# Scriptmate vs FocusGate

The clearest difference is rating: FocusGate at 5.0 against Scriptmate's 4.1. FocusGate also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 80%). Scriptmate's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scriptmate sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and FocusGate sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FocusGate holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of Scriptmate's written reviews are positive against 100% of FocusGate's.

Scriptmate ships an update every 4 days, FocusGate every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scriptmate | FocusGate |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scriptmate-line-learner/id6761671635/reviews) | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focusgate-screen-time-control/id6761919802/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 80.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 29 MB | 186 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Peter Lavskiy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1271391384) | [FocusGate](https://appshunter.io/developer/1892077601) |

## What reviewers say

### Scriptmate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scriptmate-line-learner/id6761671635)

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.

**Highlights:** PDF script import, Speech-tracking reader, Headphone-only reader audio, Customizable character voices, Landscape recording, Distraction-blocking focus mode

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Annual subscription | $69.99 | per year |
| Annual subscription | $69.99 | per year |


### FocusGate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focusgate-screen-time-control/id6761919802)

This app helps you reclaim time lost to scrolling by setting up personalized "Focus Gates." When you try to open distracting apps, it presents your priorities and tasks first, offering a gentle nudge to refocus. Track your progress and build momentum towards better digital habits.

**Highlights:** Customizable Focus Gates for any app, Personalized task reminders before app opens, Mid-session "Doom Scroll" check-ins, Real-time interrupts redirect to Focus Gates, Daily Focus Score and progress dashboard, Shareable progress cards with cosmic artwork

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Subscription | $14.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scriptmate free?

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

### Is FocusGate free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Scriptmate or FocusGate?

FocusGate is rated higher. Scriptmate averages 4.1 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while FocusGate averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do Scriptmate or FocusGate have ads?

Neither Scriptmate nor FocusGate shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Scriptmate or FocusGate?

Scriptmate ships an update every 4 days, and FocusGate every 3 weeks. Most recently, Scriptmate was updated on September 29, 2026 and FocusGate on October 5, 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.*