# Screenplay vs Scriptigo Script Reader

The clearest difference is rating: Screenplay at 4.0 against Scriptigo Script Reader's 3.3. Screenplay also leads on review sentiment (57% vs 14%) and ratings volume (25 vs 3). Scriptigo Script Reader's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Screenplay sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Scriptigo Script Reader sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Screenplay holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Screenplay has 25 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Screenplay's written reviews are positive against 14% of Scriptigo Script Reader's.

Screenplay ships an update every 2 months, Scriptigo Script Reader every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Screenplay | Scriptigo Script Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screenplay/id322410822/reviews)** | [3.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scriptigo-script-reader/id1186136533/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **25** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | **56.5% of reviews** | 14.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 469 MB | 57 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Black Mana Studios Group LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/322410825) | [PlayShakespeare.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/809094812) |

## What reviewers say

### Screenplay

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screenplay/id322410822)

This app offers a streamlined approach to writing screenplays on Apple devices, featuring automatic industry formatting and powerful navigation tools. It supports seamless syncing across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, with optional AI assistance for enhanced writing speed and quality.

**Highlights:** Automatic industry formatting, Seamless iCloud sync across devices, Scene and character indexing, Beat board and index card planning, Import and export various script formats, Optional AI writing assistance

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Standard Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| AI Monthly Subscription | $12.99 | per month |
| AI Plus Monthly Subscription | $24.99 | per month |
| Standard Annual Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| AI Annual Subscription | $129.99 | per year |
| AI Plus Annual Subscription | $249.99 | per year |


### Scriptigo Script Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scriptigo-script-reader/id1186136533)

Manage, share, and rehearse scripts for plays and screenplays. Import from various formats, customize reading, and track cues. Offers advanced writing, editing, and collaboration tools through optional upgrades.

**Highlights:** Script library management, Customizable reading experience, Batch script import, Writing and editing tools, SwipeStudy™ line memorization, Team script sharing, Revision and version tracking

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Scriptigo Sharing (2 users) | $5.99 | per month |
| Scriptigo Sharing (15 users) | $44.99 | per month |
| Scriptigo Sharing (20 users) | $59.99 | per month |
| Scriptigo Sharing (25 users) | $74.99 | per month |
| Scriptigo Sharing (30 users) | $89.99 | per month |
| Scriptigo Sharing (35 users) | $104.99 | per month |
| Scriptigo Sharing (40 users) | $119.99 | per month |
| Scriptigo Sharing (45 users) | $134.99 | per month |
| Scriptigo Sharing (50 users) | $149.99 | per month |
| Scriptigo Pro Upgrade | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Screenplay free?

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

### Is Scriptigo Script Reader free?

Scriptigo Script Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Screenplay or Scriptigo Script Reader?

Screenplay is rated higher. Screenplay averages 4.0 out of 5 from 25 ratings, while Scriptigo Script Reader averages 3.3 from 3 ratings.

### Do Screenplay or Scriptigo Script Reader have ads?

Neither Screenplay nor Scriptigo Script Reader shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Screenplay or Scriptigo Script Reader?

Screenplay ships an update every 2 months, and Scriptigo Script Reader every 5 weeks. Most recently, Screenplay was updated on October 10, 2026 and Scriptigo Script Reader on September 22, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*