Comparison

Shot Lister vs Storyblocker

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

Head to head
About

Shot Lister

Streamline your film production with a digital shot list and scheduling tool. Manage scenes, track progress minute-by-minute, and sync with your crew. Offers advanced features for professional workflows.

Highlights
  • Live shot list and scheduling
  • Minute-by-minute progress tracking
  • Industry-grade scene and shot organization
  • Instant cross-device sync (offline capable)
  • Customizable categories and gear lists
  • Multi-camera support (up to 26 cameras)
  • Script importing (Final Draft, Fountain)
Features
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Stop wasting time scribbling over paper shot lists when time matters most. Now you can make your day, the easy way. SHOT LISTER comes with all the features you will need to Shot List and build a comprehensive shot list for your shoot for free. Extra professional features require a Pro subscription. •LIVE MODE The only software available to easily create a shooting schedule on a shot by shot & minute by minute basis. Experience the truly ground breaking “Live mode” to see exactly how you are doing to the minute and re-organize the day in a matter of seconds. Shot Lister shows you exactly how many minutes ahead or behind you are, so you don’t have to do math while you shoot. •INDUSTRY GRADE Easily organize & store hundreds of scenes & thousands of shots with the flick of a finger. We support scene letter revisions, 1/8 page counts, “i” and “o” exclusion & cast breakdown tracking. All to fit a variety of professional workflows. •INSTANT SYNC Every change you make is instantly synced on all your devices, and Shot Lister can continue to keep working offline if you lose connectivity in a remote location, then sync all changes when you regain connectivity. •FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE Every project & director is different, so with Shot Lister you can customize & order every category to your own needs. Re-name the user categories for specific uses like tracking props or wardrobe. Customize the Lens and Gear list to fit your package. •MULTI-CAM SUPPORT Assign shots to different cameras & group them together to be shot simultaneously. Supports up to 26 cameras. SHOT LISTER PRO is an auto-renewing subscription service that offers advanced features to optimize the way you work. When you make the jump to Shot Lister Pro, here’s what you get across all of your devices. •UNLIMITED PROJECTS (PRO) Enjoy unlimited projects on your devices at one time. •CREW SYNC (PRO) Sync your project with other collaborators. Keep the entire crew up to date live. Allow multiple units to be making changes simultaneous. Also manage crew privileges as “view only” or “view and edit” to share authorship with collaborators. •SCRIPT IMPORTING (PRO) Import Final Draft or Fountain scripts & let Shot Lister instantly build a project, generating all the scene meta data & cast list to save time. Convert Celtx to Fountain to import.         •EPISODES (PRO) A must have for any television series. Import the script for your next episode into your existing project and schedule scenes from different episodes that share locations, cast or other commonalities on the same day. •STORYBOARDS (PRO) Draw or add Storyboards to every shot & display full screen in Storyboard Theatre. View your plan, see which boards are left to be shot in Shooting order. •APPLE WATCH APP (PRO) Use Shot Lister on Apple Watch to follow the active Shoot Day, check the current shot, review upcoming shots and notes, and track day progress from your wrist. •CIRCLE TAKES (PRO) In the time it takes to tap a finger, circle the best takes & export the data as PDF. •SHOT LISTER AND SCRIPTATION INTEGRATION (PRO) Shot Lister and Scriptation are now integrated! Easily send your scripts and script revisions from Scriptation to Shot Lister and Shot Lister will seamlessly import all scenes and metadata and update any revisions. You can also easily navigate back and forth between the two apps making it super easy to reference specific scenes and notations. Shot Lister Pro has 1 Month and 12 Month subscription options. New Pro users are offered a 14-day free trial. After the free trial period you will be automatically renewed to the current subscription price which you can cancel at any time. Subscriptions are what allow us to continue to build new features for Shot Lister, so thank you! Privacy Policy: http://www.shotlister.com/privacy.html Terms of Service: http://www.shotlister.com/terms.html For helpful FAQ & How-To Videos visit www.shotlister.com

About

Storyblocker

This app is a previsualization tool for filmmakers to create storyboards. It offers a 3D canvas, extensive libraries of actors and props, dynamic lighting, and AR integration. AI features can suggest shot sequences and optimize story flow.

