Pharos Print vs The RM Planner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pharos Print
Submit documents from your iOS device to a secure print queue. Edit finishing options, preview, and manage print jobs. Requires a Pharos MobilePrint solution within your organization.
- Submit content to secure print queue
- Edit finishing options
- Preview documents
- Delete print jobs
- View print queue
- Release print jobs
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The Pharos Print app, part of the Pharos MobilePrint solution, allows you to easily submit content from your iOS device to a Pharos secure print queue. To use this app, Pharos MobilePrint and a Pharos secure print solution must be in place within your organization. Features • Easily submit content from your phone or tablet into a Pharos secure print queue. • Edit your finishing options before you print. • Preview your document(s) before you print. • Delete a print job from your Pharos secure print queue. • View all documents in your Pharos secure print queue. • View your Available Funds and job cost (when applicable). • Release print jobs to the printer (if configured). • Select printers for release by scanning QR code (if configured). Operating Environment • Supports iOS 14.0 and newer iPhone and iPad models. • Supports Pharos MobilePrint 2.0+ with Pharos Uniprint 9.0+ • Supports Pharos MobilePrint 2.0+ with Pharos Blueprint 5.2+ • QR Print Release requires MobilePrint 2.4 and Uniprint 9.1 SP3 Supported Files (Important) Uploading or opening files from other apps via “Open In” and "Sharing", or via the "Upload" button in the app supports the following file formats: Microsoft Office® documents, Microsoft Outlook®, PDF, images (JPG, GIF, PNG, BMP), text files (CSV, RTF & TXT), and OpenOffice documents. How to use the features of Pharos Print app [Note: some features or settings may be disabled by your organization, as noted] A. Download and install the Pharos Print app to your iOS device. B. Connect Pharos Print to your organization’s Pharos MobilePrint server. a. Open the Pharos Print app. b. Contact your organization’s IT administrator to obtain the Pharos MobilePrint server information (URL). c. Enter the Pharos Server Name and Server Port (both are required). d. Select Connect e. The Pharos Print app will connect to the Pharos server and display a User Authentication Screen. C. Authenticate to the Pharos Server. a. Enter the credentials that you normally use to print (your username and password). b. Select Log On to enter the Pharos Print app. D. Files can be submitted either via the Upload icon in the app or by using the native iOS “Open In” or the "Sharing" command to submit your print job. a. To upload supported documents from the app, simply log in and use the "Upload" button. Sources for files on your device, or cloud, will be presented. b. To upload supported documents using “Open In" or "Sharing" i. Select content in any app that supports “Open In" or "Sharing". ii. Select Open In/Share. iii. Select the Open/Share in Pharos Print icon. E. You may set finishing options, preview, or delete a document a. Select a print job in your job list. b. Apply your desired finishing options via the "Print Options" tab at the bottom of the app: i. 1 sided or 2 sided ii. Color or Black & White iii. Pages per side iv. Number of copies v. Page range to print c. To preview documents, select a document and use the "Preview" button. d. To delete documents, select a document and use the "Delete" button. F. To print documents, this option must be allowed by your organization a. Select document(s) to print b. Then either use the tab at the bottom of the app to select a printer (if available) c. Or use the “QR Code” icon at the top right of the app (if available) to enable the camera and point it at the QR code on the printer you want to print to. G. To view available funds you have for printing, use the “Payment method” tab at the bottom of the app. a. If made available by your organization, the app may offer the ability to “Add Funds” via the link on this tab. H. Logging out a. To log out of the Pharos Print app, select the gear icon in the upper left corner and select Log out.
The RM Planner
This app helps you achieve your goals with a planner that combines goal tracking, daily checklists, and a flexible calendar. It also features a supportive community for real-time chat, progress sharing, and virtual meetups to keep you motivated.
- Goal setting and progress visualization
- Daily task checklists
- Flexible calendar views (Agenda, Day, 3-Day, Month)
- Event creation with reminders
- Community chat and meetups
- Inspirational video library
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Build momentum toward your goals with The RM Planner, a simple, powerful planner that combines goals, daily checklists, and a flexible calendar with a supportive community. Track personal goals, plan your day, and stay on top of what matters. Add tasks in seconds, view your Agenda, Day, 3‑Day, or Month, and get timely reminders. Join community meetups, chat in real time, and share progress for extra accountability. RR Planner helps you plan with intention and follow through. What you can do: - Goals: Set personal goals and visualize progress over time - Daily checklist: Add, complete, and organize tasks fast - Calendar: Agenda, Day, 3‑Day, and Month views with search - Events: Create one‑off or repeating events with guests and reminders - Notifications: Get nudges before tasks and events - Community: Real‑time chat, posts, likes, comments, and meetups - Meetups: Explore, filter, RSVP, and host virtual or in‑person events - Library: Watch R&R videos to learn and stay inspired Why you’ll love it - Clear, focused design that makes planning feel easy - Powerful scheduling with repeat rules, timezones, and reminders - Built‑in community for support, accountability, and connection Note Some features require an active subscription (free trial available) We respect your privacy and do not track you across apps Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: The RM Planner at 100% against Pharos Print's 8%. The RM Planner also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 9 months). Pharos Print's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. The RM Planner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Pharos Print asks for nothing beyond the download.
Pharos Print ships an update every 9 months, The RM Planner every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Pharos Print | The RM Planner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.3 (240 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 7.6% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 240 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | Every 3 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 70 MB | 63 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Pharos Systems International | Returned and Renewed LLC |
Customer experience
Pharos Print
The RM Planner
Bugs and requests
Pharos Print
Reported bugs
24 issues- App won't open/load
- App crashes
- Constant disconnections
- Files disappearing
- Network issues
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- App freezes
- Login issues
- Server connection issues
- Printing fails
- Blurry prints
- Double-sided printing
- QR code won't scan
- Laggy UX
- Complicated to use
- Incompatible with iOS versions
- Keyboard covers login button
- Cannot add funds
- Doesn't recognize files
- Poor UI testing
- Limited app options
- Doesn't print from other apps
- Slow loading times
- Print button cut off
- No print button
Requested features
8 requests- Add a progress bar for loading
- Fix keyboard blocking login button
- Add an upload feature
- Allow printing from other apps
- Add page range option for printing
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- Update app to look more native to iOS
- Fix print button being cut off
- Add a print button
The RM Planner
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Pharos Print
No in-app purchases
The RM Planner
- The RM Planner Monthly7 Days trial$5.991 Month
- The RM Planner Annual Subscription7 Days trial$59.991 Year
Questions
Is Pharos Print free?
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