Comparison

DocCompare vs Printer App

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

Head to head
About

DocCompare

Instantly find differences between documents like contracts, code, and essays. This app offers a private, offline solution for comparing text and PDF files, highlighting additions and deletions with a clear visual interface.

Highlights
  • Side-by-side comparison
  • Highlights additions and deletions
  • Supports PDF, Word, TXT, MD
  • 100% offline processing
  • Dark mode support
  • Auto-saves comparisons
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Spot every difference between two documents in seconds. DocCompare highlights exactly what changed between two files — additions in green, deletions in red. Perfect for contracts, essays, reports, legal documents, and code snippets. SUPPORTED FILES • PDF (including scanned PDFs via on-device text recognition) • Word (.docx) • Plain text (.txt) and Markdown (.md) • Photos and images of documents (JPG, PNG, HEIC) • Or simply paste two blocks of text POWERFUL COMPARISON • Side-by-side view with synchronized scrolling • Unified view with inline highlights • Character, word, or line-level precision • Ignore whitespace or letter case • Jump between changes, search within results • Collapse unchanged lines to focus on what matters • Adjustable text size and line wrapping SCANNED DOCUMENTS & PHOTOS Got a scanned contract or a photo of a page? DocCompare reads the text directly on your device using Apple's text recognition — nothing is ever uploaded. EXPORT & SHARE • Printable PDF comparison report • Shareable image snapshot • Plain-text change list HISTORY Every comparison is saved on your device. Search past comparisons, pin the important ones, and reopen any result with one tap. PRIVATE BY DESIGN All processing happens on your iPhone or iPad. Your documents never leave your device — no uploads, no servers, no accounts. IN YOUR LANGUAGE Fully localized in English, Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, and Turkish. DocCompare Premium unlocks unlimited comparisons, full results, history, export, and text recognition for scanned documents. Choose a weekly or yearly subscription, or a one-time Lifetime purchase. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://emrekotun.github.io/doccompare_privacy_policy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Printer App

Features
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Smart Printer App Smart Printer is an all-in-one printing and PDF productivity app designed to simplify the way you handle documents on iPhone and iPad. From printing files and scanning pages to editing PDFs and converting formats, Smart Printer helps you complete everyday tasks quickly from one convenient place. Whether you're a student, office worker, business owner, or someone who simply prints and manages documents often, Smart Printer gives you the tools to stay organized and productive. You can print, sign, merge, split, protect, and convert files with an experience that feels smooth, modern, and easy to use. Print Documents Select PDF files from your device and print them in just a few taps. It is a simple and efficient way to handle important documents anytime. Print Photos Choose images from your gallery and print them directly from the app. Perfect for memories, personal use, or quick photo copies. Scan & Print Use your camera to scan paper documents and send them to print easily. This helps turn physical pages into clean digital copies in seconds. iCloud File Printing Access files stored in iCloud and print them without extra steps. It makes cloud-based document handling fast and convenient. Print Web Pages Open and print web pages directly from within the app. Great for articles, receipts, forms, and online information you want on paper. Notes to Print Write quick notes inside the app and print them instantly. Useful for reminders, study notes, lists, and office tasks. Draw & Print Create sketches, handwriting, or simple drawings and print them right away. A fun and practical tool for creativity and quick visual ideas. Sign PDF Add your signature to important PDF documents with ease. Ideal for forms, approvals, agreements, and official paperwork. Merge PDF Combine multiple PDF files into one organized document. This is helpful when you want all related pages in a single file. Split PDF Break one PDF into separate documents in a quick and simple way. Useful when you only need certain pages from a larger file. Rearrange Pages Change the order of PDF pages however you want. This gives you better control over how your final document is structured. Delete Pages Remove unwanted pages from a PDF without needing another editing tool. It helps keep your files clean and relevant. Lock PDF Protect your PDF files with a password for added privacy. A useful feature when sharing personal, business, or confidential documents. Photo to PDF Convert images into PDF files in a few taps. Great for creating shareable documents from photos, receipts, or scanned pages. Word to PDF Turn Word documents into PDF format for easier sharing and printing. Helps preserve formatting and improve compatibility. PPT to PDF Convert presentation files into PDFs for more convenient viewing and distribution. Useful for meetings, classes, and client sharing. Excel to PDF Transform spreadsheets into PDF files for neat and professional output. Perfect for reports, tables, and business records. PDF to Photos Export PDF pages as images for flexible sharing and reuse. Helpful when you need visual versions of document pages. Why Choose Smart Printer? Smart Printer combines printing, scanning, PDF tools, and file conversion into one easy app. It saves time, reduces hassle, and gives you more control over your documents. Note: To continue enjoying unlimited access to all premium features, users can purchase a subscription plan through the app. Privacy Policy https://sites.google.com/view/urbanappsprivacy
 Terms of Use https://sites.google.com/view/urbanappstermsofuse

Screenshots

DocCompare3 screens
Printer App4 screens

Verdict

The call

DocCompare and Printer App are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. DocCompare sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Printer App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DocCompare ships an update every 2 weeks, Printer App every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
DocCompare versus Printer App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDocComparePrinter App
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB16 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperEMRE KOTUNMunir Ahmad

In-app purchases

4 purchases

DocCompare

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Access$6.997 Days
  • Premium Lifetime Access$9.991 Month
  • Premium Access$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime Access$19.99
3 purchases

Printer App

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Plan$4.997 Days
  • Monthly Plan$8.991 Month
  • Yearly Plan$19.991 Year

Questions

Is DocCompare free?
DocCompare is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Printer App free?
Printer App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DocCompare or Printer App have ads?
Neither DocCompare nor Printer App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DocCompare or Printer App?
DocCompare ships an update every 2 weeks, and Printer App every 9 days. Most recently, DocCompare was updated on October 10, 2026 and Printer App on September 30, 2026.

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