# OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper vs Shift Log+

The clearest difference is ratings volume: OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper at 1.3K against Shift Log+'s 7. Shift Log+'s advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Shift Log+ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper against 5.0 for Shift Log+. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper has 1.3K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 93% of OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper's written reviews are positive against 100% of Shift Log+'s.

OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper ships an update every 10 days, Shift Log+ fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper | Shift Log+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/octoapp-for-octoprintklipper/id1658133862/reviews) | **[5.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shift-log-plus-work-hours-tracker/id6762496357/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.3K** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | 92.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 249 MB | 78 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Erhard Christian Wurthner](https://appshunter.io/developer/1658133864) | [F1v3 Group LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1891691600) |

## What reviewers say

### OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/octoapp-for-octoprintklipper/id1658133862)

Control and monitor your 3D printers remotely from your iOS device. Prepare prints, manage files, and tune settings in real-time with a streamlined interface. Supports OctoPrint, Klipper, and various printer brands.

**Highlights:** Remote printer control, Print preparation, File management, Webcam support, Notifications, Gcode viewer, Plugin support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Support for 1 month | $0.99 | per month |
| Support for 1 year | $6.99 | per year |
| All features (Transfer) | Free | one-time |
| Tip the developer | $1.99 | one-time |
| All features | $11.99 | one-time |
| All features | $12.99 | one-time |
| All features | $14.99 | one-time |
| All features | $17.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent remote monitoring and control
- 👍 Seamless integration with OctoPrint and plugins
- 💡 Customizable and flexible UI
- 🔒 Secure remote access with OctoEverywhere
- ⭐ Exceptional customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
- 🔌 Unreliable remote access at times

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect notifications for print progress
- Compatibility issues with some printer models

**Requested features**

- Add support for Klipper-based printer firmwares
- Implement iOS widgets for quick status checks
- Improve camera rotation options


### Shift Log+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shift-log-plus-work-hours-tracker/id6762496357)

This app helps hourly workers accurately track their shifts, calculate overtime, and forecast earnings. It provides detailed reports on gross, deductions, and net pay, with customizable themes and data export options.

**Highlights:** Track worked and scheduled shifts, Automatic overtime calculations, Forecast upcoming earnings, Detailed earnings reports, Customizable themes, Export and import support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Shift Log+ Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Shift Log+ Annual | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper free?

OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Shift Log+ free?

Shift Log+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper or Shift Log+?

Shift Log+ is rated higher. OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper averages 4.9 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while Shift Log+ averages 5.0 from 7 ratings.

### Do OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper or Shift Log+ have ads?

Neither OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper nor Shift Log+ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper or Shift Log+?

OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper ships an update every 10 days, and Shift Log+ fortnightly. Most recently, OctoApp for OctoPrint/Klipper was updated on October 27, 2026 and Shift Log+ on October 28, 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.*