Checkrun vs Print Checks Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Checkrun
This app modernizes business check payments for QuickBooks Online users. It allows for remote review, approval, and signing of checks, with robust security features and optional print and mail services.
- Approve and sign checks remotely
- Biometric verification security
- Secure check printing
- Customizable workflows and notifications
- Integrated Positive Pay Library
- Same-day print and mail service
- Seamless QuickBooks Online integration
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* * * This companion application requires a valid QuickBooks® Online membership and an active Checkrun Cloud membership. * * * Checkrun™ is a cloud-based payment management system for small and mid-sized businesses looking to modernize and secure check payments for QuickBooks® Online users. Checkrun’s Mobile Approval App is designed to simplify the payment approval process and eliminate the inconvenience of tracking down signatures, giving you the freedom to review, approve, sign checks anytime from anywhere. Checkrun™ features: • Checkrun™ Mobile App - approve and sign checks anytime, anywhere. • Biometric Verification Security • Low cost, secure printing – configured to print on pre-prints or blank check stock • Checkrun™ prints checks directly from your bank account- no prefunding required • Customizable workflows and notifications by user role • Industry-leading Security features like: - Integrated Positive Pay Library with auto-formatting - Secure QR Code – Scan for check remittance detail - Security font, MicroPRINT, and more • Same-Day Print and Mail Service • Seamlessly integrated with QuickBooks® Online • Set up is easy – you’ll be up and running in minutes Checkrun delivers local printing solutions for your business checks and works with blank check stock or pre-prints. If you want to skip printing all together, try our same-day print and mail services. When the Print and Mail option is selected, approved checks are printed and mailed by us for tassle-free, touch-free solution. Powered by AP Technology’s proprietary payment platform, Checkrun™ incorporates the same technology trusted by the nation’s leading financial institutions to securely process more $Billions in payments annually. Secure, convenient, and best of all, Checkrun is MOBILE! Try Checkrun with our 15-Day Risk-Free Trial!
Print Checks Pro
Manage your checkbook and print physical checks directly from your iPhone or iPad. This advanced version offers features for home users and small businesses, including multiple accounts, custom logos, and data export.
- Print checks and deposit slips
- Manage multiple accounts
- Add custom logos and signatures
- Export data to CSV
- Bulk printing options
- iCloud database backup
- Face/Touch ID login
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The Print Checks series of apps is the only iPhone/iPad app that allows you to manage your checkbook and print real checks right from your iPhone or iPad! This PRO version is our advanced app targeted for the advanced home user or small business owner who needs the advanced features such as: - Multiple accounts (unlimited). - Use blank check stock or Quicken compatible pre-printed business / personal size checks. - *NEW* Use the same personal checks that your bank gives you. (Requires a check caddy). - Add your business logo, bank logo and signature images to your checks and deposit slips. - Automatically print a second copy of a business check for your records (labeled as COPY). - Export the registry into an Excel CSV file for custom reporting using standard spreadsheet programs. - Bulk print blank checks or deposit slips to fill in later. (make your own blank checks) - Convert previous versions of the app. - Backups are compatible between versions. Backup your Lite version database to iCloud and you can restore it to this one. - Try it for free. Checks and deposit slips are marked as VOID in the unpaid version but otherwise fully functional. See the actual example checks and deposit slips in the pictures, these were printed on blank check stock/ blank deposit slips. In addition to the above advanced features, other functionality include: -- Universal app, works on all your devices (and you can share the same database) -- New "Standard" personal check format, just like you get from a bank. --.Print Deposit Slips on blank paper/deposit slip stock. -- Integrated store for all your supply needs. -- Face/Touch ID login. -- iCloud Database Backup. -- Reporting/Graphs. -- Categories implemented and allowing split transactions. -- Starting check number override for pre-printed checks -- Convert original Print Checks backup file to the Pro format so you don't lose previous data. -- Backup files are shared across your devices. -- Does NOT require special magnetic ink, works with standard ink-jet ink. -- Super simple to use. -- Works with any AirPrint compatible Inkjet or Laser printer. -- Select payee from your contacts. -- Save common transactions as "Favorites" for quick recall. -- Printed checks align perfectly with 2 window envelopes to simplify the mailing of checks for your home or business. -- Supports 3 per page check paper, as well as single check paper (3/page recommended as you can just insert unused checks in the printer). -- Supports personal and business size check stock. -- Backups are compatible between versions. Backup your database to iCloud and you can restore it to this version.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Checkrun at 100% against Print Checks Pro's 22%. Checkrun also leads on rating (4.3 vs 2.2) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Print Checks Pro's advantage is ratings volume (23 vs 6). On price, ads, monetization model 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. Print Checks Pro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Checkrun asks for nothing beyond the download.
Checkrun holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 23 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Checkrun's written reviews are positive against 22% of Print Checks Pro's.
Checkrun ships an update every 2 months, Print Checks Pro every 48 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Checkrun | Print Checks Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (6 ratings) — better | 2.2 (23 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 22.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 6 | 23 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 48 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 67 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | AP TECHNOLOGY, LLC | Print Checks Inc |
Customer experience
Checkrun
Print Checks Pro
In-app purchases
Checkrun
No in-app purchases
Print Checks Pro
- Print Check Pro Purchase$29.99
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