Comparison

PrinterShare vs BR RawPrinter

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

Head to head
About

PrinterShare

Print documents, photos, and more directly from your mobile device to thousands of supported printers. Connect via Wi-Fi or a desktop client for remote printing capabilities. Unlock full functionality with an in-app purchase.

Highlights
  • Print PDFs, photos, contacts, and documents
  • Share content from any app
  • Supports thousands of printer brands
  • Print via Wi-Fi or desktop client
  • Save as PDF
  • Remote printing over the internet
Features
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Print photos, PDFs, documents, web pages and contacts straight from your iPhone or iPad – no computer required. Or turn any Mac or PC-connected printer wireless and reachable from anywhere in the world with PrinterShare Desktop app. Pick what you want to print inside the app, or send it from any other app with the Share button. WHAT YOU CAN PRINT - Photos and images - PDF files and documents - Web pages - Contacts - Markdown and text files - Content copied to clipboard (using Paste to Print) - Content shared from other apps via the Share menu HOW YOU CAN PRINT - Wi-Fi (using a Wi-Fi Direct printer or using a Wi-Fi router as a middleman) - AirPrint - Save as PDF - PC or Mac (if your printer is shared using PrinterShare desktop client) - The Internet WORKS WITH THOUSANDS OF PRINTERS PrinterShare supports thousands of models from HP, Canon, Epson, Brother, Samsung, Xerox, Lexmark, Ricoh and many more brands. Most Wi-Fi printers are detected automatically. If your exact model isn't explicitly supported, the app suggests a driver that's likely to work. Don't see your printer? You can still print through the free PrinterShare desktop app. As long as the printer works from a Windows or Mac computer on the same Wi-Fi network, PrinterShare can print to it. Just install the PrinterShare Desktop app from printershare.net and the app finds shared printers automatically. FREE TO TRY — ONE-TIME UNLOCK PrinterShare is free to install, and you can print a test page free to confirm your printer works. To unlock full functionality, buy the Premium Key as a one-time in-app purchase or get a cheaper Premium subscription if you prefer. You can also get the standalone PrinterShare Premium app on the App Store. PRINT FROM ANYWHERE Print to a printer located anywhere in the world over the internet. This needs the PrinterShare Desktop app installed on the computer at the receiving end. Also, logging into the same PrinterShare account in the mobile app and in the desktop app. For remote printing, you get 100 complimentary pages to your PrinterShare account when you unlock premium in the mobile app. MORE INFO Please, visit printershare.net for help and more details. You can read the Terms of Use here: https://printershare.net/terms.php

About

BR RawPrinter

Features
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BR RawPrinter is the ideal solution for printing images and PDF files directly from your iOS device to ESC/POS thermal printers via Bluetooth or network (LAN). With an intuitive interface and powerful features, it transforms your iPhone or iPad into a portable printing tool. Key Features: • Broad compatibility: Works with Elgin, Bematech, Epson, Zjiang, and many other ESC/POS printers. • Direct image printing (PNG, JPG): Ideal for receipts with QR Codes, labels, graphics, and more. • PDF printing with auto-adjust: Converts your PDF to the optimal thermal printing format automatically. • Image filters and effects: Apply Mono, Dots, or Sobel filters to improve contrast and sharpness. • Smart printer detection: Automatically finds Bluetooth and LAN printers — no advanced setup required. • Supports 58mm and 80mm paper widths.

Screenshots

PrinterShare3 screens
BR RawPrinter3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BR RawPrinter at none against PrinterShare's 2. BR RawPrinter also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). PrinterShare's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 8 months). On price, 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

Both are free to download. PrinterShare sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per year. BR RawPrinter asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PrinterShare ships an update every 2 weeks, BR RawPrinter every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
PrinterShare versus BR RawPrinter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrinterShareBR RawPrinter
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (309 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews43.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings309 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 8 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB29 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperDynamix SoftwareDaniel Schneider

Bugs and requests

PrinterShare

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes when trying to print
  • Printing only works intermittently
  • Printed output has issues like missing content or formatting problems

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for more printer models
  • Improve printing quality and scaling options
  • Provide better organization and management of printed files
  • Offer a free version with more functionality

BR RawPrinter

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

PrinterShare

Subscriptions1
  • One Year Premium Subscription$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • PrinterShare Mobile Premium Key$9.99
None

BR RawPrinter

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PrinterShare free?
PrinterShare is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BR RawPrinter free?
BR RawPrinter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PrinterShare or BR RawPrinter have ads?
Neither PrinterShare nor BR RawPrinter shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PrinterShare or BR RawPrinter?
PrinterShare ships an update every 2 weeks, and BR RawPrinter every 8 months. Most recently, PrinterShare was updated on September 24, 2026 and BR RawPrinter on September 18, 2026.

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