Head-to-head · Screenwriting Software
Celtx vs Story Architect
Celtx leads on 0 checks, Story Architect on 1, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreCeltx · 9.1/10
- Lowest starting priceStory Architect · $4.17/mo
- Free planboth
- Free trialboth
- Most featuresStory Architect · 4 of 4
Celtx scores higher on our rubric for screenwriting software: 9.1 against 7.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #7.
Story Architect is cheaper to start at $4.17/user/mo against $11.24/user/mo.
Celtx is the better fit for writers moving from scripts into production. Story Architect is the better fit for budget-conscious writers needing broad features.
- Celtx fits best
Writers moving from scripts into production
- Story Architect fits best
Budget-conscious writers needing broad features
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Side by side
| Feature | Celtx 9.1/10 Visit ↗ | Story Architect 7.8/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.1 | 7.8 |
| Ranking | #2 in Screenwriting Software | #7 in Screenwriting Software |
| Best for | Writers moving from scripts into production | Budget-conscious writers needing broad features |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $11.24/mo | $4.17/mo (best) |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 7 days | 30 days |
| Free trial length | 7 days | 30 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile | Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, macOS, Android | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Features Celtx 1/4 · Story Architect 4/4 | ||
| Real-time collaboration | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Offline mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Revision tracking | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Production breakdown tools | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Specs | ||
| Supported platforms | Not checked yet | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Export formats | standard | DOCX, PDF, FDX, Fountain |
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| Our verdict | Celtx is cloud-based software for screenwriters, stage writers, filmmakers, studios, educators, and media production teams. It covers automatic screenplay, stageplay, and multi-column script formatting, while also extending into story… Read the review → |
Story Architect is screenwriting and story-development software for screenwriters and other authors. Its screenplay editor covers loglines, synopses, title pages, treatments, script text, statistics, and scene-number locking. The… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Celtx — where it wins
- Automatic formatting for screenplay, stageplay, and multi-column scripts
- Real-time collaboration with comments, permissions, and approvals
- Production tools for breakdowns, schedules, budgets, and call sheets
Where it doesn't
- The Free plan is limited to one project
- Advanced production features require paid or specific plans
- Offline editing availability differs between web and Android descriptions
Story Architect — where it wins
- Free plan includes unlimited projects and documents
- Runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android
- Supports collaboration, breakdowns, revisions, and broad file formats
Where it doesn't
- Mobile sync is still in development
- Real-time collaboration starts with the Creator tier
- AI writing assistance uses separately priced credit packs
- Celtx9.1/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial
A strong fit for writers who need production planning beyond screenplay formatting.
Visit CeltxFull verdict → - Story Architect7.8/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial
A broad, affordable writing suite with planning, collaboration, breakdowns, and AI tools.
Try Story ArchitectFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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