Comparison

PrintCentral for iPhone vs HP

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

Head to head
About

PrintCentral for iPhone

Print documents, photos, and web pages from your mobile device to virtually any printer, including non-AirPrint models. Access and manage files from cloud storage, email, and your computer for seamless printing anywhere.

Highlights
  • Print to all printers (WiFi, USB, Bluetooth)
  • Print via Mac/PC or direct to WiFi printers
  • Print remotely over mobile data
  • View, store, and print documents and emails
  • Convert files to PDF
  • Cloud service integration (iCloud, Dropbox, etc.)
  • Mount device as a hard disk
Features
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Print to ALL printers (Not just AirPrint Printers). Print direct to most WiFi/Wireless printers without additional software. Print to ALL printers and any document type via your Mac/PC. Print remotely over mobile data and in corporate/other networks where WiFi is not available. View, store & print email, large documents & PDFs, files, attachments, photos, contacts and web pages on your iPhone/iPod Touch. •• iTunes App of the Week in UK & Europe •• ►► The Press love PrintCentral ◀◀ ≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈ MacWorld: "PrintCentral is much more than a printing utility—it is a veritable office center" AppCraver: "This app will let you print basically anything from basically anywhere." ►► Printing for Old & New Printers + PDF Conversion ◀◀ ≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈ > Print to ALL printers (Network/WiFi/USB/Bluetooth) via your Mac or PC or direct to most WiFi printers without additional software > Print from Pages, Numbers or Keynote extremely quickly & easily without the need for an AirPrint printer using Open in > Print from other Apps using "Open in" > Convert files, docs, spreadsheets, web pages & more to PDF (in-app upgrade required) > USB & Bluetooth printers can be used with free print server software (Windows & Mac) > Print remotely via 3G, 4G or Cloud > Print to AirPrint printers > Print using ALL the same document formats to ALL printers used by your Mac/PC ►► Unrivalled Document Reader & File Storage ◀◀ ≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈ > Read, view & print Office files, large size PDFs & ALL iWork files + many more formats > Open & Print files directly into PrintCentral from other apps supporting "Open in..." file sharing > Zip/Unzip files for reading & printing ►► Upgrade your Email ◀◀ ≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈ > Higher featured email app built into PrintCentral > View multiple email accounts in single inbox or on their own > Full email field search - across multiple accounts > Multiple email signatures with images, formatted text > Print & save email, and attachments for resending ►► WiFi Hard Drive + Cloud Transfer ◀◀ ≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈ > Mount your iPhone/iPod Touch as a hard disk on your Mac or PC > Fully integrated with Evernote > Full cloud services app - iCloud, CloudMe, Dropbox, GoogleDocs, Box.net, Transporter, WebDAV > Move/Print documents on your iPhone/iPod Touch from your Cloud account ►► Copy & Paste Printing & Transfer ◀◀ ≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈ > Copy & print web pages and email - retaining all formatting > Copy and transfer to another user's iPhone/iPod Touch using Bluetooth or WiFi (both devices require PrintCentral) > Copy and transfer to your PC or Mac via WiFi ►► Much Much more ◀◀ ≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈ > Browse and print web pages to ALL printers > Copy & print maps from any map app that allows copy > Print SMS/Text messages, Copy, open PrintCentral and print > Print contacts > Print address/shipping labels PrintCentral Pro is also available for business users with all of these features, plus printing from inside other apps and printing from your watch QUICK HELP - if you need it

About

HP

Manage your HP devices, from setup to printing and scanning. Personalize your experience, access creative printables, and get instant support. Keep your HP technology running smoothly with this all-in-one solution.

