Comparison

PDF Size Compressor vs Smart Printer App

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

Head to head
About

PDF Size Compressor

Reduce the size of PDF files while maintaining good quality. This app helps save storage space, speed up uploads and downloads, and keep email attachments within limits. It offers multiple compression options, including converting to grayscale.

Highlights
  • Compress PDF files
  • Reduce file size
  • Maintain good quality
  • Email PDFs easily
  • Faster uploads/downloads
  • Convert to grayscale
  • Save disk storage
Features
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Compress PDF and reduce its size by maintaining good quality. For example : If there is a PDF file of size 15 MB, the application could compress it to a size of 5 MB. The application is also very useful for compressing PDF files with scanned pages, graphics and photos. Compressed PDF documents require less disk space for storage and facilitate faster uploads and downloads which saves transmission time, internet data and cost. This application gives you access to many compression options to help you to reduce PDF file size without compromising the document's quality. Key Features: -> Email PDFs easily Compress the PDF file before you email it. In this way, the email will not only be delivered faster but also will be be quicker to open at the receiver's end. The email providers have a file size limit of 20MB, so compressing PDFs will also help to keep the attachment size within limits. -> Download and upload the PDF files easily Compress and use a smaller version of the PDF files with good quality. In this way, the PDF files will load more quickly on your website and it will also download quickly on the visitor's devices. -> Great Quality of PDF Compress your PDF files using multiple compression options to get a combination of prefect quality and file size which is great for uploading files to the web, sharing with the other applications and sending it through email on mobile phones. -> Compress even more by changing the PDF contents to Grayscale : The PDF could also be converted to Grayscale along with the compression. Changing the colour of images and contents of the PDF to grayscale helps in further reducing the file size of the PDF. -> Save disk storage space The compressed PDF files also save storage space on the phone which could help in storing more other files to the device. -> Quick and efficient The application is quick to compress PDF files and produces accurate results. Note : Some PDF documents might not get compressed. This could happen when the PDF is already optimized to maximum extent or there are no compressable items in the PDF file.

About

Smart Printer App

Features
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Print, scan, and manage your documents and photos directly from your iPhone or iPad with Smart Printer App. Connect to supported wireless printers and turn your mobile device into a convenient printing and scanning tool for everyday tasks. PRINT FROM YOUR PHONE Print documents, photos, PDFs, and other files directly from your iPhone or iPad. Whether you need a quick copy of an important document or want to print your favorite photos, Smart Printer App makes mobile printing simple. • Print photos and documents • Print PDF and supported file formats • Select the number of copies • Choose page ranges • Adjust paper size and orientation • Choose color or black & white printing • Print files stored on your device SCAN DOCUMENTS & PHOTOS Use your device camera to scan documents, receipts, notes, and photos. Create digital copies of important paperwork and prepare scanned files for printing, saving, or sharing. • Scan documents with your camera • Scan multiple pages • Create digital document files • Save and share scanned documents • Scan and print documents when needed EDIT BEFORE YOU PRINT Make quick adjustments before sending your files to the printer. Prepare documents and photos so they are ready for printing directly from your mobile device. • Crop and adjust images • Edit photos before printing • Organize and prepare documents • Make files print-ready in just a few steps PDF & DOCUMENT TOOLS Keep your everyday documents organized and ready to print. Work with PDFs, images, and other supported files from one convenient place. • Open and manage supported files • Work with PDF documents • Convert supported content into printable files • Prepare files for printing or sharing PRINT PHOTOS WITH EASE Turn photos from your device into physical prints whenever you need them. Select your images, make adjustments, choose your print settings, and send them to your supported printer. WORKS WITH POPULAR PRINTER BRANDS Smart Printer App supports compatible wireless printers from popular manufacturers, including: • HP • Canon • Epson • Brother Compatibility may vary depending on your printer model and connection method. EASY WIRELESS PRINTING Connect your iPhone or iPad and compatible printer to the same wireless network, select your file, customize your print settings, and start printing. Whether you're printing documents for work, school, forms, receipts, or photos for personal use, Smart Printer App keeps your essential printing and scanning tools close at hand. ONE APP FOR YOUR EVERYDAY PRINTING NEEDS No need to switch between multiple apps for common printing and scanning tasks. Smart Printer App brings printing, scanning, document preparation, and photo tools together in one convenient mobile experience. From quick document printing to scanning paperwork and preparing photos, Smart Printer App helps you handle everyday tasks wherever you are. DISCLAIMER Smart Printer App is an independent software application and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with HP, Canon, Epson, Brother, or any other printer manufacturer. Brand names are used solely to identify compatible products. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION Premium features may require a subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal in your Apple ID account settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/smartprinterprivacypolicy/home Term Of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

PDF Size Compressor4 screens
Smart Printer App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Smart Printer App at Free against PDF Size Compressor's $3.99. Smart Printer App also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 23 months). PDF Size Compressor's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Smart Printer App is free to download; PDF Size Compressor costs $3.99 up front. Smart Printer App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. PDF Size Compressor asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PDF Size Compressor ships an update every 23 months, Smart Printer App every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
PDF Size Compressor versus Smart Printer App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPDF Size CompressorSmart Printer App
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 23 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB87 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNikhil AnshumanAwan Junction

In-app purchases

None

PDF Size Compressor

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Smart Printer App

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Monthly Plan$5.991 Month

Questions

Is PDF Size Compressor free?
PDF Size Compressor costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Smart Printer App free?
Smart Printer App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PDF Size Compressor or Smart Printer App have ads?
Neither PDF Size Compressor nor Smart Printer App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PDF Size Compressor or Smart Printer App?
PDF Size Compressor ships an update every 23 months, and Smart Printer App every 3 weeks. Most recently, PDF Size Compressor was updated on October 8, 2026 and Smart Printer App on October 1, 2026.

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