PrintDirect for iPhone vs iPrint
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PrintDirect for iPhone
Print documents, emails, web pages, and more directly from your iPad to virtually any printer. Offers robust file management, cloud service integration, and a full-featured email client. An upgrade unlocks all advanced printing capabilities.
- Print to all printers (WiFi, USB, Bluetooth)
- Print emails, attachments, web pages, documents
- Cloud service integration (Dropbox, Google Drive)
- Full-featured email client
- File management and sharing
- Convert files to PDF
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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
iPrint
This app transforms your smartphone into a portable printing, scanning, and faxing station. Easily manage documents, connect to Wi-Fi printers, and handle various file formats from anywhere.
- Mobile printing
- Quick scanning
- Faxing capabilities
- Multiple file formats
- Cloud integration
- Print queue management
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Need to print, scan, or fax asap? iPrinter is your all-in-one solution for handling documents directly from your smartphone! iPrinter transforms your device into a portable printing, scanning, and faxing powerhouse. No more looking for computers or bulky office equipment – easily manage all your document needs with one versatile app. Whether working from home, in the office, or on the move, iPrinter provides seamless connectivity to all your Wi-Fi printers and fax machines. Key Features: 1. Easy Mobile Printing: Connect to any Wi-Fi-enabled printer and print directly from your phone. It supports multiple document types, such as PDF, Word, and images. 2. Quick Scanning: Turn your smartphone into a scanner. Digitize paper documents, receipts, and more with high-quality output. 3. User-Friendly Interface: Navigate printing, scanning, and faxing options with a clean and intuitive design. 4. Multiple File Formats Supported: AirPrinter supports printing and scanning in various formats, including DOC, DOCX, PDF, JPG, and PNG. 5. Cloud Integration: Print documents from popular cloud storage services like Google Drive, Dropbox, Mega, and OneDrive. 6. Preview Before Printing: Ensure perfect results with a live preview feature before you hit "Print." 7. Print Queue Management: Control and manage your print jobs effortlessly. 8. Fast Setup: Connect with printers and start printing in seconds. Why Should You Choose iPrinter? 1. iPrinter allows you to manage all your printing, scanning, and faxing needs without being tied to an office or desktop. Its powerful features and simple interface make it the ultimate printer tool for professionals, students, and anyone needing document handling. 2. Perfect for Business and Personal Use: iPrinter ensures you get the job done quickly and efficiently from invoices to homework assignments. 3. Lightweight and Fast: Minimal storage, maximum functionality. 4. Productive: Save time and boost efficiency with all-in-one mobile printing. How It Works: 1. Download and Install: Get iPrinter from the App Store. 2. Connect to Printer: Ensure your phone and printer are on the same Wi-Fi network. 3. Scan then Print or just Print: Select the document and choose your desired action. It’s that simple! Join thousands of users who rely on iPrinter for their mobile printing and scanning needs. Download now and experience the convenience of an all-in-one printing solution! LICENSED APPLICATION END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: PrintDirect for iPhone at none against iPrint's shown. PrintDirect for iPhone also leads on ratings volume (101 vs 6). iPrint's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 months) and review sentiment (100% vs 74%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. PrintDirect for iPhone sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and iPrint sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for PrintDirect for iPhone against 4.5 for iPrint. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PrintDirect for iPhone has 101 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 74% of PrintDirect for iPhone's written reviews are positive against 100% of iPrint's.
PrintDirect for iPhone ships an update every 5 months, iPrint every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PrintDirect for iPhone | iPrint |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (101 ratings) | 4.5 (6 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 74.2% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 101 — better | 6 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 41 MB | 84 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | EuroSmartz Ltd | COOLDEV CO., LTD |
Customer experience
PrintDirect for iPhone
iPrint
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
iPrint
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
PrintDirect for iPhone
- Full Document Viewing & Printing App Upgrade$4.99
iPrint
- Weekly Standard$5.997 Days
- Monthly Standard$9.991 Month
- Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
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- Yearly Premium$49.991 Year
- Lifetime Standard$59.99
Questions
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