Highlights
  • 3D Canvas for virtual environments
  • Expansive actor and prop library
  • Dynamic lighting controls
  • Augmented Reality (AR) integration
  • AI-enhanced storyboard suggestions
  • Intuitive user interface
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Step into the future of filmmaking with Storyblocker! Whether you're an aspiring filmmaker or a seasoned professional, our state-of-the-art previsualization tool is designed to transform your narrative dreams into a virtual reality. Key Features: - 3D Canvas: Craft stunning virtual environments in seconds. From urban landscapes to serene nature backdrops, your story's setting is just a tap away. - Expansive Actor & Prop Library: No more stick figures! Choose from our vast library of lifelike actors and props to represent your characters and set pieces. It's like having a Hollywood studio in your pocket. - Dynamic Lighting: Control every glint and shadow with our advanced lighting options. A moody noir, a sunlit romance, or the eerie glow of an alien invasion? You decide. - Augmented Reality (AR) Integration: Take previsualization to the next level! Block your shots in the real world, get a tangible sense of space, and find the perfect angle every time. - AI-Enhanced Storyboards: Let Artificial Intelligence suggest dynamic shot sequences, optimize story flow, or even recommend mood-enhancing elements. Craft, refine, and perfect your vision like never before. - Intuitive Design: Whether you’re a tech guru or a newbie, Storyblocker's user-friendly interface ensures that your ideas take center stage. With streamlined navigation and handy tutorials, you'll be blocking out Oscar-worthy sequences in no time! Why Storyblocker? Create with Confidence: Turn abstract ideas into tangible visual representations. Collaborate Seamlessly: Share your visualizations with team members or stakeholders instantly. Save Time & Resources: Reduce costly reshoots by getting it right the first time. Download Storyblocker today and revolutionize the way you tell stories! Terms of Use: https://www.storyblocker.com/termsofuse Apple Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.storyblocker.com/privacypolicy

Screenshots

Shot Lister4 screens
Storyblocker4 screens

Verdict

The call

Shot Lister and Storyblocker both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Storyblocker's written reviews are positive against 71% of Shot Lister's. Shot Lister's advantage is ratings volume (212 vs 7) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. Shot Lister sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $15.99 per month and Storyblocker sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Shot Lister holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shot Lister has 212 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 71% of Shot Lister's written reviews are positive against 100% of Storyblocker's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shot Lister ships an update fortnightly, Storyblocker every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Shot Lister versus Storyblocker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShot ListerStoryblocker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (212 ratings) — better4.4 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews71.1% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings212 — better7
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB510 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperReel Apps Inc.Storyblocker Inc

Customer experience

Shot Lister

All ratings212 ratings
Positive88.7%
Neutral1.9%
Negative9.4%
Written reviews201 reviews
Positive71.1%
Neutral9.5%
Negative19.4%

Storyblocker

All ratings7 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Shot Lister

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes when trying to access projects
  • Inability to restore previous purchases
  • Sync issues causing loss of work
  • Exporting issues with missing images

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved script integration and sync
  • Storyboard integration and annotation
  • Ability to duplicate and move multiple shots
  • Cloud sync and collaboration features
  • More customizable fields and options

Storyblocker

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Shot Lister

Subscriptions10
  • Shot Lister Pro 1 month14 Days trial$15.991 Month
  • Studio Monthly: 10 Crew Members14 Days trial$24.991 Month
  • Studio Monthly: 20 Crew Members14 Days trial$44.991 Month
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  • Shot Lister Pro 3 months14 Days trial$47.993 Months
  • Studio Monthly: 80 Crew Members14 Days trial$49.991 Month
  • Shot Lister Pro$99.991 Year
  • Shot Lister Pro 1 Year14 Days trial$99.991 Year
  • Studio Yearly: 10 Crew Members14 Days trial$159.991 Year
  • Studio Yearly: 20 Crew Members14 Days trial$289.991 Year
  • Studio Yearly: 80 Crew Members14 Days trial$319.991 Year
5 purchases

Storyblocker

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$19.991 Month
  • Annual$114.991 Year
One-time3
  • 40 credits$15.99
  • 100 Credits$29.99
  • 200 credits$49.99

Questions

Is Shot Lister free?
Shot Lister is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Storyblocker free?
Storyblocker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Shot Lister or Storyblocker?
Shot Lister is rated higher. Shot Lister averages 4.6 out of 5 from 212 ratings, while Storyblocker averages 4.4 from 7 ratings.
Do Shot Lister or Storyblocker have ads?
Neither Shot Lister nor Storyblocker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Shot Lister or Storyblocker?
Shot Lister ships an update fortnightly, and Storyblocker every 2 months. Most recently, Shot Lister was updated on November 6, 2026 and Storyblocker on November 3, 2026.

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