Linus vs MangoScript
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
MangoScript
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Rehearse any script, on your own or with a friend. MangoScript reads your scene partners' lines aloud while you perform yours — turning your device into a personal rehearsal coach. Import scripts from PDF, Word, or text files, assign roles, and start practicing in minutes. How it works: Import or type in your script Assign each character as "Me," "Friend," or "App Reads" Hit play — the app speaks non-player lines and waits for yours Key features: Import from PDF, Word (.docx), plain text, or type manually Automatic character and dialogue detection Customizable voices, speech rates, and emoji identities for each role Audio and video recording to review your performance Practice streaks, session stats, and 8 collectible awards Clean, visual script library with book-cover cards Built for: Actors preparing for auditions. Theatre students learning lines. Voice actors refining delivery. Anyone who wants to rehearse on their own schedule. Stop waiting for a scene partner. Start rehearsing now.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MangoScript at none against Linus's 7. Linus's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.2). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. Linus sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. MangoScript asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Linus | MangoScript |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (129 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 64.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 129 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 96 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Actors Kit | Stuart Koch |
In-app purchases
Linus
- 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
- 3 Day Pass$1.99
- 7 Day Pass$3.99
- 30 Day Pass$9.99
MangoScript
No in-app purchases









