# Scriptmate vs Subtext

The clearest difference is rating: Subtext at 5.0 against Scriptmate's 4.2. Subtext also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 80%) and update cadence (daily vs every 4 days). Scriptmate's advantage is ratings volume (12 vs 4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scriptmate sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Subtext sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Subtext holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12 and 4 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of Scriptmate's written reviews are positive against 100% of Subtext's.

Scriptmate ships an update every 4 days, Subtext daily. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scriptmate | Subtext |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scriptmate-line-learner/id6761671635/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/subtext-the-actors-app/id6780205861/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **12** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 80.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 31 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Peter Lavskiy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1271391384) | [Babbi Brains Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871271328) |

## 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 |


### Subtext

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/subtext-the-actors-app/id6780205861)

This app helps actors memorize lines, rehearse scenes with AI or real readers, and record self-tapes. It also offers script analysis, organization, and cross-device syncing for a streamlined acting workflow.

**Highlights:** AI scene partner for line memorization, Record and edit self-tapes, Real reader integration for rehearsals, Script summarization and analysis, Line memorization modes (hide, hint, first-letter), Organize scripts by project and gig, Cross-device backup and sync

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Subtext Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Subtext Yearly | $79.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scriptmate free?

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

### Is Subtext free?

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

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

Subtext is rated higher. Scriptmate averages 4.2 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Subtext averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Scriptmate or Subtext have ads?

Neither Scriptmate nor Subtext shows ads.

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

Scriptmate ships an update every 4 days, and Subtext daily. Most recently, Scriptmate was updated on October 14, 2026 and Subtext on October 14, 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.*