Checkrun vs CheckMaker
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!
CheckMaker
Easily write and print bank-ready checks directly from your iPhone. This app offers smart templates, automatic amount-to-words conversion, and a digital checkbook register for tracking payments. It provides insights into spending patterns and supports bulk operations for efficient financial management.
- Write and print real checks
- Smart templates for frequent payees
- Auto-convert amounts to words
- Advanced search and filtering
- Bulk operations and export
- Analytics dashboard with spending insights
- Digital checkbook register
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CheckMaker: The Ultimate Check Writer & Digital Checkbook Write and print professional, bank-ready checks instantly from your iPhone. No banking login required — your financial information stays completely private and secure on your device. Perfect for business owners, freelancers, and anyone who needs reliable check printing without the hassle of ordering expensive bank checks. INSTANT CHECK CREATION WITH SMART TEMPLATES Create checks in seconds with our guided form and automatic amount-to-words conversion. Save frequently used payees as templates for one-tap check creation. Simply enter payee, amount, and memo — we handle the rest. REAL BANK CHECKS Print authentic checks using AirPrint or export to PDF. Supports blank check stock with proper MICR formatting that banks accept without question. ADVANCED DIGITAL CHECKBOOK REGISTER Track all your payments with our comprehensive digital checkbook register. Smart search across payee names, amounts, and memos. Advanced filtering by date range, amount, and check status. Never lose track of your finances again. POWERFUL ANALYTICS & INSIGHTS Get detailed insights into your spending with our new analytics dashboard. View monthly trends, top payees, check statistics, and personalized financial insights to better understand your payment patterns. BULK OPERATIONS & EXPORT Select multiple checks for bulk actions — void, export, or delete several checks at once. Export your data to CSV or JSON formats with flexible filtering options. Create complete backups for peace of mind. BUSINESS & PERSONAL USE Whether paying rent, contractor payments, gifts, or business expenses — CheckMaker handles all your check writing needs professionally with enterprise-grade features. KEY FEATURES: - Write & print real checks from your phone - Smart templates for frequent payees - Auto-convert amounts to words (no math errors) - Advanced search and filtering - Bulk operations and multi-format export - Analytics dashboard with spending insights - Digital checkbook register with smart search - PIN protection for security - Works completely offline — no internet required - Compatible with standard check paper - Photo attachments for receipts (coming soon) PRO UPGRADE (One-time purchase): - Unlimited check printing - Add your signature & company logo - Custom check layouts - Multiple account support - Advanced export options - Priority customer support PERFORMANCE & RELIABILITY: Completely redesigned for speed and reliability. Enhanced offline support, intelligent caching, and seamless sync when connected. Enterprise-grade error handling ensures your data is always safe. PRINTER COMPATIBILITY: Works with virtually all home printers via AirPrint. Compatible with standard 8.5" x 11" blank check stock available at office supply stores. Save money on bank fees and expensive pre-printed checks. Join thousands of users who've upgraded to CheckMaker v2.0 — the most powerful check writing app ever created! Privacy Policy: https://checkwriterapp.com/privacy Terms: https://checkwriterapp.com/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: CheckMaker at 5.0 against Checkrun's 4.3. Checkrun's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (6 vs 1). On price, update cadence, 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. CheckMaker sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Checkrun asks for nothing beyond the download.
CheckMaker holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Checkrun has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Checkrun ships an update every 2 months, CheckMaker every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Checkrun | CheckMaker |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (6 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 3 months |
| 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 | 8.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 67 MB | 43 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | AP TECHNOLOGY, LLC | Appgen LTD |
In-app purchases
Checkrun
No in-app purchases
CheckMaker
- Pro Plan$4.99







