Comparison

Printer App vs Air Print

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

Head to head
About

Printer App

Easily print documents, photos, and web pages directly from your mobile device. Features a built-in scanner, PDF tools, QR code generator, and ID photo maker. Includes printable templates for various needs.

Highlights
  • Print documents and photos
  • Scan and edit documents
  • Merge and convert PDFs
  • Generate QR codes
  • Create ID photos
  • Printable templates
  • Photo editing
Features
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Printer App helps you easily print documents, photos, and more directly from your iPhone or iPad. Scan documents, select your printer, and print in seconds! PRINT FROM ANYWHERE - Print photos from your photo library or iCloud - Print documents (PDF, PNG, JPEG) from Files - Print full-size web pages directly from any URL - Print contact information on A4 paper - Type or paste text from clipboard and print instantly POWERFUL SCANNING - Built-in document scanner using your camera - Edit and filter scanned documents before printing - Share or save scans as PDF files - Fast, accurate scanning with auto-edge detection PDF TOOLS - Merge multiple PDF files into one document - Convert photos and images to PDF format - Print or share your created PDFs instantly QR CODE GENERATOR - Create QR codes from text, URLs, or WiFi credentials - Print QR codes directly or save to your photo library - Perfect for business cards, events, and sharing ID PHOTO MAKER - Print standard ID photos on A4 paper - Support for 1-inch, 2-inch, US Passport, EU Passport, and Visa sizes - Automatic grid layout for maximum photos per page - Save money by printing ID photos at home PHOTO EDITOR - Adjust brightness and contrast before printing - Rotate photos in 90-degree increments - Apply black & white filter for professional results - Edit and print in one seamless workflow PRINTABLE TEMPLATES - Lined Paper - perfect for writing - Graph Paper - ideal for math and engineering - Dot Grid - great for bullet journaling - Weekly Planner - organize your week - Monthly Calendar - plan your month - Checklist - stay on top of tasks - Cornell Notes - study more effectively - Music Sheet - compose and practice PRINT HISTORY - Track all your recent print jobs - View print type, date, and details - Quickly reprint previous documents - Manage and clear history as needed MULTI-LANGUAGE SUPPORT - Available in 30 languages including English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, French, German, Spanish, Arabic, and more - Switch languages anytime within the app Note: Make sure your iPhone/iPad is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your printer to use all features. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION: - Subscribe to Premium for unlimited scanning, premium features, and ad-free experience - Subscriptions auto-renew at the same price and duration unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period - Payment is charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase - Subscriptions can be managed in your Account Settings after purchase - Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/simpleprinter/simpleprinter/agreement Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/simpleprinter/simpleprinter/privacy

About

Air Print

Easily print documents, photos, and PDFs wirelessly from your iPhone or iPad. This app transforms your device into a smart printing station, supporting a wide range of printers and file types. It also includes a built-in scanner to convert physical documents into digital PDFs.

Highlights
  • Wireless printing from iPhone/iPad
  • Print photos, PDFs, and documents
  • Built-in scanner to PDF
  • Supports all major printer brands
  • Print web pages and emails
  • Smart print preview and options
Features
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Smart Printer: Scan Air Print Your all-in-one mobile printing companion Smart Printer: Scan Air Print makes wireless printing easier than ever. Designed to work seamlessly with a wide range of Wi-Fi-enabled printers, this app transforms your iPhone into a smart printing station. Whether you're printing a document for work, scanning paperwork on the go, or printing photos straight from your gallery, everything is possible in just a few taps. Instant Wireless Printing — Connect automatically with any WiFi or AirPrint-enabled printer. Supports All Major Brands — HP, Epson, Canon, Brother & more. Print All File Types — Photos, PDFs, Word, Excel, websites & cloud files. Scan to PDF — Use your phone as a portable scanner. Smart Print Preview — Adjust size, layout, color mode & paper type. Multiple Print Options — Color/Black & White, copies, duplex (if supported). Print From Anywhere — Works at home, office, school & hotels. Document Organizer — Import files from Files, iCloud, Google Drive & Dropbox. What You Can Do with Smart Printer: Print Documents, Files & PDFs Instantly Send files straight from your phone to any wireless printer. Supports PDF, DOC, XLS, PPT, TXT, and other common file types. Air Print with Ease Tap into built-in mobile printing protocols to instantly detect nearby printers connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Compatible with all major printer models. Smart Photo Printing Print images directly from your gallery or camera. Resize, crop, preview, and print high-quality photos in seconds. Built-In Scanner Turn your phone into a portable scanner. Scan receipts, pages, and forms, then save or print as a clean, shareable PDF. Quick Notes & Text Print Write custom notes using the in-app editor or paste important info, then print on the spot. Perfect for memos, labels, or reminders. Print Web Pages & Emails Capture and print from your browser or mail app — ideal for travel tickets, confirmations, and more. Universal Compatibility Works with most smart and wireless printers that support mobile printing — no cables or extra software needed. Advanced Print Options Customize page size, orientation, number of copies, and more. You’re in full control of every print job. All-in-One Print Management Tool A simple yet powerful way to manage all your scanning, printing, and file handling needs — right from your pocket. How It Works: Connect your phone to the same Wi-Fi network as your printer. Open the app and choose your document, photo, or content. Customize settings and tap print. Done! Smart Printer: Scan Air Print is your ideal printing partner — built for those who value speed, simplicity, and smart solutions. Whether you're printing homework, business files, or photo memories, our app gives you full control without the clutter. Need Support or Have Feedback? We're here to help — just email: krunalpanchal54252@gmail.com Privacy Policy - https://rootscoder.com/printer_old_privacy_policy.html Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Smart. Fast. Wireless. Download Smart Printer: Scan Air Print and enjoy hassle-free printing like never before. No setup headaches. No drivers needed. Just a smooth, fast, and reliable mobile printing experience — from your home, office, or anywhere in between.

Screenshots

Printer App4 screens
Air Print4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Printer App at 5.0 against Air Print's 4.1. Printer App also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 83%). Air Print's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (32 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, 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

Both are free to download. Printer App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Air Print sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Printer App holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Air Print has 32 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Printer App's written reviews are positive against 83% of Air Print's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Printer App ships an update every 5 months, Air Print every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and August 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Printer App versus Air Print: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrinter AppAir Print
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.1 (32 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better83.3% of reviews
Number of ratings132 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB116 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer宝锋 吴RootsCoder

Customer experience

Printer App

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Air Print

All ratings32 ratings
Positive78.1%
Neutral3.1%
Negative18.8%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Printer App

Subscriptions2
  • Printer App - 1 Month$6.991 Month
  • 1 Year Plan$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • Printer Pro$14.99
5 purchases

Air Print

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Yearly3 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Deal$9.99
  • Lifetime Access$24.99

Questions

Is Printer App free?
Printer App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Air Print free?
Air Print is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Printer App or Air Print?
Printer App is rated higher. Printer App averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Air Print averages 4.1 from 32 ratings.
Do Printer App or Air Print have ads?
Printer App shows ads; Air Print does not.
Which is updated more often, Printer App or Air Print?
Printer App ships an update every 5 months, and Air Print every 2 months. Most recently, Printer App was updated on September 19, 2026 and Air Print on August 1, 2026.

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