# PayRange vs LaundryCat

PayRange and LaundryCat both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 58% of LaundryCat's written reviews are positive against 13% of PayRange's. LaundryCat also leads on monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). PayRange's advantage is ratings volume (221K vs 4.6K) and chart position (#32 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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 LaundryCat. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PayRange has 221K ratings behind it against 4.6K, 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 58% of LaundryCat's.

PayRange ships an update every 2 months, LaundryCat every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PayRange | LaundryCat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (221K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/payrange/id845555232/reviews) | **[4.8 (4.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/laundrycat/id1487906426/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **221K** | 4.6K |
| Positive reviews | 12.5% of reviews | **57.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | **#32** | — |
| Size | 21 MB | 54 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PayRange Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/845555235) | [Mitech Integrated Systems](https://appshunter.io/developer/1487736441) |

## What reviewers say

### PayRange

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

**Currently charting:** #32 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


### LaundryCat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/laundrycat/id1487906426)

Easily pay for and start laundry machines using your smartphone. This app requires NFC and only functions at participating LaundryCat-equipped locations.

**Highlights:** Pay for laundry machines, Start laundry machines, NFC payment support, Find participating locations

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Convenient payment options
- 🚀 Easy to use app
- 🧹 Clean and modern facilities
- 🤝 Helpful and friendly staff
- 🔒 Secure payment system

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes and bugs
- 💰 Minimum deposit requirement
- 📍 Location-restricted usage
- 🔄 Forced app updates
- 🤔 Confusing user interface

**Reported bugs**

- Payment issues with Apple Pay
- Washer/dryer availability not updating correctly
- App login and account management problems
- Notification system not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Allow exact payment amounts
- Sync app balance with laundry card
- Show time remaining for active cycles
- Ability to change location within app
- Add dark mode option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PayRange free?

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

### Is LaundryCat free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PayRange or LaundryCat?

LaundryCat is rated higher. PayRange averages 4.7 out of 5 from 221K ratings, while LaundryCat averages 4.8 from 4.6K ratings.

### Do PayRange or LaundryCat have ads?

Neither PayRange nor LaundryCat shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PayRange or LaundryCat?

PayRange ships an update every 2 months, and LaundryCat every 3 months. Most recently, PayRange was updated on September 25, 2026 and LaundryCat on September 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*