Comparison

PrintDirect for iPhone vs Air Printer App

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

Head to head
About

PrintDirect for iPhone

Print documents, emails, web pages, and more directly from your iPad to virtually any printer. Offers advanced file management, cloud service integration, and email capabilities. Upgrade to unlock all features.

Highlights
  • Print to all printers (WiFi, USB, Bluetooth)
  • Print emails, attachments, web pages, documents
  • Cloud service integration (Dropbox, Google Drive)
  • File management and conversion to PDF
  • Full-featured email client
  • Calendar view and printing
Features
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Set up your printer to print from your iPad. PrintDirect will print to ALL printers. Print directly to most WiFi/Wireless printers without additional software. Print to ALL printers and any document type via your Mac/PC, over a local network or mobile data. You can print.. √ Emails √ Attachments √ Web pages √ Documents √ Contacts √ Calendars √ Cloud server files and much more. Our support team are ready to help around the clock if needed. Prove that you can print to any printer for free. Upgrade to unlock all of the features below... FULLY FUNCTIONAL PRINTING • Print to ALL printers (Network/WiFi/USB/Bluetooth) via your Mac or PC or direct to most WiFi printers without additional software. Also print to Apple AirPrint printers. • Print from Pages, Numbers, Keynote or Safari extremely quickly & easily without the need for an AirPrint printer using Open in • USB & Bluetooth printers can be used with free print server software (Windows & Mac) • Print from other Apps using "Open in" • Print remotely via Mobile Data • Print using ALL the same document formats to ALL printers used by your Mac/PC DOCUMENTS ON YOUR IPAD • Print/Store PDFs, documents, attachments, emails & images • Convert files/docs/web pages to PDF • View/Print, iWork, Pages, Numbers, Keynote, MS Office files • Zip/Unzip files • File sharing with several Macs and PCs, even remotely WEB PAGE PRINTING • Browse and print web pages to ALL printers • Save web pages as an image for attaching to email • Convert web pages to PDF documents for sharing • Import bookmarks from your computer • Store passwords and clear history/cache • Multiple tabs for splitting up browsing CLOUD SERVICES (IDISK, WEBDAV, DROPBOX, BOX.NET, SUGARSYNC, SHAREFILE, GOOGLE DRIVE etc.) • Move/Print documents on your iPad from your Cloud account • Move files to/from your iPad by connecting to Cloud account • Full sync with Evernote FULL FEATURED EMAIL APP • Email files, photos, web pages & formatted text • Full email field search - even across multiple email accounts • Print email • Send and Receive emails from your own email accounts • View multiple email accounts in single inbox or on their own • Supports most email account types, including Exchange 2007 OWA, & some Exchange 2003 servers CALENDAR VIEW/PRINT • Print/View Day/Week/Month calendar as well as reminders, shopping lists & to do lists. • Email your calendar as PDF • Utilizes existing calendar entries, no new calendar needed • Integrated with Exchange & Other Calendars FILE MANAGEMENT • Transfer docs and files via iTunes using USB cable (Apps Tab) • Open documents stored in PrintDirect directly into iWork for easy editing • Mount your iPad as a network disk on your Mac/PC COPY, TRANSFER & ARCHIVE • Copy and transfer to another user's iPad Touch using Bluetooth or WiFi (both devices require PrintDirect) • Copy and transfer to your PC or Mac via WiFi • Select multiple text and image clips to merge and paste them into other Apps. AND MORE.... • Print SMS/Text messages, simply Copy, open PrintDirect & print • Move photos to a folder on your computer/cloud service • Print address/shipping labels QUICK HELP - if you need it

About

Air Printer App

Print documents, photos, PDFs, and web pages wirelessly from your iPhone or iPad to over 5,000 AirPrint-compatible printers. Includes a built-in scanner, PDF editor, and OCR text recognition.

