# Script Evolution vs Formbook

The clearest difference is rating: Formbook at 4.5 against Script Evolution's 1.0. Formbook also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs monthly) and ratings volume (26 vs 2). Script Evolution's advantage is iOS requirement (12 vs 17.6). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Script Evolution sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Formbook sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Formbook holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Formbook has 26 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 80% and 80% positive.

Script Evolution ships an update monthly, Formbook every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and August 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Script Evolution | Formbook |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/script-evolution/id824223248/reviews) | **[4.5 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/formbook/id1570038338/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **26** |
| Positive reviews | 80.0% of reviews | **80.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 34 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Simple App](https://appshunter.io/developer/473964360) | [Mathieu Morgensztern](https://appshunter.io/developer/1439918443) |

## What reviewers say

### Script Evolution

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/script-evolution/id824223248)

This advanced application streamlines film production by managing all shooting data in one intuitive interface. It allows for easy script import, detailed take recording, and quick generation of essential reports like facing pages and progress updates. Designed for efficient on-set data management and post-production reporting.

**Highlights:** Intuitive data management for shooting, Import scripts from PDF or FDX, Record and annotate takes, Generate PDF reports (facing page, progress), Supports single/multiple units and international reporting, Offline shooting capabilities

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 day of shooting | $7.99 | one-time |
| 5 days of shooting | $32.99 | one-time |
| 10 days of shooting | $54.99 | one-time |


### Formbook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/formbook/id1570038338)

This app allows you to create structured notes that function like database forms, saving you time and providing instant chart statistics. It supports collaboration, cross-device synchronization, and AI-powered form building with numerous field types.

**Highlights:** Form-based note creation, Instant chart statistics, Notebook sharing for collaboration, AI-powered automated form builder, 30+ form field types, Cross-device synchronization, Export to PDF and CSV

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Notebook sharing | $3.99 | one-time |
| Additional fields pack | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive and easy-to-use interface
- 🔄 Seamless cross-device synchronization
- 💰 One-time purchase with no subscription
- 🎨 Clean, native Apple design aesthetic
- 📊 Flexible field types and customization

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Limited search functionality (no field-specific search)
- 🐛 Frequent crashes on macOS
- ⚠️ Slow performance with large datasets
- 📋 No table/spreadsheet view option
- 🔐 Lack of password protection

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on macOS Ventura and newer
- Crashes when validating fields in new notes
- Export functionality issues with CSV and PDF
- Barcode field scans but cannot search by barcode
- Star rating field too sensitive to accidental changes

**Requested features**

- Field-specific search functionality
- Advanced multi-criteria filtering
- Table/spreadsheet view for data
- Password/biometric app protection
- Rich text formatting (bold, italic, colors)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Script Evolution free?

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

### Is Formbook free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Script Evolution or Formbook?

Formbook is rated higher. Script Evolution averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Formbook averages 4.5 from 26 ratings.

### Do Script Evolution or Formbook have ads?

Neither Script Evolution nor Formbook shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Script Evolution or Formbook?

Script Evolution ships an update monthly, and Formbook every 4 days. Most recently, Script Evolution was updated on September 20, 2026 and Formbook on August 17, 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.*