# Timecode Buddy vs Scriptation

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Scriptation at 76% against Timecode Buddy's 0%. Scriptation also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.5) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). Timecode Buddy's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scriptation sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Timecode Buddy asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scriptation holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scriptation has 3.6K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Timecode Buddy's written reviews are positive against 76% of Scriptation's.

Timecode Buddy ships an update every 3 months, Scriptation fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timecode Buddy | Scriptation |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timecode-buddy-app/id505777188/reviews) | **[4.8 (3.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scriptation-pdf-for-film-and-tv/id1094587086/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **3.6K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **75.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 10 MB | 245 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Atomos Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1468547360) | [Scriptation LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/970111950) |

## What reviewers say

### Timecode Buddy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timecode-buddy-app/id505777188)

This app transforms your iOS device into a wireless DigiSlate when used with compatible Timecode Systems products and Denecke TS-TCB slates. It enables remote control and status viewing of WiFi-connected devices and B:LINK slaves, and can send text to and record clap times from the TS-TCB slate.

**Highlights:** Wireless DigiSlate functionality, Remote control of Timecode Systems products, View status of WiFi-connected devices, Send text to TS-TCB display, Record clap stick times, B:LINK slave device monitoring

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Scriptation

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scriptation-pdf-for-film-and-tv/id1094587086)

This Emmy-winning app revolutionizes script annotation for film and TV professionals. It intelligently transfers your notes and markups to new script revisions, saving significant time. Organize all your production documents digitally and enhance your rehearsal process with advanced features.

**Highlights:** Intelligent note transfer to new revisions, Comprehensive annotation tools, Digital production binder organization, Annotation layers for note separation, Page Maker for custom inserts, Auto-highlight for character lines, Read/rehearse/record modes

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Scriptation Industry Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| Scriptation AI | $19.99 | per month |
| Scriptation AI | $39.99 | per month |
| Scriptation Industry Pro | $39.99 | per 3 months |
| Scriptation AI | $59.99 | per month |
| Scriptation Industry Pro | $69.99 | per 6 months |
| Scriptation AI | $79.99 | per month |
| Scriptation AI | $99.99 | per month |
| Scriptation Industry Pro | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent for script prep and organization
- 🚀 Seamless transfer of notes between script versions
- 👍 Customizable and user-friendly
- 👍 Helpful for various departments (directors, actors, etc.)
- 👍 Reduces paper usage

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and glitches
- 🐛 Issues with iCloud/Dropbox sync
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔧 Some features could be more intuitive

**Reported bugs**

- Annotations disappearing or shifting when transferring to new script versions
- Inability to open password-protected scripts
- Unreliable performance on certain devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to create new scripts
- Improved text editing and formatting tools
- Better integration with other production apps
- Handwriting recognition for notes
- More customization options for the toolbar and layout


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Timecode Buddy free?

Timecode Buddy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Scriptation free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Timecode Buddy or Scriptation?

Scriptation is rated higher. Timecode Buddy averages 2.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Scriptation averages 4.8 from 3.6K ratings.

### Do Timecode Buddy or Scriptation have ads?

Neither Timecode Buddy nor Scriptation shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Timecode Buddy or Scriptation?

Timecode Buddy ships an update every 3 months, and Scriptation fortnightly. Most recently, Timecode Buddy was updated on October 24, 2026 and Scriptation on October 24, 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.*