Head-to-head · Script Writing Software
Celtx vs DramaQueen
Celtx leads on 1 check, DramaQueen on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreCeltx · 8.4/10
- Lowest starting priceCeltx · $11.24/mo
- Free planboth
- Free trialboth
- Most featuresCeltx · 2 of 4
Celtx scores higher on our rubric for script writing software: 8.4 against 7.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #6.
Celtx is cheaper to start at $11.24/user/mo against $11.90/user/mo.
Celtx is the better fit for writers moving from scriptwriting into production planning. DramaQueen is the better fit for offline writers who want deep outlining and exports.
- Celtx fits best
Writers moving from scriptwriting into production planning
- DramaQueen fits best
Offline writers who want deep outlining and exports
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Side by side
| Feature | Celtx 8.4/10 Visit ↗ | DramaQueen 7.8/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.4 | 7.8 |
| Ranking | #4 in Script Writing Software | #6 in Script Writing Software |
| Best for | Writers moving from scriptwriting into production planning | Offline writers who want deep outlining and exports |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $11.24/mo (best) | $11.90/mo |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 7 days | 30 days |
| Free trial length | 7 days | 30 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile | Desktop |
| Platforms | Web, macOS, Android | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Features Celtx 2/4 · DramaQueen 1/4 | ||
| Offline mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| AI writing tools | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| FDX import/export | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Version history | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
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| Real-time collaboration | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Mobile apps | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Celtx is cloud-based software for screenwriters, stage writers, filmmakers, studios, educators, and media production teams. Founded in 2000, it combines automatic screenplay, stageplay, and multi-column formatting with story development… Read the review → |
DramaQueen is desktop software for screenwriters, dramaturgs and filmmakers who want to develop stories as well as format scripts. It runs on Windows, macOS and Linux, and supports work across plot, treatment and script levels. Outlining,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Celtx — where it wins
- Automatic formatting for screenplay, stageplay, and multi-column scripts
- Real-time co-writing with comments, approvals, and shareable links
- Production tools span breakdowns, schedules, budgets, and call sheets
Where it doesn't
- Free plan limits users to one project
- Advanced history restore requires a subscriber plan
- Offline behavior differs between the web product and Android app
DramaQueen — where it wins
- Free plan supports unlimited projects and writing, formatting and outlining
- Drag-and-drop story structure with plot, treatment and script levels
- Imports and exports across common script and document formats
Where it doesn't
- Real-time collaboration is not available
- Advanced story tools require a paid PLUS or PRO license
- Desktop-only deployment; no browser-based workspace
- Celtx8.4/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial
Celtx connects scriptwriting, collaboration, and production planning in one workspace.
Visit CeltxFull verdict → - DramaQueen7.8/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial
A capable offline writing workspace, from free outlining to advanced story tools.
Visit DramaQueenFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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