# PayRange vs Speed Queen

PayRange and Speed Queen both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 41% of Speed Queen's written reviews are positive against 13% of PayRange's. Speed Queen also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). PayRange's advantage is ratings volume (221K vs 23K) and chart position (#49 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for PayRange against 4.8 for Speed Queen. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PayRange has 221K ratings behind it against 23K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 13% of PayRange's written reviews are positive against 41% of Speed Queen's.

PayRange ships an update every 2 months, Speed Queen every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | PayRange | Speed Queen |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (221K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/payrange/id845555232/reviews) | **[4.8 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speed-queen/id1235121730/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **221K** | 23K |
| Positive reviews | 12.5% of reviews | **40.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | **#49** | — |
| Size | 21 MB | 48 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PayRange Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/845555235) | [Alliance Laundry Systems LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1076986739) |

## What reviewers say

### PayRange

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/payrange/id845555232)

**Currently charting:** #49 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Pay for services at supported machines using your phone. Simply swipe on your screen to select a machine and authorize payment, eliminating the need for cash or coins. Enjoy a quick, secure, and convenient way to pay for vending, laundry, and more.

**Highlights:** Pay with phone swipe, Supports vending machines, Supports laundry machines, Supports arcade machines, Supports parking meters, Secure payment processing, Automatic machine detection

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient app for laundry payments
- 👍 Notifies when laundry is done
- 💡 Ability to add small amounts to dryers
- 🤝 Good customer service response

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App connectivity issues
- 🕰️ Inaccurate time estimates on machines
- 💰 Unexpected fees and charges
- 🔒 Concerns about security and money handling

**Reported bugs**

- App logging users out frequently
- Machines showing as unavailable when they are not
- Payments not registering on machines
- Inability to get refunds for failed transactions

**Requested features**

- Option to pause/cancel wash cycle
- Ability to view machine availability
- More flexible payment options
- Improved user interface


### Speed Queen

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/speed-queen/id1235121730)

Easily pay for washers and dryers directly from your smartphone. Check machine availability, receive notifications when your laundry is almost done, and streamline your laundry day.

**Highlights:** Mobile payment for washers and dryers, View machine availability, Location-based machine finder, Laundry completion notifications, Contactless payment

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Convenient payment option
- 🚀 Easy to use app
- 💡 Helpful features like real-time machine availability and alerts
- 👍 Clean and organized laundromat facilities
- 👍 Friendly and helpful staff

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitchy and unreliable app performance
- 💰 Minimum $10 deposit requirement
- 🔍 Lack of customer support and refund options
- 🤔 Confusing and inconsistent app behavior
- 🔒 Security and payment issues

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes, freezes, or fails to connect to machines
- Incorrect machine availability status
- Unexpected charges or lost funds
- Issues with email verification and account login

**Requested features**

- Allow users to pay per cycle instead of pre-loading funds
- Implement a way to notify others when machines are available
- Add a directory to find laundromats that support the app
- Improve the app's stability and reliability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PayRange free?

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

### Is Speed Queen free?

Speed Queen is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, PayRange or Speed Queen?

Speed Queen is rated higher. PayRange averages 4.7 out of 5 from 221K ratings, while Speed Queen averages 4.8 from 23K ratings.

### Do PayRange or Speed Queen have ads?

Neither PayRange nor Speed Queen shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PayRange or Speed Queen?

PayRange ships an update every 2 months, and Speed Queen every 2 weeks. Most recently, PayRange was updated on October 14, 2026 and Speed Queen on October 14, 2026.

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