Comparison

Screenplay Writer vs The Scriptwriter

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

Head to head
About

Screenplay Writer

This app provides a distraction-free environment for writing screenplays with automatic industry-standard formatting. It offers features like a scene navigator, character lists, and script statistics, with options to import and export in various formats. Pro features unlock unlimited scripts, dark themes, and edit history.

Highlights
  • Automatic screenplay formatting
  • Distraction-free editor
  • Scene navigator
  • Character list generation
  • Import/export PDF, FDX, Fountain
  • Offline functionality
  • Edit history (Pro)
Features
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Zen Writer is the distraction-free screenwriting studio that fits in your pocket. Write properly formatted screenplays anywhere inspiration strikes — on the couch, on set, or on the train — with automatic industry-standard formatting that stays out of your way. STAY IN THE STORY • Automatic screenplay formatting as you type — scene headings, action, characters, dialogue, parentheticals and transitions • A clean, minimal editor built for focus • Typewriter mode keeps your writing centered on screen (Pro) • Beautiful light and dark themes (dark theme with Pro) BUILT FOR REAL SCRIPTS • Smooth performance on feature-length screenplays — 150+ pages, thousands of lines • Scene navigator: jump to any scene in an instant • Character list, collected automatically as you write • Script statistics: scenes, page count and more at a glance IMPORT & EXPORT LIKE A PRO • Export industry-standard PDF, Final Draft (.fdx), Fountain and plain text • Import .fdx, .fountain, .txt and PDF screenplays • Share drafts to any app in one tap NEVER LOSE A WORD • Everything autosaves to your device as you type • Edit history: browse and restore earlier versions of your script (Pro) • Inline comments for notes on your next pass • Works fully offline — no account required, your scripts stay on your device ZEN WRITER PRO Start free with one script and watermarked exports. Upgrade to Pro to unlock: • Unlimited screenplays • Watermark-free PDF, FDX and Fountain exports • Dark theme and typewriter mode • Full edit history Flexible plans: weekly, yearly, or pay once for lifetime access. Whether you are outlining your first short film or polishing your tenth feature, Zen Writer keeps the craft simple: open the app and write. Privacy Policy: https://screenplaywriter.app/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

The Scriptwriter

This stage play writing application allows users to format, write, and export professional scripts directly on their iPhone. It offers features like automatic line type detection, revision tracking, and scene organization, all while keeping data local and accessible offline.

Highlights
  • Professional script formatting
  • Offline data storage
  • Import/export Fountain and Final Draft files
  • Revision tracking
  • Scene outlining with cards
  • 50-step undo/redo
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The Scriptwriter is a stage play editor for iPhone. Write, format, and export professional scripts with no subscription, no account, and no internet connection required. FORMAT YOUR PLAY PROFESSIONALLY Three line types handle everything: Dialogue for characters speaking, Stage Directions for physical action, and Cues for tracking entrances and exits. Characters are tracked across every scene so you always know who is on stage. YOUR SCRIPTS STAY ON YOUR DEVICE Everything is saved locally. No cloud, no sign-in, no data leaving your phone. Link directly to files in the Files app and overwrite them with one tap. EXCHANGE FILES WITH ANY EDITOR Import and export Fountain and Final Draft (.fdx) files to collaborate with anyone using Highland, Fade In, or WriterDuet. Export a formatted PDF at any time. BUILT FOR PLAYWRIGHTS Smart mode detects line types as you type. Revision tracking with colored marks. Scene cards for outlining your structure. Notes and bookmarks on any line or scene. Find and replace across the full script. Drag and drop to reorder scenes and lines. 50-step undo and redo.

Screenshots

Screenplay Writer4 screens
The Scriptwriter3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: The Scriptwriter at none against Screenplay Writer's 3. Screenplay Writer's advantage is ratings volume (7 vs 1). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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. Screenplay Writer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. The Scriptwriter asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Screenplay Writer against 5.0 for The Scriptwriter. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Screenplay Writer has 7 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Screenplay Writer versus The Scriptwriter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScreenplay WriterThe Scriptwriter
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (7 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings7 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 8 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.415.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB0 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAshish RattanYash Mahtani

Customer experience

Screenplay Writer

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

The Scriptwriter

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Screenplay Writer

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Pro Yearly$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$49.99
None

The Scriptwriter

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Screenplay Writer free?
Screenplay Writer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is The Scriptwriter free?
The Scriptwriter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Screenplay Writer or The Scriptwriter?
Screenplay Writer and The Scriptwriter are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 7 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Screenplay Writer or The Scriptwriter have ads?
Neither Screenplay Writer nor The Scriptwriter shows ads.

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