Comparison

FlowPrompter vs CuePrompter

Two free teleprompter options, two very different experiences. Here's how they compare.

CuePrompter is one of the oldest free online teleprompters — a simple web page that scrolls text. FlowPrompter is a modern teleprompter app with a transparent overlay mode. Both are free, but the experience is radically different.

Feature Comparison

Feature

FlowPrompter

CuePrompter

Transparent overlay mode

✅ Yes — read while looking at camera

❌ No — full-screen text only

Speed control

✅ Smooth variable speed

✅ Basic speed settings

Script management

✅ Save, organize, edit scripts

❌ Paste text each time

Mirror/flip mode

✅ Built-in

Desktop & mobile apps

✅ Mac, Windows, iOS, Android

❌ Web browser only

Works offline

✅ Desktop app works offline

❌ Requires internet

Price

✅ Free tier + Pro

✅ Completely free

Keyboard/remote control

✅ Full keyboard shortcuts

⚠️ Limited controls

FlowPrompter strengths

✓Transparent overlay lets you read scripts while looking directly at your camera on any app
✓Native desktop and mobile apps with better performance than a web page
✓Script management — save and organize all your scripts in one place
✓Works offline on desktop
✓Keyboard shortcuts and remote control support for professional use

CuePrompter strengths

✓100% free with no paid tier — no features locked behind a paywall
✓Zero setup — just open a web page and paste your text
✓Works on any device with a browser, including older devices
✓Extremely simple — no learning curve at all

The Verdict