The Best Teleprompter App in 2026
What makes the best teleprompter? AI voice tracking so you don't need foot pedals. A floating overlay that works with any app. Native performance that doesn't lag. And a price of $0. That's Telepront.
See It in Action
The teleprompter app market is surprisingly fragmented. Most options are either web-based tools with limited functionality, mobile apps that require a second device, or expensive professional software designed for broadcast studios. For Mac users who just want a reliable, native teleprompter, the choices are slim.
What makes a good teleprompter app? Three things: it needs to float over your other apps, it should scroll based on your voice (not a fixed timer), and it should be fast and responsive. Bonus points if it respects your privacy and doesn't require an internet connection. Teleprompter for Mac checks all of these boxes.
Key Features
How to Get Started
Evaluate your needs
Decide if you need voice tracking, manual scroll, or both — this app offers voice-based scrolling.
Check compatibility
Make sure you're on macOS 14 (Sonoma) or later with an Apple Silicon or Intel Mac.
Test with a real script
Paste an actual script you'd use and do a full run-through to evaluate the experience.
Compare with alternatives
Try the free app before paying for premium alternatives — you might not need anything else.
Tips from Creators
The best teleprompter app is the one you actually use — simplicity matters more than feature count.
Native apps outperform web-based tools for teleprompting because they can float over any window reliably.
Look for on-device speech processing — cloud-based voice tracking adds latency that breaks your flow.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this better than BigVu or Speakflow?
Telepront is native (not browser-based), has AI voice tracking, and is completely free.
What about PromptSmart?
Telepront offers similar voice tracking but as a native Mac app with a floating overlay — and it's free.
Ready to try it?
Free on the Mac App Store. No account needed.
Download on Mac App Store