Comparison

PrinterShare vs printer

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

printer

This app offers a convenient way to print documents, photos, and web content directly from your mobile device. It supports various file formats and provides extensive customization options for your print jobs, freeing you from computer constraints.

Highlights
  • Print documents, photos, and web content
  • Supports Word, Excel, PDF, and image files
  • Customizable print settings (copies, layout, color)
  • High-definition photo printing
  • File preview and PDF conversion
  • Seamless integration with printer brands
Features
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printer-print APP is an intelligent tool that provides users with an efficient and convenient printing experience. It can quickly connect to various mainstream printer brands, achieving seamless integration between mobile devices and printers, making printing operations simpler and more flexible. Whether it's study materials, office documents, photos, or web content, this app makes printing effortless, allowing users to print what they need anytime, anywhere. 1.The app supports multiple common file formats, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF, and images, meeting printing needs in various scenarios. Users can open a file on their phones, select print, and complete the entire process from preview to output without complicated settings. 2.In terms of printing features, the printer-print APP offers extensive personalized settings. Users can flexibly adjust parameters such as the number of copies, page layout, paper orientation, margins, and color modes to ensure the output matches their requirements perfectly. The app also supports high-definition photo printing, allowing users to crop and rotate images, helping them achieve professional-grade print quality with ease. Additionally, the app provides file preview and file conversion features. Users can preview documents, images, or web content before printing to ensure the format and layout are correct. For materials that need to be stored long-term or shared, files can be converted to PDF format with a single click, enabling secure transfer across different devices and platforms while preserving the original layout and clarity. In daily life, printer-print APP helps household users print their children's study materials, mistake worksheets, craft designs, or family photos, making learning and record-keeping more convenient. In the workplace, it enables professionals to quickly print meeting documents, reports, contracts, and other materials, significantly improving office efficiency. Whether at home, school, or the office, it effortlessly meets diverse printing needs. 3.With its clean interface, smooth operation, and powerful compatibility, printer-print APP delivers efficient, stable, and professional printing services to users. It frees printing from the constraints of computers, making every printing experience more effortless, precise, and convenient. Payment: Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account upon confirmation of purchase. Renewal: Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current subscription period, and the subscription period will be extended accordingly. Cancel Renewal: You can manage or cancel your subscriptions by going to your Account Settings in the iTunes Store after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/11mQNrSgJKVnyiveR36JpWp_qXFUGg9fzGAHm2e7-k6k/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tnYYon_Wh9DnQyftmdE0-zmlLp0yTept_qPwerilFMU/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

PrinterShare3 screens
printer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: PrinterShare at 4.9 against printer's 3.0. PrinterShare also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (309 vs 2). printer's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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 and printer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.00 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PrinterShare holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PrinterShare has 309 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PrinterShare ships an update every 2 weeks, printer every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
PrinterShare versus printer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrinterShareprinter
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (309 ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews43.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings309 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB81 MB
Age rating17+9+
DeveloperDynamix SoftwareIvory Beck LLC

Customer experience

PrinterShare

All ratings309 ratings
Positive98.4%
Neutral1.0%
Negative0.6%
Written reviews665 reviews
Positive43.8%
Neutral7.7%
Negative48.6%

printer

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

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

printer

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
4 purchases

printer

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly3 Days trial$9.007 Days
  • Monthly3 Days trial$15.001 Month
  • Annual3 Days trial$50.001 Year
One-time1
  • Miembros permanentes$60.00

Questions

Is PrinterShare free?
PrinterShare is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is printer free?
printer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PrinterShare or printer?
PrinterShare is rated higher. PrinterShare averages 4.9 out of 5 from 309 ratings, while printer averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do PrinterShare or printer have ads?
Neither PrinterShare nor printer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PrinterShare or printer?
PrinterShare ships an update every 2 weeks, and printer every 5 days. Most recently, PrinterShare was updated on October 17, 2026 and printer on October 2, 2026.

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