onCue vs Scriptmate
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
onCue
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Stop begging friends to read the script with you. With onCue, you can finally rehearse solo without sounding like a lunatic muttering both sides of the script. onCue reads your script aloud, giving each character a unique voice so you can rehearse naturally at any time, anywhere. Features: - Distinct voices for every character onCue automatically assigns natural, unique voices to each role in your script. You can rehearse with a full cast, even if it’s just you in the kitchen. - Rehearse anywhere Whether you’re commuting, waiting on set, or in a café, onCue helps you practice out loud or with headphones. It runs fully offline, so no Wi-Fi, no loading screens, no excuses. Just you, your script, and zero side-eye from strangers. - Instant script sharing Send your script to castmates with one tap. Share via AirDrop, email, or messages. Everyone gets the latest version without any drama (except the one you’re performing). - Privacy built in: Everything happens on your device. No accounts, no tracking, no data collection. Your lines stay yours, exactly as they should. onCue is perfect for actors, directors, and speech givers alike. --- onCue collects anonymous usage data through Aptabase (aptabase.com). You can view their privacy policy here: aptabase.com/legal/privacy If you have any issues contact me at j.a.wolfson@icloud.com
Scriptmate
Rehearse lines and record self-tapes without a reader. Import scripts, mark your lines, and practice with natural-sounding voices. Focus mode blocks distractions for uninterrupted rehearsal.
- PDF script import
- Speech-tracking reader
- Headphone-only reader audio
- Customizable character voices
- Landscape recording
- Distraction-blocking focus mode
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Rehearse your lines. Record your self-tape. No reader needed. Import a PDF, mark your lines, and start rehearsing in seconds. IMPORT YOUR SIDES IN SECONDS Stop typing sides by hand. Import a PDF, pick your scene, tap your character, and you're ready to run lines. A READER THAT ACTUALLY HEARS YOU Scriptmate tracks your speech word-by-word through the entire line, not just the final word, whether you're off book or doing a cold read. Your reader responds the moment you finish your cue. CLEAN SELF-TAPE AUDIO Reader lines play only in your headphones: silence in the camera mic, reader in your ears. PROFESSIONAL DEFAULTS Landscape recording is enforced, so casting directors never see a vertical tape. Your own lines are hidden while recording, so you stay present instead of reading. FOCUS MODE Scriptmate blocks distracting apps the moment you start rehearsing and lifts the block when you stop. HOW IT WORKS 1.Import your script. PDF in, parsed scene out. 2.Tap your character. Your lines are marked automatically. 3.Rehearse, memorize, get off book, then record your tape. TRY IT FREE Run a full demo scene the moment you open the app. No account, no sign-up. Then rehearse your own scripts free for 7 days. SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS Scriptmate Pro: $9.99/month or $69.99/year after a 7-day free trial. Full access, no restrictions. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews 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 in your App Store account settings anytime. Any unused portion of the free trial is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Support: https://incredible-wizard-c55.notion.site/Sciptmate-Support-33efa747149580a798cdf2c619e5d711?pvs=74 Privacy Policy: https://incredible-wizard-c55.notion.site/Sciptmate-Privacy-Policy-33efa747149580769629e846d575a2db?pvs=74 Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: onCue at none against Scriptmate's 4. Scriptmate's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 4 weeks) and iOS requirement (16 vs 18.0). 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. Scriptmate sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. onCue asks for nothing beyond the download.
onCue ships an update every 4 weeks, Scriptmate every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | onCue | Scriptmate |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.1 (9 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 80.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 9 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 16 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Louise Kiernan | Peter Lavskiy |
In-app purchases
onCue
No in-app purchases
Scriptmate
- Monthly subscription1 Month trial$9.991 Month
- Monthly subscription7 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Annual subscription1 Month trial$69.991 Year
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- Annual subscription7 Days trial$69.991 Year








