Comparison

Samwise vs Campaign Scribe

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

Head to head
About

Samwise

This platform helps you create, manage, and play tabletop role-playing games. It offers tools for building custom RPG systems, interactive maps, and real-time chat for remote or in-person play. Enjoy a paperless gaming experience with seamless syncing across devices.

Highlights
  • Create custom RPG systems
  • Interactive map builder
  • Real-time chat and dice rolls
  • Campaign note-taking
  • Cross-device syncing
  • Community content library
Features
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Life is better with good friendships and great adventures! ——— MEET SAMWISE Every part of Samwise is made to help your sessions flow smoothly, with an intuitive, organized, and responsive design that stays clean and uncluttered, no matter the size of your campaign. ——— WHEREVER YOU GO Start on one device, continue on another. Samwise is fully featured across all your devices: if something happens to your phone or computer, just sign in on another one. Everything is saved online and synced in real time. ——— CREATE YOUR OWN TABLETOP RPGs Use a powerful and intuitive editor to create sheets, rulebooks, characters, classes, and more — all without writing a single line of code. And if you want to jump straight into adventure, play D&D and many other RPGs available at the Emporium, including community-made systems. ——— RALLY THE CLAN Whether in the same room or miles apart, embark on adventures with your friends while Samwise handles the rest. Manage sheets, take campaign notes, roll dice, chat, create interactive maps, and more. ——— MADE WITH LOVE Built to bring people together and spark meaningful connections, Samwise embraces the theatrical spirit and rich interactivity that make Tabletop RPGs so special. And with a green mindset, there's no need for paper and other materials, helping you protect the environment while you play. ——— COMMUNITY-DRIVEN You can play a vital role in shaping Samwise, be it by sharing creations at the Emporium or ideas and feedback on our Discord and Reddit communities (download the app to join them). ——— INTERACTIVE MAPS Quickly build maps from scratch or add interactivity to externally created ones. Walls, doors, items, characters — these are just a few of the various elements you can add to your maps, all designed to be easy to use. ——— CHAT & ROLL Chat and share dice rolls in real time along your journeys. Whether you're strategizing, celebrating victories, or just having fun, make every moment unforgettable. ——— CAMPAIGN NOTES Capture ideas, plans, character insights, and more throughout your adventures, ditching paper and physical clutter. ——— DOWNLOAD SAMWISE NOW AND START YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE! Samwise is here to celebrate the essence of Tabletop RPGs. We cherish what makes these games special: the shared moments, the player interactions, the theatrical storytelling. Our goal is to offer a complete, intuitive solution for Game Masters and players alike — one that stays true to the tastes of those who love this style of game while embracing modern technology. --- Standard Apple Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Campaign Scribe

Features
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Step into a smarter way to run and relive your tabletop RPG campaigns. Campaign Scribe is the ultimate companion app for Dungeon Masters and players alike - designed to capture the magic of your game sessions and transform them into rich, shareable stories and stats. For Dungeon Masters: - Manage your campaigns, player lists, and session-specific data with ease. - Automatically generate post-session summaries, images, videos, and podcast recaps using AI. - Track campaign progress across sessions and characters. For Players: - Follow along with campaign progress and view beautifully crafted summaries. - Listen to session audio and revisit the highlights anytime. - Dive into detailed stats for your character, sessions, and campaigns. - Update and manage your character details directly in the app. Stay Connected: - Chat in real-time with your party in campaign-specific messaging spaces. - Share ideas, strategize, and keep the adventure going between sessions. Smarter Session Tracking: - AI listens to your game sessions and automatically captures key moments. - Generates engaging narratives and images that bring your story to life. - Aggregates stats across sessions, campaigns, and characters for deep insights. Whether you're deep in a dungeon or plotting your next move, Campaign Scribe keeps your story alive - beautifully, effortlessly, and collaboratively. Download now and bring your tabletop adventures into the digital age. Terms and Conditions: https://app.campaignscribe.com/app/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://app.campaignscribe.com/app/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Samwise4 screens
Campaign Scribe4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Campaign Scribe at none against Samwise's shown. Samwise's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Samwise sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Campaign Scribe sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Samwise ships an update weekly, Campaign Scribe monthly. Both last shipped on September 27, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Samwise versus Campaign Scribe: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSamwiseCampaign Scribe
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (9 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size113 MB51 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperEstúdio Pirilampo Mestre de Arte DigitalCampaign Scribe

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Samwise

Subscriptions4
  • Legendary Edition Offer (Monthly)$2.991 Month
  • Legendary Edition (Monthly)$4.991 Month
  • Legendary Edition Offer (Yearly)$23.991 Year
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  • Legendary Edition (Yearly)$47.991 Year
One-time2
  • LIFETIME Legendary Edition$59.99
  • LIFETIME Legendary Edition$79.99
10 purchases

Campaign Scribe

One-time10
  • Casual AI Chat Tokens$2.99
  • Active AI Chat Tokens$5.49
  • Casual AI Media Credits$5.99
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  • Active AI Generation Credits$10.49
  • Pro AI Chat Tokens$14.99
  • Pro AI Generation Credits$16.99
  • Casual Bundle$21.99
  • Active Transcription Hours$25.99
  • Active Bundle$39.99
  • Pro Bundle$92.99

Questions

Is Samwise free?
Samwise is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Campaign Scribe free?
Campaign Scribe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Samwise or Campaign Scribe have ads?
Samwise shows ads; Campaign Scribe does not.
Which is updated more often, Samwise or Campaign Scribe?
Samwise ships an update weekly, and Campaign Scribe monthly. Most recently, Samwise was updated on September 27, 2026 and Campaign Scribe on September 27, 2026.

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