Comparison

Print Now vs Smart Printer

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

Head to head
About

Print Now

Easily scan, edit, and print documents from your mobile device. Supports various file types and all printer types for a seamless printing experience.

Highlights
  • Scan documents with iPhone camera
  • Edit PDFs before printing
  • Print any document type
  • Import from cloud storage
  • Convert to PDF
  • Supports all Wi-Fi printers
Features
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Print Now – Scan, Edit & Print Documents Instantly Print Now is the fastest and easiest way to print documents from your iPhone or iPad. Whether you need to scan a paper document, import a file, edit a PDF, or print wirelessly to any printer, Print Now is your go-to mobile print solution. KEY FEATURES - Print Any Document Instantly Print PDF files, Word documents, images, emails, spreadsheets, and more – all from your mobile device. - Import from Anywhere Easily import documents from Files, iCloud Drive, Dropbox, Google Drive, or directly from your email. - Built-in Document Scanner Scan paper documents using your iPhone camera. Auto-detect edges and convert to high-quality PDFs ready to print or share. - Edit PDFs Before You Print Add text, draw, highlight, annotate, or sign PDFs. Perfect for contracts, forms, and homework. - Supports All Printer Types Works with AirPrint and most Wi-Fi printers, or connect via network IP. Print directly without any setup. - Convert to PDF Convert images, web pages, or notes into printable PDF documents with a tap. - Print Photos, Receipts, and More From ID cards to boarding passes, from photos to invoices – print exactly what you need, when you need it. - Safe & Private All your documents remain private. No data is stored or shared without your permission. Why Choose Print Now? • Fast, reliable & intuitive • Designed for students, professionals, and home users • A complete solution for mobile printing, scanning, and PDF editing Use Print Now To: • Print contracts, resumes, and work files • Scan and print receipts or expense reports • Sign and email forms without printing them • Scan handwritten notes into digital PDFs • Quickly print class assignments or tickets Compatible With: • HP, Canon, Epson, Brother, Samsung, and all AirPrint-enabled printers Download Print Now and turn your iPhone or iPad into a powerful mobile print center! * PERMISSIONS - Camera and Photos - for scanning or importing documents and then editing documents, preparing them for printing * SUBSCRIPTIONS You can subscribe to Print Now to get access to premium features, like unlimited document printing. Options: 3-day free trial, then renews weekly for $5,99 * Link to Terms of Use: https://print-now-app.com/legal/terms * Link to Privacy Policy: https://print-now-app.com/legal/privacy

About

Smart Printer

Transform your mobile device into a portable office for printing and scanning documents. Easily print photos, documents, and web pages, or scan receipts, IDs, and notes. Offers advanced print settings and broad printer compatibility for seamless document management.

Highlights
  • Print photos, documents, emails, and web pages
  • Scan documents, IDs, receipts, and notes
  • Edit and filter scanned files
  • Advanced print settings customization
  • Supports over 10,000 Wi-Fi printer models
  • Import from cloud storage
Features
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Introducing Printer Smart: Scan Documents Pro — a one-stop solution for printing and scanning directly from your iPhone. This powerful app turns your mobile device into a full-fledged office tool, allowing you to print, scan, and manage documents without the need for additional drivers or complex settings. Key Features: • Print any files With the Smart Printer App, you can easily print photos, documents, emails, web pages, and more. The app supports a wide range of formats, including PDF, DOC, XLS, PPT, JPG, PNG, and TXT. Import from DropBox, iCloud Drive. • Scan documents - Smart Scanner Use your camera to scan documents, ID, Passports, receipts, business cards, or notes. Scanned files can be edited, filtered, and saved in various formats. • Advanced print settings Customize print settings such as the number of copies, page orientation, paper size, and more. This ensures maximum flexibility and resource efficiency. • Printer compatibility The Smart Printer App supports over 10,000 wifi printer models. Thanks to AirPrint technology, printing is possible without the need to install additional drivers or software. Ease of Use Quick setup and seamless printer connection. PDF Preview Documents before printing. Ideal for: Home use: print photos, recipes, tickets, and other personal documents. Study: scan and print notes, essays, and presentations. Business: process invoices, contracts, reports, and other business documents. Download the Smart Printer App today and experience a new level of convenience in printing and scanning documents directly from your mobile device. Privacy Policy - https://docs.google.com/document/d/11yrh35mfkEWHd2DNptRYTzVXfI34FxhRDnSVHey1VUo/edit?usp=sharing Terms & Conditions - https://docs.google.com/document/d/11uY2wAqBkwhRYUXriLmHpgcxxF3phbGPeZec0nuFLNg/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

Print Now4 screens
Smart Printer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Print Now at 5.0 against Smart Printer's 4.5. Smart Printer's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks) and ratings volume (107 vs 3). On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Print Now sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Smart Printer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Print Now holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Printer has 107 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Print Now ships an update every 3 weeks, Smart Printer every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on August 17, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Print Now versus Smart Printer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrint NowSmart Printer
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better4.5 (107 ratings)
Positive reviews—90.9% of reviews
Number of ratings3107 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size120 MB135 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperEast End Technologies Ltd.HRHELPERG LLC

Customer experience

Print Now

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Smart Printer

All ratings107 ratings
Positive86.9%
Neutral2.8%
Negative10.3%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive90.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.1%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Print Now

Subscriptions1
  • Unlock all features3 Days trial$5.997 Days
5 purchases

Smart Printer

Subscriptions5
  • Pro Weekly Access3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Monthly PRO Access$12.991 Month
  • Pro 3-Month Access3 Days trial$29.993 Months
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  • Yearly PRO Access$39.991 Year
  • Yearly PRO Access3 Days trial$79.991 Year

Questions

Is Print Now free?
Print Now is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smart Printer free?
Smart Printer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Print Now or Smart Printer?
Print Now is rated higher. Print Now averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Smart Printer averages 4.5 from 107 ratings.
Do Print Now or Smart Printer have ads?
Neither Print Now nor Smart Printer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Print Now or Smart Printer?
Print Now ships an update every 3 weeks, and Smart Printer every 3 days. Most recently, Print Now was updated on August 17, 2026 and Smart Printer on September 22, 2026.

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