Comparison

Epson Smart Panel vs Sony | Creators' App

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Epson Smart Panel

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
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Visit the website below to find products which are supported by this app. When using a printer or scanner that’s not listed on the website, please use instead Epson iPrint for printers or Document Scan for scanners. Epson Smart Panel will not be able to find or connect to your product unless it’s on the website’s list of supported products. https://support.epson.net/appinfo/smartpanel/guide/en/ High performance, easy-to-use mobile command center for your Epson wireless printer or scanner1. Easily set up, monitor and operate your Epson product from the convenience of your mobile device with this powerful new tool. - Easily set up your Epson product on your Wi-Fi - Innovative action tiles make your Epson Product simple and quick to use - Fits like a glove -- auto configuration and customization tailors the experience - Receive the support you need - register, get supplies, or find help all in one convenient place - One interface for your Epson Printers and Scanners -- auto configuration tailors the app's functions to your device. 1. Requires Epson Smart Panel app download and a compatible smart device. Data usage fees may apply. For more information please visit www.epson.com for support.

About

Sony | Creators' App

Access a cloud platform for creators to manage and edit photos and videos from Sony cameras. Transfer files, remotely control your camera, and access inspiration content anytime, anywhere.

Highlights
  • Remote camera operation
  • Photo and video transfer
  • Cloud storage and management
  • Video editing with AI
  • Camera settings backup
  • Software updates
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■ Please refer to the "Support Page" for the connection process and list of supported models. https://www.sony.net/ca/help/camera/ ■For app/service availability of countries and regions, please check here. https://creatorscloud.sony.net/catalog/servicearea.html This application allows anytime, anywhere smartphone access to the Creators' Cloud, a platform that provides powerful support for creators from shooting to production with Sony's camera technology and cloud AI. By connecting this application to your camera, you can easily operate convenient functions such as photo and video transfer from your smartphone. ■ Anytime access to Creators' Cloud Experience the various functions offered by Creators' Cloud, including file storage and management in cloud storage, a wide range of services and applications including video editing services using cloud AI, and access to articles and content that will serve as a source of inspiration. You can experience a variety of functions provided by Creators' Cloud. ■ Extend the shooting experience and manage shooting files more easily You can transfer and save photos and videos you have already taken, and use your smartphone as a remote control for the camera for remote shooting. In addition, the smartphone can be used to check the camera's battery and media information, set the date, time, and camera name, and easily update the camera's software. - Easy transfer of photos and videos taken anytime, anywhere Photos and videos taken can be transferred to cloud storage or a smartphone for centralized management. Data transfer can be performed while shooting or while the camera is turned off or charging. The camera also supports a variety of user shooting styles, such as transferring only those photos and videos that have been rated or marked as shots in advance. - Operate the camera from your smartphone By connecting the camera to a smartphone, the smartphone can be used as a remote control for the camera. This allows you to take pictures from a distance, such as group photos, or take pictures of night scenes without causing vibrations to the camera. In addition, you can easily check the camera's battery and media information, and set the date, time, and camera name from your smartphone. - Save camera settings and reflect changes Camera settings that change with each shooting scene can be saved to the smartphone and reflected in the camera. The ability to save settings for multiple cameras greatly streamlines setting changes during shooting. - Important announcements and software updates are also available from your smartphone. Important notifications such as software updates can be checked, and updates to the camera itself can be easily performed from a smartphone. ■ Operating environment: iOS18.7-26.6 ■ Remarks - This application is not guaranteed to work on all smartphones and tablets. ■ Terms of use https://creatorscloud.sony.net/locales_termsofuse_cc.html ■ Privacy policy https://creatorscloud.sony.net/locales_privacypolicy_cc.html

Screenshots

Epson Smart Panel3 screens
Sony | Creators' App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Epson Smart Panel at 4.7 against Sony | Creators' App's 3.9. Epson Smart Panel also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Sony | Creators' App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Epson Smart Panel asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Epson Smart Panel holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Epson Smart Panel has 388K ratings behind it against 2.3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of Epson Smart Panel's written reviews are positive against 22% of Sony | Creators' App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 16, 2026.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Epson Smart Panel versus Sony | Creators' App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEpson Smart PanelSony | Creators' App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (388K ratings) — better3.9 (2.3K ratings)
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews — better22.0% of reviews
Number of ratings388K — better2.3K
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 6 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#35 — better#158
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.7
Further details — not scored
Size166 MB276 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSeiko Epson CorporationSony Corporation

Customer experience

Epson Smart Panel

All ratings388,267 ratings
Positive92.8%
Neutral2.3%
Negative4.9%
Written reviews2,681 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral6.5%
Negative50.5%

Sony | Creators' App

All ratings2,345 ratings
Positive69.9%
Neutral3.6%
Negative26.5%
Written reviews681 reviews
Positive22.0%
Neutral10.3%
Negative67.7%

User reviews

Epson Smart Panel

From 388K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

Sony | Creators' App

From 2.3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and easy photo transfers
  • 👍 Useful remote camera control features
  • 🤳 Convenient for self-portraits and practice

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Unreliable connectivity and frequent disconnections
  • 🔒 Overly aggressive demands for full photo library access
  • 🤯 Confusing and unintuitive user experience
  • 🤖 Buggy and crash-prone app

Bugs and requests

Epson Smart Panel

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

5 requests
  • 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

Sony | Creators' App

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Cannot connect to certain camera models
  • Timestamps on imported photos are incorrect
  • Frequent login issues and server errors

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add swipe gestures for photo browsing
  • Allow selective photo access, not full library
  • Improve GPS location tagging reliability
  • Provide a dark mode option

In-app purchases

None

Epson Smart Panel

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Sony | Creators' App

Subscriptions2
  • 100 GB$4.991 Month
  • 500 GB$9.991 Month

Questions

Is Epson Smart Panel free?
Epson Smart Panel is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sony | Creators' App free?
Sony | Creators' App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Epson Smart Panel or Sony | Creators' App?
Epson Smart Panel is rated higher. Epson Smart Panel averages 4.7 out of 5 from 388K ratings, while Sony | Creators' App averages 3.9 from 2.3K ratings.
Do Epson Smart Panel or Sony | Creators' App have ads?
Sony | Creators' App shows ads; Epson Smart Panel does not.
Which is updated more often, Epson Smart Panel or Sony | Creators' App?
Epson Smart Panel ships an update every 6 weeks, and Sony | Creators' App every 6 weeks. Most recently, Epson Smart Panel was updated on October 16, 2026 and Sony | Creators' App on October 16, 2026.
Which is more popular, Epson Smart Panel or Sony | Creators' App?
Epson Smart Panel currently peaks at #35 in the App Store charts, and Sony | Creators' App at #158. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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