SmoothCue vs Teleprompter for Video
Short answer. Teleprompter for Video records with voice-assisted scrolling, edits, captions and Apple Watch remote control. It is free for scripts up to 750 characters (about a minute) and Premium is a subscription. SmoothCue has no editor or captions, but lets you record a whole first take free and unlock for good with one purchase.
Choose SmoothCue if…
- Your scripts are longer than a minute and you don’t want a subscription.
- You want the script split into cards you can reorder.
- You record in one of 12 languages with voice follow.
Choose Teleprompter for Video if…
- You want to edit, add music or captions right after recording.
- You control recording from an Apple Watch or Bluetooth remote.
- You need iPad support.
Side by side
| Side by side | SmoothCue | Teleprompter for Video |
|---|---|---|
| Scrolls with your voice | Yes | Yes |
| Voice-follow languages | 12 languages | Not listed |
| Tap a word to jump back | Yes | Not listed |
| Records video with the script | Yes, 1080p or 4K | Yes, up to 4K |
| Mirror mode for glass rigs | Yes | Yes |
| Remote, keyboard or pedal control | No | Yes |
| Automatic captions | No | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad |
| Pricing model | One-time purchase, or yearly | Subscription (monthly or yearly) |
| Free to try | First full take, every feature | Scripts up to 750 characters |
Teleprompter for Video details come from its App Store listing (US), checked on October 23, 2026. Prices vary by country and change over time; check the listing before buying. Something out of date? Write to support@smoothcue.app. See Teleprompter for Video on the App Store
FAQ
Is Teleprompter for Video free?
Its listing says it is free for scripts up to 750 characters, about one minute of video. Longer scripts need Premium, a subscription.
Can I record a long script for free in SmoothCue?
Your first full take is free, whatever its length, with every feature. After that you unlock SmoothCue once, or yearly.