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FilmBase vs Slatefox
Both stand on film production scheduling software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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FilmBase brings core film-production planning and reporting into one desktop application. Its offline operation, local data storage, and production-focused imports may suit teams that prefer computer-based workflows.
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Slatefox combines script breakdown, scheduling, call sheets, and continuity tools for production planning. The Free plan is listed as free, with paid monthly plans for script breakdown and multiple productions.
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| FilmBase | Slatefox | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | Not published |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac, Windows | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Yearly: $349 a year | Indie: €19 a month |
| Plans published | 2 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | filmbase.io | slatefox.net |
| On film production scheduling software | #18 of 24 | #22 of 24 |
FilmBase: what it does well
- Schedule optimizer handles production constraints
- Imports Movie Magic XML and Excel budgets
- AI tags script elements locally
- Exports call sheets as PDFs
- Works offline after installation
What to know first
- No free plan
- Runs only on macOS and Windows
- Subscriptions do not transfer between stores
- Internet required for installation and subscription confirmation
Slatefox: what it does well
- Parses scripts into scenes and characters.
- AI parser produces scenes, cast, and breakdowns in one pass.
- Generates PDF call sheets and day-out-of-days reports.
- Offline use is supported, and no account is required.
- Cloud sync carries productions across devices.
What to know first
- Indie costs €19 a month.
- Studio costs €59 a month.
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