Comparison

Auto Captions vs Cue

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

Head to head
About

Auto Captions

Features
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Add captions to your videos in seconds — no typing, no hassle. CapStudio turns any video into a captioned, ready-to-post clip in seconds. Import your video, get automatic captions, pick a style, and export — no typing, no complicated editing. How it works: Import a video from your camera roll or files. CapStudio automatically transcribes every word on your device — no internet required. Edit any word, pick a caption style, and export your finished video. Caption Styles: Choose from 27 built-in caption templates — bold, minimal, viral, aesthetic, and more. Customize font, color, size, and motion to match your content. Word-Level Editor: Tap any word to correct it. Drag your captions anywhere on screen. Scrub through your video word by word on the timeline for precise control. Translate Captions: Translate your captions into 53 languages with one tap. All translation happens on-device through Apple's Translation framework. Reach viewers in every language. Export Ready: Export finished videos as MP4, ready to post on TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, or anywhere you publish. CapStudio Pro — Subscription Plans Unlock the full CapStudio experience with Pro: All premium caption templates Videos longer than 10 minutes Caption translation to 53 languages Pro is available in three plans: Weekly: $4.99 per week Yearly: $29.99 per year ($2.49/mo) Lifetime: $69.99 one-time payment Privacy & Legal Privacy Policy: https://capstudio-app-prod.web.app/privacy Terms of Service: https://capstudio-app-prod.web.app/terms Support: https://capstudio-app-prod.web.app/support

About

Cue

This app helps creators and presenters film themselves by displaying scripts that scroll at a controllable speed and size. It offers modes for direct viewing or use with teleprompter glass, and allows recording with the front camera while reading lines.

Highlights
  • Adjustable scroll speed and font size
  • Reader mode and mirror mode
  • Record with front camera
  • Paste or import scripts
  • Customizable themes (Pro)
  • Watermark-free recordings (Pro)
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Cue is a fast teleprompter for creators, presenters, and anyone who films to camera. Paste your script, set scroll speed and font size, then read while you record. Use reader mode or mirror mode for a teleprompter glass. Film with the front camera so your lines stay on screen while you talk. WHY CUE • Clean scrolling teleprompter — no clutter • Speed, font, colors, and countdown you control • Mirror / reverse text for glass setups • Front camera + record while you read • Paste from clipboard or import text • Privacy-first — no account required FREE Save a couple of scripts and use the core prompter and recording tools. CUE PRO Unlimited scripts, custom themes, and watermark-free recordings. Subscribe monthly or yearly. Restore purchases anytime. Built for YouTube, Reels, TikTok, voiceovers, speeches, and everyday on-camera work. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://kick-start.ai/cue-teleprompt/cue-teleprompt-privacy-policy/

Screenshots

Auto Captions4 screens
Cue4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Cue at every 2 days against Auto Captions's fortnightly. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Auto Captions sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Cue sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Auto Captions ships an update fortnightly, Cue every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and August 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Auto Captions versus Cue: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuto CaptionsCue
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size95 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAbhi ShingalaKick-Start AI

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Auto Captions

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Weekly Plan$4.997 Days
  • Pro Annual Plan$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime Access$69.99
2 purchases

Cue

Subscriptions2
  • Cue Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Cue Pro Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Auto Captions free?
Auto Captions is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cue free?
Cue is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Auto Captions or Cue have ads?
Neither Auto Captions nor Cue shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Auto Captions or Cue?
Auto Captions ships an update fortnightly, and Cue every 2 days. Most recently, Auto Captions was updated on September 16, 2026 and Cue on August 24, 2026.

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