Highlights
  • Wireless printing to AirPrint printers
  • Built-in document scanner
  • Advanced PDF editor and annotation
  • OCR text recognition
  • Photo printing with editing tools
  • Document creation and editing
  • Whiteboard and drawing tools
Features
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The all-in-one printing app for iPhone and iPad. Print documents, photos, PDFs, web pages, and more wirelessly to over 5,000 AirPrint-compatible printers from HP, Canon, Epson, Brother, Samsung, Xerox, and many other brands. PRINT ANYTHING FROM YOUR IPHONE & IPAD Print photos, documents, PDFs, web pages, emails, and contacts in seconds. Supports 20+ file formats including PDF, DOCX, XLSX, PPTX, JPG, PNG, and more. Choose color or black & white, adjust paper size, select number of copies, and customize print settings for perfect results every time. BUILT-IN DOCUMENT SCANNER Use your device camera to scan documents instantly. The smart scanner automatically detects edges, corrects perspective, and enhances quality. Scan receipts, contracts, IDs, notes, and any paper document. Save as PDF or print directly. ADVANCED PDF EDITOR & ANNOTATION More than just a printer -- annotate PDFs with highlights, notes, and drawings. Add text, signatures, and stamps to any PDF. Edit and organize pages before printing. A complete PDF toolkit right on your device. OCR TEXT RECOGNITION Extract editable text from scanned documents and images using powerful OCR technology. Convert paper documents into searchable, editable digital text. Copy, share, or print the extracted text with one tap. PRINT PHOTOS LIKE A PRO Print photos directly from your photo library or iCloud. Resize, crop, rotate, and enhance images before printing. Print multiple photos per page, create collages, or print borderless photos in stunning quality. PRINT FROM ANYWHERE - Print files from iCloud Drive - Print web pages by entering any URL - Print directly from the camera DOCUMENT CREATION & EDITING Create and edit text documents right in the app. Use the built-in text editor to write, format, and print documents without needing a computer. Perfect for notes, letters, and quick documents. WHITEBOARD & DRAWING TOOLS Sketch ideas, annotate images, and create drawings with the built-in whiteboard. Print your creative work or save it for later. A unique feature you will not find in most printer apps. SUPPORTED PRINTERS Compatible with 5,000+ AirPrint-enabled printers from all major brands: - HP (LaserJet, OfficeJet, DeskJet, ENVY) - Canon (PIXMA, MAXIFY, imageCLASS) - Epson (EcoTank, WorkForce, Expression) - Brother (MFC, HL, DCP series) - Samsung, Xerox, Lexmark, Ricoh, and more For the full list of AirPrint-compatible printers, visit: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201311 WHY CHOOSE MOBILE PRINT? - No drivers or additional software needed - Works with any AirPrint-compatible printer - All-in-one: print, scan, edit, annotate, OCR - Clean, intuitive interface designed for everyone - Regular updates with new features and improvements Disclaimer This is an independent app and is not affiliated with any printer manufacturer. AirPrint is a trademark of Apple Inc. Subscription Printer App is free to download. Access premium features through a subscription that auto-renews each term, which you can manage via your iTunes account. To prevent auto-renewal, update your settings at least 24 hours before the end of the current term. We love hearing from our users! Send feedback to: andychung.cc@gmail.com Terms & Privacy Terms of Use: https://airprinter.andyrgb.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://airprinter.andyrgb.com/privacy

Screenshots

PrintDirect for iPhone4 screens
Air Printer App4 screens

Verdict

The call

PrintDirect for iPhone and Air Printer App both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 74% of PrintDirect for iPhone's written reviews are positive against 0% of Air Printer App's. PrintDirect for iPhone also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.6). Air Printer App's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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. PrintDirect for iPhone sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Air Printer App sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for PrintDirect for iPhone against 4.5 for Air Printer App. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 100 and 45 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 74% of PrintDirect for iPhone's written reviews are positive against 0% of Air Printer App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PrintDirect for iPhone ships an update every 5 months, Air Printer App every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on August 26, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
PrintDirect for iPhone versus Air Printer App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrintDirect for iPhoneAir Printer App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (100 ratings)4.5 (45 ratings)
Positive reviews73.7% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings100 — better45
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB26 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperEuroSmartz Ltd汇杭 钟

Customer experience

PrintDirect for iPhone

All ratings100 ratings
Positive89.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.0%
Written reviews232 reviews
Positive73.7%
Neutral1.3%
Negative25.0%

Air Printer App

All ratings45 ratings
Positive86.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative13.3%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

PrintDirect for iPhone

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Printing only test pages, not actual documents
  • Inconsistent performance across different printers
  • Unable to complete setup/configuration

Requested features

4 requests
  • Print directly from native apps (Safari, Mail, etc.)
  • Improved compatibility with older devices
  • Add support for more printer models
  • Introduce a free version with more functionality

Air Printer App

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

PrintDirect for iPhone

One-time1
  • Full Document Viewing & Printing App Upgrade$4.99
4 purchases

Air Printer App

Subscriptions3
  • AirPrinter Pro – Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • AirPrinter Pro – Monthly$9.991 Month
  • AirPrinter Pro – Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • AirPrinter Pro – Lifetime$79.99

Questions

Is PrintDirect for iPhone free?
PrintDirect for iPhone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Air Printer App free?
Air Printer App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PrintDirect for iPhone or Air Printer App?
PrintDirect for iPhone and Air Printer App are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 100 and 45 ratings respectively.
Do PrintDirect for iPhone or Air Printer App have ads?
Air Printer App shows ads; PrintDirect for iPhone does not.
Which is updated more often, PrintDirect for iPhone or Air Printer App?
PrintDirect for iPhone ships an update every 5 months, and Air Printer App every 2 months. Most recently, PrintDirect for iPhone was updated on August 26, 2026 and Air Printer App on September 24, 2026.

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