Josh H.
JH
Josh H.
Co-Founder & CEO
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"User friendly and gets the job done"
3.5/5
What do you like best about Celtx?

I like how much easier it is to simply write the script than other tools. Instead of trying to learn how to figure out how to use it, it's just dead simple. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Celtx?

I dislike their "shot list" interface and options. The options given to describe the shot is very limited. For highly experienced people it might be fine (maybe), but if you don't have every shot and angle memorized, good luck. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Marketing and Advertising
UM
Verified User in Marketing and Advertising
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"A Great Resource for Screenwriting"
5/5
What do you like best about Celtx?

Celtx is incredibly straightforward and easy to use. It makes the screenwriting process much simpler when you don't have to manually format the script as opposed to a normal documentation program. I also love how because it is free, it is easily accessible to anyone looking to get into screenwriting, no matter the budget. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Celtx?

There isn't a whole lot I dislike about this product. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Religious Institutions
UR
Verified User in Religious Institutions
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Great free screenwriting service"
5/5
What do you like best about Celtx?

I love that I can use celtx anywhere for free! The online-based software is great, as a writer who uses multiple computers. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Celtx?

Every once in a while the formatting doesn't work quite right, and I'll have to delete my work and start over. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Samuel L.
SL
Samuel L.
Director Of Marketing & Partnerships
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Use Celtx for all cloud-based screenwriting software"
5/5
What do you like best about Celtx?

I used Celtx for years as the downloadable plug-in for my Mac for all of my screenplays. It's easy to use, has an in-depth experience, and is perfect for television, film, and for stageplays. You can also outline, title, and take notes inside of Celtx. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Celtx?

I'm not as thrilled now that the newest editions of Celtx are only available as cloud-based software. If no internet connection exists or if something happens to their cloud database, I don't want my work jeopardized. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Tiffany R.
TR
Tiffany R.
Promotional Photographer
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"I love this for screenwriting, and collaborative writing!"
4/5
What do you like best about Celtx?

I love that it's easy for me to format my scripts just by using tabs - I did some quick research on what part of a script needs, and later that day I was able to use Celtx to implement what I used and properly format my scripts. I remember years ago seeing a friend's script, that she hand formatted in Office's Word - which ruins the writing flow. I've been able to write and see my script writing skills improve, as I've been able to focus on story and characters instead of complex formatting. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Celtx?

I dislike how hard it (was) to find the free option. According to friends (who have tried to get new accounts) - there are only pay options.

I also dislike that I can't write live with my friends, like how one can do in a google document. I think this functionality would make script writing with friends much more fun, much easier, and help with collaboration. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Eric G.
EG
Eric G.
Content Curator
Computer Games
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"I've written several scripts on Celtx and have shared them with friends and family"
4.5/5
What do you like best about Celtx?

Automatic formatting for script writing, makes it easy to have a professionally looking script ready. The share and annotation functions are great, too, allowing other collaborators to write little notes on the script or just being able to share it with those collaborators online is a huge boon. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Celtx?

The paid subscription offers can be a little intrusive for something that really should be completely free, they don't offer anything of value enough to justify the end-price. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Santiago Elías R.
SR
Santiago Elías R.
Ilustrador y animador independiente
Animation
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"My favorite script writing software"
5/5
What do you like best about Celtx?

It's a free software that cover all my needs as a scriptwriter for both short and feature films. It makes it extremely easy to go from one scene to another and add new scenes in the middle without messing up the scene numbers. It also saves every scene heading so I can use them again in a new scene, which saves a lot of time. The software offers different formats for film or theatre scripts, storyboards and even the planning of comic books. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Celtx?

The storyboard format offered by the software could be a lot more complete. You only have one section for the description of each shot and can only add one image and one sketch. It would also be good if you could export your scripts as .DOC files and not only as .PDF files. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Staffing and Recruiting
US
Verified User in Staffing and Recruiting
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Great for new and experienced writers on a budget"
4/5
What do you like best about Celtx?

It's simple, clean, and effective software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Celtx?

The free version is useful, but limited. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sam W.
SW
Sam W.
Owner
Media Production
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"My first pick script writing tool."
5/5
What do you like best about Celtx?

The ease of use and the interface. It's very simple for those who don't need a lot of tool (it's minimal) but it doesn't lack in power. It can do just about anything I have ever seen in other tools. I'm not a huge screenwriter but I do write scripts for productions and for work. This has been my go to tool for years. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Celtx?

They have a paid subscription but also want to charge for the mac app. I have an older free version and do not want to pay to download the mac app especially if I'm paying for the online subscription. I just use the mobile app and the online tool. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Motion Pictures and Film
GM
Verified User in Motion Pictures and Film
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Great and easy scriptwriting software!"
5/5
What do you like best about Celtx?

I like the simplicity and the ease of use, as well as the script sharing abilities. It made it very easy to share drafts with various writers. Making PDFs and printable versions is very easy as well. It's also very easy for someone who has never used scriptwriting software to pick it up and start writing, which is key. The templates are very helpful. Also, the keyboard shortcuts and use of the tab button really streamline the process. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Celtx?

I've had problems in the past with the cloud, but that may have been fixed by now. In addition, I've had issues converting documents and trying to export as certain file types that are readable by other programs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.