Padcaster Parrot Teleprompter
Padcaster's Parrot is an enthusiast-tier, ultra-light teleprompter that runs off your phone and clears lenses up to 82mm — built for travel and run-and-gun creators who want prompter capability without bulk. It's a focused, portable design rather than a studio fixture. Ideal for smartphone-on-DSLR setups and minimal kits; less suited to those wanting a large dedicated prompter screen.
Scores
BreakdownHideOverall68±6Caliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions; excluded here: compatibility (no ecosystem dimension).
Scores
BreakdownHideCaliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions; excluded here: compatibility (no ecosystem dimension).
The ± band on the overall score reflects sourcing confidence — wider when fewer specs are verified.
How each score is computed: our scoring methodology.
Specifications
| Spec | Value | Verification |
|---|---|---|
| screen source | phoneFlagged | Flagged |
| max lens diameter (mm) | 82Sourced | Sourced |
1/2 detail specs sourced · 1 flagged for verification. Amber rows are flagged for verification — we show them as reported, not confirmed.
Verdict
Best for
- Travel/run-and-gun creators
- Smartphone-on-DSLR
- Ultra-lightweight kits
Who should skip this
- Long studio reads — the phone screen is small for lengthy scripts at a comfortable text size
- Lenses over 82mm — the max lens diameter won't clear larger cine front elements
Where to buy
List price $99
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Compatibility
No platform-specific compatibility requirements — this works in any standard photo / video setup.
Upgrade path
A solid enthusiast pick that carries into higher-tier setups as your needs grow.