The 2025 guide to teleprompter apps & software.

The two-part teleprompter problem.

If you've ever recorded yourself speaking on camera, you know the challenge. You have a message to deliver, but the process of getting it out clearly and confidently is harder than it seems. This introduces two distinct problems that professionals face.

The obvious problem: remembering scripts. Forgetting lines, stumbling over words, or pausing to recall a key point breaks the flow of your presentation. It forces multiple takes, wastes time, and can make even the most knowledgeable speaker seem unprepared. This is the challenge everyone recognizes and it's what most basic teleprompter apps aim to solve.

The hidden problem: eye-line drift. The more subtle, but equally damaging, problem is eye-line drift. When using a teleprompter on a screen next to your camera, your eyes aren't looking at the lens. They're constantly shifting away to read the script. Viewers notice this, even if they can't articulate why it feels off. This breaks the connection and undermines your credibility. A study shows that direct eye gaze is a powerful tool for building trust and engagement, a connection that's lost when your eyes are focused elsewhere.

This guide provides a complete path to addressing both of these challenges. We'll explore the different levels of teleprompter solutions, helping you find the right tool for your platform, budget, and professional needs.

The 3 levels of teleprompting.

Not all teleprompting solutions are created equal. They fall into a clear hierarchy based on the challenges they address and the level of professionalism they provide.

• Level 1: Basic solutions. These are free or makeshift tools, like browser-based websites or word processors. They're a good starting point for solving the basic problem of memorization.
• Level 2: Advanced software. This level includes paid, dedicated applications for desktop and mobile. They offer rich features like in-app video recording, remote controls, and voice-activated scrolling for a more controlled workflow.
• Level 3: Integrated systems. This is the most complete solution. It combines advanced software with specialized hardware, like smart glasses, to project the script directly into the speaker's line of sight—addressing both script memorization and eyeline precision.

Level 1. Foundational tools (free & simple).

For those with zero budget or who just need to practice a script, these tools get the job done. They display scrolling text and are best for situations where script memorization is the main goal and precise eye contact is secondary.

• Free web-based tools: Websites like CuePrompter and TeleprompterMirror are simple and effective. You just copy and paste your script into the browser window, adjust the speed, and press play. No downloads or sign-ups required.
• Microsoft PowerPoint: You can use Presenter View to show your notes on one screen while pretending to present on another. It's a functional workaround for basic needs.
• Notion / Google Docs: Simply open your script in a narrow window next to your webcam and scroll manually.

Level 2. Advanced software (professional control & features).

When you're ready for more control, dedicated teleprompting software offers a significant upgrade. These apps are designed specifically for video production and public speaking, providing a professional software foundation.

All-in-one 'studio' apps.

These applications combine a teleprompter with video editing and other production tools.

• BIGVU: An all-in-one teleprompter video app. It offers AI scriptwriting, automatic captions, branding tools, and a built-in video editor. It's ideal for social media marketers who need to produce content quickly.
• VEED.IO: A powerful web-based alternative to BIGVU. Its strength lies in its collaborative video editing features, making it a good choice for content teams.

Dedicated professional apps.

These apps focus on providing the best possible teleprompting experience.

• Teleprompter: A top choice for users in the Apple ecosystem. This teleprompter app for mac and iOS provides advanced features like remote control from another Apple device and script mirroring for physical rigs.
• PromptSmart Pro: This app's standout feature is its patented VoiceTrack technology. It's a true voice activated teleprompter that listens to your speech and scrolls the text automatically.
• Imaginary Teleprompter: The best free, open source teleprompter for desktop users. It runs on Windows, Mac, and Linux and offers a high degree of customization, making it an excellent choice for users on a budget.

Level 3. An integrated system (the eye contact solution).

Advanced software offers powerful workflow tools, but achieving perfect eyeline with the camera requires an integrated system. In the past, this meant a bulky, expensive teleprompter rig. Today, there's a more advanced and portable solution.

Introducing Even Realities App + Even G1 smart glasses. This is a true integrated system. The free companion app includes a powerful teleprompter feature for Android and iOS and serves as the command center.

• Advanced script management: Type directly or import .doc, .docx, and .txt files.
• Multiple control methods: Control scroll speed using the TouchBar on Even G1 glasses, your phone's volume buttons, or a Bluetooth remote.
• Intelligent scrolling: Use "AI Scroll" to let the prompter follow your natural reading pace automatically.
• Hands-free operation: Start your session with a simple voice command: "Hey, Even, start Teleprompt."

The app then projects this script onto the heads-up display of Even G1 smart glasses. The text floats in your field of view, allowing you to read your script while looking directly through the text and into the camera lens. This addresses eyeline drift completely. You aren't looking at a screen; you're looking through it. Even G1 Teleprompt delivers the performance of a professional studio rig in the form of lightweight, everyday eyewear.

Which teleprompter setup is right for your profession?

For the business professional & executive.

• Challenge: Delivering critical information with confidence and authority during Zoom presentations, investor pitches, or company-wide announcements.
• Solution: For organizing notes, a desktop app like Imaginary Teleprompter is a good start. For delivering those high-stakes presentations on Zoom, teleprompter glasses like Even G1 provide the complete solution. You can read key metrics and notes while maintaining unwavering eye contact, establishing trust and command.

For the educator & online trainer.

• Challenge: Recording long, information-dense lectures without sounding robotic or glued to notes. Keeping students engaged from a distance is paramount.
• Solution: A teleprompter for mac like Teleprompter Pro offers excellent script management for crafting longform content. For classroom use, a pair of teleprompter glasses like Even G1 allows you to speak conversationally and personally for extended periods, making your instruction more effective.

For the actor.

• Challenge: Performing complex scripts for last-minute self-tapings where connection and authenticity are everything.
• Solution: A mobile teleprompter app is useful for quick practice. For a more competitive audition, Even G1 offers an edge by removing visible technology, allowing for an immersive performance where your eyes are locked on the camera lens.

For the social media marketer & YouTuber.

• Challenge: Quickly producing a high volume of polished video for platforms like TikTok and YouTube, from short-form vertical videos to longer reviews.
• Solution: All-in-one apps like BIGVU are popular for their speed. To truly elevate brand professionalism on flagship YouTube videos or important client-facing content, an integrated system like Even G1 provides a broadcast-quality presence that sets your content apart.

Conclusion: choose your level of professionalism.

Finding the right teleprompter solution starts with understanding your goals. You can start for free with browser-based tools to solve the immediate problem of memorizing lines. You can then graduate to advanced software for more control and a more productive workflow.

But for professionals who understand that connection is everything, software alone is not a complete solution. The ultimate setup is an integrated system that solves both memorization and the critical challenge of eye contact. By combining the power of Even Realities App with the discreet heads-up display of Even G1, you can achieve a level of on-camera presence that was once reserved for broadcast television studios. Your message is important. Deliver it with the confidence and connection it deserves.

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