# FOREVER® vs Epson FastFoto

The clearest difference is rating: Epson FastFoto at 4.8 against FOREVER®'s 3.9. Epson FastFoto also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 13) and ratings volume (1.3K vs 275). FOREVER®'s advantage is review sentiment (67% vs 38%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FOREVER® sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. Epson FastFoto asks for nothing beyond the download.

Epson FastFoto holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 275 and 1.3K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 67% of FOREVER®'s written reviews are positive against 38% of Epson FastFoto's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

FOREVER® ships an update every 3 weeks, Epson FastFoto every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FOREVER® | Epson FastFoto |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (275 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forever/id808235823/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/epson-fastfoto/id1526603887/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 275 | **1.3K** |
| Positive reviews | **67.0% of reviews** | 37.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 81 MB | 92 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Forever, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/808235826) | [Seiko Epson Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/326876195) |

## What reviewers say

### FOREVER®

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forever/id808235823)

Securely store photos, videos, and documents permanently for your lifetime plus 100 years. Organize, back up, and share memories with guaranteed privacy and no ads. Files are automatically upgraded to industry standards over time.

**Highlights:** Permanent cloud storage, Lifetime + 100 year guarantee, Secure file storage, Organize with tags and albums, Automatic backup and sync, Ad-free experience, Secure sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 GB Storage - 50% OFF! | $99.99 | one-time |
| 5 GB Storage | $99.99 | one-time |
| 10 GB Storage - 40% OFF! | $119.99 | one-time |
| 10 GB Storage - 30% OFF! | $139.99 | one-time |
| 10 GB Storage - 20% OFF! | $159.99 | one-time |
| 10 GB Storage - On Sale! | $169.99 | one-time |
| 10 GB Storage | $179.99 | one-time |
| 25 GB Storage - 50% OFF! | $199.99 | one-time |
| 25 GB Storage - 40% OFF! | $239.99 | one-time |
| 50 GB Storage - 50% OFF! | $299.99 | one-time |
| 25 GB Storage | $349.99 | one-time |
| 25 GB Storage - On Sale! | $349.99 | one-time |
| 50 GB Storage | $599.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Permanent storage
- 🔒 Secure and private
- 👍 Easy to organize and share photos
- 👍 Automatic photo backup
- 👍 Lifetime access with one-time payment

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Syncing and uploading issues
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and use
- 💰 Expensive storage plans
- 🔍 Missing key features (e.g., offline access, photo editing)

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Inconsistent performance after updates
- Syncing issues with older devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to delete photos from phone after upload
- Improved background syncing
- More customization options for album views
- Integration with other photo services


### Epson FastFoto

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/epson-fastfoto/id1526603887)

Transform your photos into shareable movies with voice and text. Scan wirelessly from your smartphone or tablet directly to your scanner, no PC needed. Easily upload your creations to the cloud or social media.

**Highlights:** Wireless scanning from smartphone/tablet, PC-free operation, My Story photo movie maker, Voiceover recording for slideshows, Add text and background music, Cloud and social media uploads

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy setup and use
- 🚀 Fast scanning
- 💡 Ability to create digital albums
- 👍 Good image quality

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues with Wi-Fi
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🐛 Incorrect date/time stamp on scanned photos
- 🚫 No landscape mode on iPad

**Reported bugs**

- Wireless connection issues
- App locking up after scanning
- Inability to find the Epson printer on the same network

**Requested features**

- Bulk delete option
- Ability to save scans as PDF
- Landscape mode support for iPad


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FOREVER® free?

FOREVER® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Epson FastFoto free?

Epson FastFoto is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, FOREVER® or Epson FastFoto?

Epson FastFoto is rated higher. FOREVER® averages 3.9 out of 5 from 275 ratings, while Epson FastFoto averages 4.8 from 1.3K ratings.

### Do FOREVER® or Epson FastFoto have ads?

Neither FOREVER® nor Epson FastFoto shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FOREVER® or Epson FastFoto?

FOREVER® ships an update every 3 weeks, and Epson FastFoto every 4 months. Most recently, FOREVER® was updated on September 11, 2026 and Epson FastFoto on September 23, 2026.

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