Comparison

ActorCue vs Counterpart

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

Head to head
About

ActorCue

Features
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ActorCue is a line reader built for learning lines, self-tapes, auditions, and rehearsal. Have your reader record the scene whenever they’re available and send you the audio. Import the recording into ActorCue and automatically separate it into individual reader lines to build your scene. Then rehearse whenever you’re ready. Speak naturally and ActorCue listens as you perform, advances through the scene, and plays your reader’s lines at the right time. No scheduling a live call. No reader standing off camera. No robotic AI scene partner required. Need to start now? Record the reader lines yourself and begin rehearsing immediately. Replace them with your real reader’s audio anytime. — BUILD SCENES FAST — ALL AT ONCE Import or record all reader lines in one take and let ActorCue build the scene for you. ActorCue automatically separates the recording into individual lines, turning a single recording into a scene you can rehearse again and again. — LEARN & REHEARSE YOUR WAY — SCENECUE VIEW Keep your active line centered and highlighted as you rehearse. See your lines, reader lines, cue words, countdown, and listening status at a glance. Follow the scene as you practice, learn your lines, and work toward performing without relying on the script. PERFORMANCE MODE Run the scene hands-free with director-style controls. Say “call action” to begin. ActorCue listens as you perform, advances with your lines, and plays your reader’s audio at the right moments. Say “director line please” when you need your line or “director call cut” to stop. CUE MODE Assign a cue word to a reader line. When ActorCue hears your cue, it instantly plays the reader’s response. Great for learning lines, memorization, rehearsal, and self-tapes. TAP MODE No voice required. Tap to advance at your own pace — ideal for quiet environments, on-set review, or working through a scene beat by beat. — REAL READER AUDIO — Import recordings from another actor, friend, coach, or reader. They can record wherever and whenever it works for them — they don’t need ActorCue or a live call with you. Trim recordings, preview individual lines, and combine recorded audio with other line types. Supports MP3, WAV, M4A, and AAC. — MORE REHEARSAL TOOLS — TRANSCRIPTION Transcribe imported or recorded audio and get suggested cue words to speed up scene setup. SCRIPT VIEWER Import a PDF and keep your script available alongside your scene for quick reference. TEXT-TO-SPEECH Need a temporary reader? Use built-in voices to get started, then replace them with recorded reader audio anytime. — PERFECT FOR — • Learning & memorizing lines • Self-tapes & auditions • Film, TV & stage rehearsal • Scene study • Audition preparation • Rehearsing without a live reader — PRIVATE BY DEFAULT — No account required. Your scenes, scripts, recordings, and lines stay on your device. — ACTORCUE PRO — Unlock unlimited lines with ActorCue Pro. Start with a free trial and rehearse complete scenes without line limits. — SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION — ActorCue Pro is an auto-renewing subscription. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Manage or cancel your subscription at any time in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. Privacy Policy: https://www.actorcue.com/privacypolicy Terms of Use: https://www.actorcue.com/termsofuse

About

Counterpart

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
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Counterpart is the acting app designed to change how actors rehearse, memorize lines, and prepare for auditions, performances, and self tapes. Running a scene in Counterpart feels like running lines with a real reader. Instead of stopping to scroll, reread, or prompt yourself, Counterpart actively listens to you and advances the scene at the exact moment you finish speaking. This allows you to rehearse continuously, stay present in the moment, and memorize your script faster and more naturally. Whether you are preparing for an audition, practicing a cold read, or refining a performance, Counterpart helps you run lines efficiently and rehearse with intention - anytime, anywhere. RUN LINES, POWERED BY SMART VOICE TECHNOLOGY Counterpart uses specialized voice recognition technology built specifically for actors. The app listens for the Cue Word of your line (by default, the final word of your dialogue). Once that cue word is spoken, Counterpart advances the scene and plays the next line. This creates a realistic rehearsal flow that mirrors running lines with a partner, allowing you to focus on performance instead of mechanics. For your line reader, you can choose: * Your own recorded voice * A friend’s voice * High-quality AI text-to-speech for conversational rehearsing This flexibility makes Counterpart a powerful rehearsal pro tool whether you are memorizing lines, practicing pacing, or working through a cold read on short notice.

All your data stays with you on Counterpart. We do not provide data to any third party buyers. If you would like to request the deletion of your data, email hello@counterpart.actor YOUR SCRIPTS WORK WITH COUNTERPART Import any PDF script directly into the app. Counterpart supports standard scripts, scanned pages, and sides from auditions, even if they come straight from Actors Access or casting emails, watermarked or not. Using advanced optical character recognition (OCR), Counterpart analyzes up to 10 pages at a time, identifying: * Your dialogue * Other characters’ lines * Stage directions and action This means you can rehearse real material immediately, without manual formatting or copy-pasting. REHEARSE YOUR WAY Counterpart gives you complete control over how you rehearse and memorize your script. You can: * Edit dialogue and stage directions * Create beats to control pacing and intention * Change cue words to improve recognition or overlap dialogue * Modify or replace reader audio seamlessly If Counterpart ever struggles to hear a line, simply adjust the cue word to any word near the end of your dialogue and keep going. Prefer silent rehearsal on your commute? Counterpart also generates automatic flashcards for every scene, making it easy to memorize lines visually or review your script without speaking. HAVE FRIENDS READ FOR YOU, NO APP REQUIRED After importing a scene, you can share reader lines with a friend. They can record their dialogue directly in a browser - no download, no account. Their recordings instantly become your line reader audio, allowing you to run lines or tape even when no one is physically available. TRACK YOUR PRACTICE Tap into powerful insights about your rehearsal habits. For each scene, you can: * Add notes and tags * Assign a role and scene type * Track how often and how long you rehearse Your practice data syncs to an online dashboard at counterpart.actor/dashboard (BETA), where you can view patterns across auditions, self tapes, and long-term projects. Counterpart is built for actors who want to rehearse smarter, memorize lines faster, and show up confident.
Run lines. Rehearse deeply. Perform better. For support, please visit https://www.counterpart.actor/support or contact us at hello@counterpart.actor End User License Agreement: https: //www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.counterpart.actor/privacy

Screenshots

ActorCue4 screens
Counterpart4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Counterpart at weekly against ActorCue's every 3 weeks. Counterpart also leads on device support (4 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, 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. ActorCue sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $5.99 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ActorCue ships an update every 3 weeks, Counterpart weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ActorCue versus Counterpart: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterActorCueCounterpart
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.7 (90 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—63.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—90 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS17.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB94 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTaylor SimmonsAlexander Finch

In-app purchases

1 purchases

ActorCue

Subscriptions1
  • ActorCue Pro3 Days trial$5.991 Month
2 purchases

Counterpart

Subscriptions2
  • Counterpart Studio - Monthly14 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Counterpart Studio - Yearly14 Days trial$58.991 Year

Questions

Is ActorCue free?
ActorCue is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Counterpart free?
Counterpart is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ActorCue or Counterpart have ads?
Neither ActorCue nor Counterpart shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ActorCue or Counterpart?
ActorCue ships an update every 3 weeks, and Counterpart weekly. Most recently, ActorCue was updated on October 20, 2026 and Counterpart on October 24, 2026.

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