Comparison

Linus vs ScriptReadr

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

Head to head
About

Linus

This AI-powered tool acts as your rehearsal partner, helping actors learn lines and self-tape auditions. It offers customizable features like real actor voices, cue-sensitive playback, and script parsing, all while respecting user privacy.

Highlights
  • AI scene partner
  • Self-tape tool
  • Line learning
  • Cue-sensitive playback
  • Customizable actor voices
  • Script parsing with notes
  • Hands-free rehearsal
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Use a reader when you can. Use Linus when you can’t. Your AI-powered scene partner, self tape tool, and line learning app—built by actors, ready when you are. Run lines, run scenes, learn lines and self tape anytime, anywhere. When pressure hits, Linus listens. You’ve run scenes in your trailer. Stayed late after rehearsals. Taped alone in hotel rooms, and whispered lines to yourself in the car and on the train. You’ve prepared for the callback or audition alone, desperate, because everyone said ‘sorry, I can’t, I’m busy’. Linus was made for these moments—the quiet, chaotic, last-minute ones where confidence matters and no one’s around. We’re actors who get it. We live your life. That’s why we built Linus: an AI line reader, teleprompter for actors, and rehearsal partner that listens for your cue, responds in flow, and holds space so you can do what you love and lead your scene. Whether you’re learning 8 pages the night before a callback, self taping at 1AM, or finding your flow on the go, Linus is built to support your process—not replace it. This is rehearsals, without pressure. Play, without panic. ------------ How to get the most out of Linus USE REAL ACTOR VOICES AND SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY Choose your scene partner by accent, tone, age or gender. Every time you rehearse with a voice, that actor gets paid. SELFTAPE WITHOUT A READER Use a smart teleprompter for actors that scrolls naturally while you move. Record, edit, and favourite your best takes without leaving the app. Perfect for selftapes when no reader is around. LEARN LINES FASTER, YOUR WAY Loop tricky moments and work in sections. Hide lines. Use first-letter-only prompts. Stay in flow while you learn lines for auditions or performances. REHEARSE HANDS-FREE, ANYWHERE Run lines in the car, at the gym, on a walk, or lying in the sun. Linus plays your scene partner so you can live your life while rehearsing. UPLOAD MESSY SCRIPTS WITH NO STRESS Got a script with notes from casting written on it? No problem. Linus understands how to find your role, extract your lines, and work around notes—getting you into the scene in seconds. CUE-SENSITIVE PLAYBACK Linus waits for your cue, only responding when you’ve finished your line. Paraphrase when needed. Adjust pace to match your rhythm. REHEARSE IN 32+ LANGUAGES Automatically detects script language and accent. Built for multilingual actors, line learning, and accent switching. MAKE YOUR SCRIPT WORK FOR YOU Choose fonts like Courier or OpenDyslexic. Adjust layout and font size for actor-first accessibility, for better clarity and comfort. STAY IN CONTROL Set the pace, switch between cue or tap-to-progress, and choose how Linus responds. You lead. TRACK YOUR REHEARSAL HABITS View rehearsal stats, line counts, and scene history to improve your process and feel more prepared. YOUR DATA. YOUR PROCESS. PROTECTED. No data mining. No weird terms. Just a line reader that respects your privacy and your scripts. Download Linus and rehearse anytime, anywhere. Try it free today with 1-page rehearsal access. Need more? Grab a 3 or 7-day pass when it suits, or save up to 60% with a monthly subscription plan. ---------- Linus. Your AI-powered line learning app, self tape partner, and teleprompter for actors—built for play when no one else is around. Built by two Aussie actors, with love for our friends, community, and those in the industry. On a mission to help people deliver performances that can move the world. Terms of Use: https://getlinus.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://getlinus.app/privacy

About

ScriptReadr

This app assists actors with script rehearsal and self-taping. It offers features like line highlighting, real-time speech-to-text feedback, and collaborative scene sharing. Actors can practice solo or with castmates, anytime and anywhere.

Highlights
  • Script editing and line highlighting
  • Real-time speech-to-text feedback
  • Collaborative scene sharing
  • Assign roles and permissions
  • Cloud backup and cross-device sync
  • Offline character line support
Features
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Other apps give you an AI reader, or make you record your own voice. ScriptReadr is the only script reader and rehearser app that allows you to share your script with friends, allowing them to read other characters! KEY FEATURES: Script Rehearsal - Create and edit your own scripts - Highlight character lines and mark beats or blocking Real-Time Feedback - Perform scenes with the app using proprietary voice recognition algorithms to hear your line (no AI!) - Receive real-time speech-to-text feedback to help stay on script Collaborate - Share scenes with friends and acting partners - Assign characters and give edit or record permissions - Friends can record other characters lines for you (they don't need to subscribe!) Notifications & Sharing - Stay updated on shared scenes and activity Secure & Cloud-Backed - All content backed by Firebase and synced across devices - Privacy-first design — you own your performances Free to use for up to 5 offline character lines - Subscribe for unlimited access and sharing capabilities - Support ongoing development Whether you're a seasoned actor or just getting started, ScriptReadr empowers you to rehearse smarter and perform with confidence. --- Download ScriptReadr and start performing today. Terms of Use: https://scriptreadr.app/tos.html Privacy Policy: https://scriptreadr.app/privacy.html

Screenshots

Linus4 screens
ScriptReadr4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ScriptReadr at 5.0 against Linus's 4.2. ScriptReadr also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 67%). Linus's advantage is ratings volume (155 vs 5). On price, update cadence, 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. Linus sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and ScriptReadr sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ScriptReadr holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Linus has 155 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Linus's written reviews are positive against 100% of ScriptReadr's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Linus ships an update every 5 days, ScriptReadr every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Linus versus ScriptReadr: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLinusScriptReadr
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (155 ratings)5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings155 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.1 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size97 MB90 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperActors KitMariano and Sons Productions, Inc.

Customer experience

Linus

All ratings155 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral4.5%
Negative15.5%
Written reviews60 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative25.0%

ScriptReadr

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Linus

Subscriptions4
  • Linus Unlimited Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly$19.991 Month
  • Linus Yearly$99.991 Year
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  • Premium Yearly$199.991 Year
One-time3
  • 3 Day Pass$1.99
  • 7 Day Pass$3.99
  • 30 Day Pass$9.99
1 purchases

ScriptReadr

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Subscription$4.991 Month

Questions

Is Linus free?
Linus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ScriptReadr free?
ScriptReadr is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Linus or ScriptReadr?
ScriptReadr is rated higher. Linus averages 4.2 out of 5 from 155 ratings, while ScriptReadr averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.
Do Linus or ScriptReadr have ads?
Neither Linus nor ScriptReadr shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Linus or ScriptReadr?
Linus ships an update every 5 days, and ScriptReadr every 3 days. Most recently, Linus was updated on October 13, 2026 and ScriptReadr on September 29, 2026.

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