Comparison
Line Echo vs ActOnCue
Last updated September 2026
ActOnCue is a browser-first AI line reader with pay-as-you-go pricing and no subscription. Line Echo is also browser-based and adds per-line emotion, on-device privacy, and a flat plan for daily rehearsers. Here is an honest look at where each one fits.
ActOnCue
Browser-first, pay-as-you-go
The rehearsal experience
| Feature | Line Echo | ActOnCue |
|---|---|---|
AI reads every other role, listens, and waits On-device speech recognition Recognizes cues and responds on cue | ||
Delivery shaped by per-line sentiment 16 sentiments shape prosody line by line AI voices by gender, age and accent | Not listed |
Getting your script in
| Feature | Line Echo | ActOnCue |
|---|---|---|
Import formats | PDF and photos | PDF, paste, image, audio transcription |
OCR for photographed and watermarked casting sides Reads Actors Access sides that will not copy-paste Image upload supported | Not listed |
Privacy
| Feature | Line Echo | ActOnCue |
|---|---|---|
Speech recognition runs on your device Audio never leaves your browser | Not listed |
Platforms
| Feature | Line Echo | ActOnCue |
|---|---|---|
Runs in any browser Desktop, iPhone and Android Browser-first, works on any device | ||
Native mobile app Web app; works in mobile browsers iOS app; Android coming soon |
Pricing
| Feature | Line Echo | ActOnCue |
|---|---|---|
Free to start Audition plan, 2 scripts, plus free no-signup scenes Free line running, character voices are paid | ||
Pricing model | $19/mo flat | Pay-as-you-go, $19.99 credit pack |
No subscription required Monthly plans Buy credits as you use them | ||
Free scenes with no signup Practice instantly at lineecho.app/scenes Free start, account needed to save |
The Verdict
ActOnCue wins on real things: pay-as-you-go pricing with no subscription, a browser-first design that works on any device, free unlimited line running, and rich imports including image and audio. Choose Line Echo if you want delivery matched to the emotion written into each line, speech recognition that runs entirely in your browser, OCR for photographed and watermarked casting sides, free scenes with no signup, and a flat plan that can cost less if you rehearse most days. If you rehearse in bursts and want to pay only for what you use, ActOnCue fits; if emotion-matched delivery and privacy matter most, Line Echo fits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a subscription for ActOnCue?
No. ActOnCue is pay-as-you-go: line running is free, and AI voices and self-tape sessions are billed from a $19.99 credit pack. Line Echo uses a flat $19/mo plan, which can be cheaper if you rehearse most days.
Does ActOnCue work on Android?
It runs in the Android browser today, and a native Android app is listed as coming soon; it has an iOS app now. Line Echo also runs in any browser, including on Android, with nothing to install.
Which is better for heavy daily rehearsal?
For daily use a flat plan like Line Echo's $19/mo is predictable, while ActOnCue's per-use credits can add up. For occasional rehearsal, ActOnCue's pay-as-you-go can be cheaper.
Does ActOnCue listen for your cue?
Yes. Both apps recognize your cue and respond when you finish. Line Echo runs that speech recognition on your device, so your audio is not uploaded.
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