# PlayScript vs Counterpart

The clearest difference is update cadence: Counterpart at weekly against PlayScript's every 4 months. Counterpart also leads on ratings volume (64 vs 1) and device support (4 vs 2). PlayScript's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PlayScript sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Counterpart sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PlayScript holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Counterpart has 64 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

PlayScript ships an update every 4 months, Counterpart weekly. The most recent releases landed on August 31, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PlayScript | Counterpart |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playscript/id6477762727/reviews)** | [4.6 (64 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/counterpart-learn-lines-tape/id6755987894/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **64** |
| Positive reviews | — | 65.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 26 MB | 85 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jonathan Hebert](https://appshunter.io/developer/346892569) | [Alexander Finch](https://appshunter.io/developer/1853980725) |

## What reviewers say

### PlayScript

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playscript/id6477762727)

This app helps actors create, organize, and rehearse scripts. It offers line transcription, playback using various voices, and flexible rehearsal tools like line blurring and section focusing. Premium features include script import and export.

**Highlights:** Line transcription, Voice playback with custom pitch, Adjustable line visibility, Section-specific rehearsal, Script import from PDF (Premium), Script export and sharing (Premium)

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $9.99 | per year |


### Counterpart

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/counterpart-learn-lines-tape/id6755987894)

This app helps actors rehearse and memorize lines using smart voice technology. It actively listens as you speak, advancing scenes to create a realistic flow for auditions, performances, and self-tapes. Import scripts directly and customize your rehearsal experience.

**Highlights:** Smart voice recognition for line prompting, Realistic scene advancement, Import PDF scripts with OCR, Customizable cue words and reader audio, Automatic flashcard generation, Share reader lines with friends

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Counterpart Studio - Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Counterpart Studio - Yearly | $58.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PlayScript free?

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

### Is Counterpart free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PlayScript or Counterpart?

PlayScript is rated higher. PlayScript averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Counterpart averages 4.6 from 64 ratings.

### Do PlayScript or Counterpart have ads?

Neither PlayScript nor Counterpart shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PlayScript or Counterpart?

PlayScript ships an update every 4 months, and Counterpart weekly. Most recently, PlayScript was updated on August 31, 2026 and Counterpart on September 25, 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.*