Casting Networks vs ScriptReadr
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Casting Networks
This app allows actors, models, and performers to manage their professional profiles, submit to auditions, and respond to casting requests directly from their mobile device. It connects talent with thousands of casting directors and representatives.
- Access performer profiles
- Submit headshots and reels
- View and submit to Casting Billboard
- Respond to media and audition requests
- Manage callback requests
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Our new iOS application for Casting Networks enables actors, models and other performers to access their profile, headshots and reels, view and submit to the Casting Billboard, and view/respond to media requests, question requests, audition requests, and callback requests from casting. Casting Networks’ state-of-the-art casting software connects talent with over 20,000 casting directors and talent reps who are looking for performers like you. More than 1.3 million performers have used Casting Networks to schedule 14 million auditions since 2002. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Terms of Service: https://www.castingnetworks.com/terms/ Privacy policy: https://www.castingnetworks.com/privacy/
ScriptReadr
This app assists actors with script rehearsal and self-taping. It offers features like line highlighting, real-time speech-to-text feedback, and collaborative scene sharing. Actors can practice solo or with castmates, anytime and anywhere.
- Script editing and line highlighting
- Real-time speech-to-text feedback
- Collaborative scene sharing
- Assign roles and permissions
- Cloud backup and cross-device sync
- Offline character line support
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Other apps give you an AI reader, or make you record your own voice. ScriptReadr is the only script reader and rehearser app that allows you to share your script with friends, allowing them to read other characters! KEY FEATURES: Script Rehearsal - Create and edit your own scripts - Highlight character lines and mark beats or blocking Real-Time Feedback - Perform scenes with the app using proprietary voice recognition algorithms to hear your line (no AI!) - Receive real-time speech-to-text feedback to help stay on script Collaborate - Share scenes with friends and acting partners - Assign characters and give edit or record permissions - Friends can record other characters lines for you (they don't need to subscribe!) Notifications & Sharing - Stay updated on shared scenes and activity Secure & Cloud-Backed - All content backed by Firebase and synced across devices - Privacy-first design — you own your performances Free to use for up to 5 offline character lines - Subscribe for unlimited access and sharing capabilities - Support ongoing development Whether you're a seasoned actor or just getting started, ScriptReadr empowers you to rehearse smarter and perform with confidence. --- Download ScriptReadr and start performing today. Terms of Use: https://scriptreadr.app/tos.html Privacy Policy: https://scriptreadr.app/privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: ScriptReadr at 100% against Casting Networks's 22%. ScriptReadr also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly). Casting Networks's advantage is ratings volume (1.6K vs 5) and chart position (#100 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Casting Networks sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $29.99 per month and ScriptReadr sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
ScriptReadr holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Casting Networks has 1.6K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 22% of Casting Networks's written reviews are positive against 100% of ScriptReadr's.
Casting Networks ships an update fortnightly, ScriptReadr every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Casting Networks | ScriptReadr |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (1.6K ratings) | 5.0 (5 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 22.4% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1.6K — better | 5 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | #100 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.5 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 130 MB | 90 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Casting Networks LLC | Mariano and Sons Productions, Inc. |
Customer experience
Casting Networks
ScriptReadr
Bugs and requests
Casting Networks
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes or freezes frequently
- Unable to view attachments or media in the app
- Inconsistent or missing notifications
- Profile and account management issues
Requested features
4 requests- Add ability to submit auditions directly from the app
- Display audition due dates in the app
- Improve search and sorting functionality
- Allow translation of information in the app
ScriptReadr
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Casting Networks
- Casting Networks Membership14 Days trial$29.991 Month
ScriptReadr
- Pro Subscription$4.991 Month
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