# SELPHY Photo Layout vs Epson Smart Panel

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Epson Smart Panel at 404K against SELPHY Photo Layout's 23K. Epson Smart Panel also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 4 months) and chart position (#31 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for SELPHY Photo Layout against 4.7 for Epson Smart Panel. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Epson Smart Panel has 404K ratings behind it against 23K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 37% of SELPHY Photo Layout's written reviews are positive against 43% of Epson Smart Panel's.

SELPHY Photo Layout ships an update every 4 months, Epson Smart Panel every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | SELPHY Photo Layout | Epson Smart Panel |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/selphy-photo-layout/id1349015402/reviews)** | [4.7 (404K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/epson-smart-panel/id1477796092/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 23K | **404K** |
| Positive reviews | 36.5% of reviews | **43.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | — | **#31** |
| Size | 91 MB | 166 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Canon Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/331269954) | [Seiko Epson Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/326876195) |

## What reviewers say

### SELPHY Photo Layout

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/selphy-photo-layout/id1349015402)

Create and save custom photo layouts for printing with compatible devices. Decorate images with stamps and text, arrange multiple photos in collages, or print ID photos. Supports various paper sizes and printing functions for personalized photo output.

**Highlights:** Create and save custom photo layouts, Wireless printing with SELPHY printers, Decorate and arrange photos in collages, Print ID photos, Shuffle and custom size printing, Add stamps, text, and QR codes

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app overall
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🚀 Prints high-quality photos
- 🚀 Convenient for printing on the go
- 👍 Love the machine

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App freezes and crashes frequently
- 🐛 Connectivity issues with newer devices
- 🐛 Buggy after recent updates
- 🐛 Slow performance and loading times
- 🐛 Difficult to use and navigate

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes and crashes
- Connectivity issues with newer devices
- Unable to select or load photos
- Inconsistent border sizes
- Printing issues after recent updates

**Requested features**

- More layout and customization options
- Ability to resize and reposition photos in layouts
- Bring back N-up printing feature
- Add more fonts, stickers, and overcoat options
- Support for horizontal display on iPad


### Epson Smart Panel

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/epson-smart-panel/id1477796092)

**Currently charting:** #31 Top Free · Photo & Video (US App Store)

This app acts as a mobile command center for compatible Epson wireless printers and scanners. It allows for easy setup, monitoring, and operation of your Epson devices directly from your smartphone or tablet. Enjoy a customized and intuitive user experience with innovative action tiles and auto-configuration.

**Highlights:** Easy Wi-Fi setup for Epson products, Innovative action tiles for quick use, Auto-configuration and customization, Centralized support and supply ordering, Unified interface for printers and scanners

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Quick setup
- 💡 Convenient wireless printing
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Fast printing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Unreliable app performance
- 🐛 Printer not detected by app
- 🐛 Printing issues
- 🐛 Complicated setup

**Reported bugs**

- App unable to connect to printer
- Printing quality issues
- Inconsistent app behavior
- Printer not detected by app
- Compatibility problems with iOS

**Requested features**

- Option to print actual size/100%
- Ability to choose specific pages to print
- Improved integration with other apps/devices
- More customization options for printing
- Better documentation and support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SELPHY Photo Layout free?

SELPHY Photo Layout is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Epson Smart Panel free?

Epson Smart Panel is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SELPHY Photo Layout or Epson Smart Panel?

SELPHY Photo Layout is rated higher. SELPHY Photo Layout averages 4.7 out of 5 from 23K ratings, while Epson Smart Panel averages 4.7 from 404K ratings.

### Do SELPHY Photo Layout or Epson Smart Panel have ads?

Neither SELPHY Photo Layout nor Epson Smart Panel shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SELPHY Photo Layout or Epson Smart Panel?

SELPHY Photo Layout ships an update every 4 months, and Epson Smart Panel every 6 weeks. Most recently, SELPHY Photo Layout was updated on November 1, 2026 and Epson Smart Panel on November 1, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*