Epson TM Print Assistant vs PrinterA
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Epson TM Print Assistant
This app enables printing from iOS devices to compatible Epson receipt printers. It converts data formats like XML or PDF into printer commands for various connection types.
- Print from iPad, iPhone, iPod touch
- Supports XML and PDF data formats
- Connects via Bluetooth, network, USB, BLE
- Converts data to printer commands
- Compatible with numerous Epson TM printers
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Epson TM Print Assistant allows for printing from iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch to an Epson receipt printer. This application converts print data in the XML or PDF format created with a Web application or native application (e.g., FileMaker) into printer control commands and sends them to a printer connected via Bluetooth, network, USB or Bluetooth Low Energy. For details on using Epson TM Print Assistant, refer to the sample manual that can be downloaded from the following URL: https://download.epson-biz.com/?content=utl_tmpa Supported printers -TM-L100 -TM-m10 -TM-m30 -TM-m30II Series -TM-m30III Series -TM-m50 -TM-m50II Series -TM-P20 -TM-P20II -TM-P60II -TM-P80 -TM-P80II -TM-T20II -TM-T20III -TM-T20IV -TM-T20IV-SP -TM-T88V -TM-T88VI -TM-T88VII Supported interfaces -Bluetooth -Wireless LAN -USB -Bluetooth Low Energy [App Permissions] The following permissions are required to provide the service. [Required] Location To identify and connect to the printer in use. [Optional] Local Network To communicate with the printer in use. [Optional] Bluetooth To communicate with the printer in use. * You can use the app even if you do not agree to optional permissions. * However, some features may not function properly without optional permissions.
PrinterA
This application enables printing to ESC/POS thermal printers via a Bluetooth connection. It offers a straightforward way to send print jobs wirelessly. The app is available for free.
- Bluetooth printing
- ESC/POS thermal printer support
- Wireless printing
- Mobile printing solution
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Print to ESC/POS thermal printer through bluetooth connection. CS contact: cs@logistara.com Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy policy: https://logistara.com/privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: PrinterA at 100% against Epson TM Print Assistant's 25%. PrinterA also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 4 months). Epson TM Print Assistant's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. PrinterA sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Epson TM Print Assistant asks for nothing beyond the download.
Epson TM Print Assistant ships an update every 4 months, PrinterA every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Epson TM Print Assistant | PrinterA |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.5 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Seiko Epson Corporation | Sukianto Sukianto |
Customer experience
Epson TM Print Assistant
PrinterA
In-app purchases
Epson TM Print Assistant
No in-app purchases
PrinterA
- Monthly$0.991 Month
- Quarterly$1.993 Months
- Annualy Subscription$9.991 Year
- Once Payment$24.99
Questions
Is Epson TM Print Assistant free?
Is PrinterA free?
Do Epson TM Print Assistant or PrinterA have ads?
Which is updated more often, Epson TM Print Assistant or PrinterA?
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