Highlights
  • Guided device setup
  • Printer and computer management
  • Print and scan documents
  • Access to HP Printables
  • Customizable print shortcuts
  • Instant customer support
Features
Currently charting
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The go-to app for your HP devices. Set up your new printer, personalize your experience, print, scan, and contact support—all in one place. Formerly HP Smart, the new HP app[1] offers you more ways to get more from your HP devices. Easy Setup, Wherever You Are New device? No problem. Get up and running fast with a guided setup that does the heavy lifting for you. Once you are ready to go, you can manage your HP printer and computer and stay on top of the essentials, like checking your ink levels. Make the Most of Your Device Stay informed with top recommendations. Plus, you can adjust your device settings and discover HP products that match your needs—it is all about making your tech work just the way you like it. Print and Scan, On Your Time Print a school form from the kitchen or a last-minute birthday card. Even, scan receipts in seconds and send it straight to your email. Whether you are at home or at the office, completing your print tasks is a click away. Instant Help Whenever You Need It When something goes wrong, help is right there—make a quick call, message live chat or find answers in the app[1]. You’ll be back to what matters before you know it. But wait, your experience just gets better and better! • Unlock a world of creativity with HP Printables[2]. Explore tons of cards, coloring pages, educational worksheets, and fun crafts projects. • Adjust and edit your documents before you hit print. • Set up custom shortcuts for print tasks you use often. • Automatically correct images, name files, flatten pages, extract text, and scan multiple pages at the same time with the HP app.[3] • Get a notification when your printer is low on ink or paper and easily order more to keep printing uninterrupted. We're always adding cool new features to the app. Make sure you turn on auto-updates, so you don't miss all the latest improvements! Disclaimers 1. HP Smart and myHP are now the HP app, available for download on macOS devices; and for iOS mobile phones and iPads. The HP app requires download available at www.hp.com/hp-app. Not all HP devices, services, apps are available in the HP app. Certain features are available in English language only, and may vary by printer and PC model/country, and between desktop/mobile applications. HP reserves the right to introduce charges for use of select HP app functionality. Internet access required. HP account required for full functionality. Fax sending capability only. Live chat and phone support are available during business hours and varies by country. Chat service is localized in supported regions, and where not supported, will default to English. Supported conferencing features vary by device and device configuration. For complete Terms of Service see: www.hp.com/hp-app-terms-of-use. 2. Printables are for personal use only and may not be distributed for any commercial purpose. 3. Choose HP+ at setup to activate benefits. HP+ requires an HP account, ongoing connection to the internet, and the use of only Original HP ink for the life of the printer. More at hp.com/plus

Screenshots

PrintCentral for iPhone4 screens
HP4 screens

Verdict

The call

PrintCentral for iPhone and HP both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 81% of PrintCentral for iPhone's written reviews are positive against 36% of HP's. PrintCentral for iPhone also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). HP's advantage is price (Free vs $3.99) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On rating, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

HP is free to download; PrintCentral for iPhone costs $3.99 up front. PrintCentral for iPhone sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. HP asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for PrintCentral for iPhone against 4.7 for HP. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HP has 4.2M ratings behind it against 41, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 81% of PrintCentral for iPhone's written reviews are positive against 36% of HP's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PrintCentral for iPhone ships an update every 4 months, HP every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
PrintCentral for iPhone versus HP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrintCentral for iPhoneHP
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating4.7 (41 ratings)4.7 (4.2M ratings)
Positive reviews81.4% of reviews — better35.5% of reviews
Number of ratings414.2M — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#178#23 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB439 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperEuroSmartz LtdHP Inc.

Customer experience

PrintCentral for iPhone

All ratings41 ratings
Positive92.7%
Neutral4.9%
Negative2.4%
Written reviews290 reviews
Positive81.4%
Neutral4.5%
Negative14.1%

HP

All ratings4,181,699 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral1.9%
Negative4.3%
Written reviews6,532 reviews
Positive35.5%
Neutral5.1%
Negative59.4%

User reviews

PrintCentral for iPhone

From 41 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Versatile printing capabilities
  • 🚀 Reliable wireless printing
  • 👍 Excellent customer support
  • 👍 Works with older printers

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional compatibility issues
  • 🐛 Printing quality can be inconsistent
  • 🔋 Requires desktop software to be running
  • 🔒 Security concerns with third-party app access

HP

From 4.2M App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy setup
  • 🚀 Convenient mobile printing
  • 👍 Intuitive app
  • 👍 Helpful for home/office use
  • 👍 Reliable printer performance

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 🐛 Printing problems
  • 🐛 Buggy app
  • 🐛 Unreliable scanning
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns

Bugs and requests

PrintCentral for iPhone

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashes or freezes on certain devices
  • Difficulty connecting to some printer models

Requested features

3 requests
  • Direct wireless printing without desktop software
  • Improved photo printing quality
  • Integration with more cloud storage services

HP

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Printer not recognized by app
  • Printing stops midway through job
  • Scan function not working as expected
  • App freezes or crashes frequently

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add option to print multiple pages per sheet
  • Improve app responsiveness and stability
  • Provide more control over printer settings
  • Integrate ink subscription management within app
  • Enable direct printing from apps like Gmail

In-app purchases

1 purchases

PrintCentral for iPhone

One-time1
  • Advanced Upgrade$1.99
None

HP

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PrintCentral for iPhone free?
PrintCentral for iPhone costs $3.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is HP free?
HP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, PrintCentral for iPhone or HP?
PrintCentral for iPhone and HP are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 41 and 4.2M ratings respectively.
Do PrintCentral for iPhone or HP have ads?
Neither PrintCentral for iPhone nor HP shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PrintCentral for iPhone or HP?
PrintCentral for iPhone ships an update every 4 months, and HP every 2 months. Most recently, PrintCentral for iPhone was updated on September 23, 2026 and HP on September 25, 2026.
Which is more popular, PrintCentral for iPhone or HP?
PrintCentral for iPhone currently peaks at #178 in the App Store charts, and HP at #23. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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