, pacing, and delivery to match your character and act with authenticity. Why Actors Love Rehearsal Master: * Perfect for both beginners and pros in the acting industry * Makes rehearsing and memorising scripts more efficient * Eliminates the need for expensive studios or last-minute readers * Keeps you audition-ready 24/7 Be fully prepared for every audition, every scene, every time. Download Rehearsal Master today and start rehearsing smarter. Terms of use: https://rehearsalmaster.ai/terms Privacy policy: https://rehearsalmaster.ai/privacy

Screenshots

Script Buddy4 screens
Rehearsal Master4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Script Buddy at none against Rehearsal Master's 3. Script Buddy also leads on ads (none vs shown). Rehearsal Master's advantage is update cadence (every 11 days vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On price 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. Rehearsal Master sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Script Buddy asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Script Buddy ships an update every 3 weeks, Rehearsal Master every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Script Buddy versus Rehearsal Master: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScript BuddyRehearsal Master
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (30 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews87.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings30 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 11 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKlaus MatzkaTrvr Studios Bilisim Anonim Sirketi

In-app purchases

None

Script Buddy

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Rehearsal Master

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly3 Days trial$69.991 Year

Questions

Is Script Buddy free?
Script Buddy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Rehearsal Master free?
Rehearsal Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Script Buddy or Rehearsal Master have ads?
Rehearsal Master shows ads; Script Buddy does not.
Which is updated more often, Script Buddy or Rehearsal Master?
Script Buddy ships an update every 3 weeks, and Rehearsal Master every 11 days. Most recently, Script Buddy was updated on November 3, 2026 and Rehearsal Master on November 5, 2026.

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