Our picks
Ulanzi RT02
Best for your phone. Light and folding, phones up to 6".
NEEWER X12B
Best for a tablet and camera. 12" glass, aluminium, no assembly.
Elgato Prompter
Best at a desk. Its own 9" screen, run from your computer.
Compared
| Ulanzi RT02 | NEEWER X12B | Elgato Prompter | |
|---|---|---|---|
| The script shows on | Your phone, up to 6" | Your tablet, up to 11" | Its own 9" screen |
| Film with | Camera, phone or webcam | Camera, lenses from 28 mm | Webcam or camera |
| Needs a computer | No | No | Yes |
| Folds for travel | Yes | Yes, with a case | No |
| Weight | 465 g | 1,664 g | 690 g |
Comparisons and buying guides
Ulanzi RT02 vs NEEWER X12B
The phone teleprompter against the 12-inch tablet one: which should you buy?
Best teleprompter for iPhone and iPad
What fits an iPhone or an iPad, and how to film with one device or two.
Teleprompter app or hardware?
When an app on its own is enough, and when glass in front of the lens is worth buying.
DIY teleprompter or buy one?
What building your own really takes, and why a ready-made one costs about the same.
How to choose
- You film with your phone, or travel light: the Ulanzi RT02.
- You film with a camera and want big text: the NEEWER X12B with a tablet.
- You record at your computer, or want to look at people on calls: the Elgato Prompter.
Whichever you choose, you need an app that mirrors the text. EasyPrompter does it for free in the browser and in the iPhone, iPad and Mac apps. New to teleprompters? Start with how to use a teleprompter naturally.
About our reviews and guides: they bring together the makers' specifications and independent video and written reviews, checked on 20 October 2026. We haven't tested these products ourselves.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best teleprompter for a phone?
The Ulanzi RT02: light, folding and affordable, for phones up to 6 inches.
What is the best teleprompter for an iPad?
The NEEWER X12B takes tablets up to 11 inches, such as an iPad Air or an 11-inch iPad Pro.
Do I need a special app?
You need an app that mirrors the text for the glass. EasyPrompter does it for free.