Comparison

Easy Release Pro vs SurPho

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

Head to head
About

Easy Release Pro

This app simplifies the process of collecting model and property releases. It allows users to gather necessary data, photos, and signatures directly on their device, then easily share professional PDF and JPEG documents. It supports extensive customization and integration with cloud storage services.

Highlights
  • Collects ID photos and signatures
  • Generates PDF and JPEG releases
  • Imports model info from contacts
  • Supports iCloud sync across devices
  • Auto-saves to cloud storage
  • Customizable branding headers
  • Industry-standard release templates
Features
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The trusted and essential tool of creative professionals since 2010, now updated and even more feature rich than ever! Transform your mobile release gathering experience with cutting-edge exclusive features, intuitive design, and powerful workflow shortcuts. ► Fully supports iOS and MacOS devices, and syncs multiple devices with iCloud ► Approved for use by Getty Images, Shutterstock, Adobe Stock, iStock, 123RF, 500px, Alamy, Dreamstime, Pond5, Stocksy, Dissolve, among many others! ► Lets you collect all the data, ID photo and signatures you need right on your device, then mail a PDF and JPEG of the release to you and others ► Import model information from your contacts or a ReleaseQR - Re-use data from shoots, models, property owners, locations, etc via lists of previously used buttons ► ReleaseQR.com - Scan a ReleaseQR image to automatically begin a model release with all the model information automatically added ► Comes pre-bundled with (UPDATED in 2026) industry standard model and property releases in 34 languages/variants that are currently in use by leading the stock photography agencies listed above. ► Auto-Save PDFs/JPEGs to Dropbox and/or Google Drive and/or OneDrive ► Use the iPhone, iPad, or Mac camera to shoot and embed an ID photo right into the release PDF ► Unlimited Custom Branding Headers, define logo, company name, contact/url ► Add your own TFCD, Adult-Content, OnlyFans, or any other kind of custom release templates, we have samples available to import on our website ► User Interface (UI) Languages: English, Swedish, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese ► Release languages included: English (United States), Arabic (Modern Standard), Portuguese (Brazil), Chinese (China), Chinese (Hong Kong), Chinese (Taiwan), Czech (Czech Republic), Danish (Denmark), Dutch (Netherlands), Finnish (Finland), French (France), French (Outside France), German (Germany), Hindi (India), Hungarian (Hungary), Icelandic (Iceland), Italian (Italy), Japanese (Japan), Khmer (Cambodia), Korean (South Korea), Malay (Malaysia), Norwegian Bokmål (Norway), Polish (Poland), Portuguese (Portugal), Russian (Russia), Serbian (Serbia), Slovenian (Slovenia), Spanish (International), Swedish (Sweden), Tagalog (Philippines), Thai (Thailand), Turkish (Turkiye), Ukrainian (Ukraine), Vietnamese (Vietnam) ► Set Optional Fields, Create Custom Fields If the built-in fields are not enough, you can now add custom fields. ► Multi-Page Releases -allows user defined custom release legal text to span multiple pages of a PDF instead of being limited to a single page ► Import/Export Custom Versions - Share custom templates via email. Recipients just click on the link in the email to import your template. ►See our website for a thorough description of our many features, espcially the numerous options for creating custom-release templates! End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

SurPho

Features
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SurPho makes it easy to find photographers, book a session, and get high-quality photos without endless DMs and back-and-forth. Whether you’re planning a surf session, family photos, senior portraits, or content for your small business, SurPho connects you with local photographers in just a few taps. For clients: Discover local photographers: Browse photographer profiles, portfolios, and bios to find someone with the style you like. Book sessions your way: Send a custom request with your date, time, location, budget, and photo style, or join a photographer’s open session that fits your schedule. Secure in-app payments: Confirm your session and pay directly in the app. No cash and no awkward payment links. Join group sessions: Hop into pre-planned sessions like surf shoots, mini sessions, or sunrise beach shoots and split the cost with others. Chat and coordinate in-app: Message your photographer, share details, and stay on the same page before your shoot. Get your photos delivered in the app: View, download, and share your edited photos from SurPho. Ratings and reviews: Leave a review after your session and read others’ feedback so you can book with confidence. For photographers Get discovered by new clients: Create a profile, showcase your work, and be found by people who are ready to book a shoot. Post group sessions: Create sessions at times and locations that work for you and let clients join on their own. Built-in payments: Get paid through the app with a simple checkout flow so you can focus on shooting instead of chasing invoices. Manage everything in one place: Handle requests, confirm bookings, chat with clients, get paid, and deliver photos from a single app. Grow with reviews: Build trust through client ratings and reviews and turn great shoots into repeat business.

Screenshots

Easy Release Pro4 screens
SurPho4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SurPho at none against Easy Release Pro's 1. Easy Release Pro's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 5 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Easy Release Pro sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. SurPho asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Easy Release Pro ships an update every 2 days, SurPho every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Easy Release Pro versus SurPho: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEasy Release ProSurPho
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB64 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperApplicationGap LLCSurPho LLC

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Easy Release Pro

Subscriptions1
  • Full Unlock$9.991 Year
None

SurPho

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Easy Release Pro free?
Easy Release Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SurPho free?
SurPho is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Easy Release Pro or SurPho have ads?
Neither Easy Release Pro nor SurPho shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Easy Release Pro or SurPho?
Easy Release Pro ships an update every 2 days, and SurPho every 5 months. Most recently, Easy Release Pro was updated on October 3, 2026 and SurPho on October 10, 2026.

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