Read Your Script While Recording iPhone Video with Promptr
Promptr is a teleprompter app that lets you read your script on your iPhone screen while recording video at the same time, all in one app. Works with scripts in TXT, PDF, DOCX, and RTF formats.
How Promptr Works for Script Reading and Recording
Promptr splits your iPhone screen: your script appears in the teleprompter pane on one side, and the camera viewfinder on the other. You read naturally from the scrolling text while watching yourself on camera, and the app records your video simultaneously. The teleprompter scrolls automatically (Smart Scroll), on a timer (Timed Scroll), or at your voice cadence if you upgrade to Pro. This setup is designed for creators, YouTubers, podcast hosts, preachers, and public speakers who want to hit their marks without memorisation.
Teleprompter Scrolling Options
Promptr offers three scroll modes to suit different recording styles. Smart Scroll detects when you pause or speak faster and adjusts automatically. Timed Scroll lets you set an exact duration for your script and keeps pace throughout. Voice Scroll, available on Pro, reads your cadence and scrolls in sync with your voice, so if you slow down, the text slows; if you speed up, it keeps pace. All three remove the friction of manual scrolling mid-take and help you maintain eye contact with the camera lens.
Script Import and Setup
Start by importing your script as TXT, PDF, DOCX, or RTF. Free users can store up to 3 scripts at a time; Creator and Pro tiers unlock unlimited storage. You can also use the AI script writing assistant (Creator tier and up) to generate first-draft scripts from a topic or outline. Once your script is imported, adjust the text size, font, colour, and scroll speed before you hit record. Promptr's teleprompter themes let you customise the look to match your brand or recording environment.
Recording, Editing, and Export
The Creator tier unlocks video recording, which pairs the teleprompter with your iPhone camera. You record multiple takes and keep only the best one. Pro adds per-take recording (save each take separately), on-device captions with a pacing coach to help you hit beats, background music, beauty filters, and background blur. All Pro exports are watermark-free, and you can add a branded colour overlay or use your Brand Kit to stamp your logo on every export. For deeper post-production work, export your video and edit elsewhere.
Pricing and What Each Plan Includes
Free gives you Smart Scroll, Timed Scroll, script import, and a 3-script limit at no cost. Creator (£5.49/month or £39.99/year) adds video recording, AI script writing, all teleprompter themes, manual exposure control, and colour grading filters. Pro (£9.99/month or £69.99/year) includes everything in Creator plus on-device captions, voice scroll, per-take recording, watermark-free export, cloud sync via iCloud and Supabase, branded export overlay, background music, beauty filters, background blur, and a Brand Kit for team branding. As of 2026, both paid tiers offer annual discounts if you commit upfront.
Why Teleprompter Apps Matter for Video Content
Reading from a teleprompter while recording keeps your delivery natural and confident. You avoid fluffing lines, repeating yourself, or losing your place mid-sentence. Unlike memorisation, which can feel stiff on camera, a teleprompter lets you glance at the text and then back to the lens. It's especially useful for YouTube intros, podcast scripted segments, sermon recordings, lecture captures, or any video where accuracy and pacing matter. Promptr brings that capability to your pocket, so you don't need a studio desk setup.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I use Promptr on Android?
Promptr is built for iPhone and iPad only. There is no Android version at this time.
Does Promptr record video?
Yes, but only on Creator tier and above. Free users can use the teleprompter to read scripts, but video recording requires a Creator or Pro subscription.
Can I import a PDF script into Promptr?
Yes. Promptr accepts TXT, PDF, DOCX, RTF, and plain text. Simply tap New Script and upload your file.
What is Voice Scroll and how does it work?
Voice Scroll (Pro only) detects your speech cadence and scrolls the teleprompter in real time to match your pace. If you slow down or speed up, the text adjusts automatically so you never lose your place.
Do I need a separate video editor to use Promptr videos?
No, but you can. Promptr records and offers built-in editing features like captions, music, beauty filters, and overlays on Pro. For deeper edits, you can export and use another video editor.
Is there a watermark on exported videos?
Free and Creator exports include a Promptr watermark. Pro tier removes the watermark and adds the option to include a branded overlay instead.