Comparison

Epson Datacom vs Direct Shot

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

Head to head
About

Epson Datacom

Create and print professional labels for network infrastructure. Supports ANSI and TIA-606-B standards with portable Bluetooth connectivity. Ideal for field or office use.

Highlights
  • Network infrastructure labeling
  • ANSI/TIA-606-B templates
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Portable printing
  • Batch label creation
  • Custom label design
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Epson Datacom allows users to easily create and print labels specifically for network infrastructure equipment including patch panels, cabling, faceplates and more. Select simplified ANSI and/or TIA-606-B compatible templates to get the job done right. Deploy your labeling solution easily across contract and/or company electrical crews alike. Unmatched in portability, flexibility and affordability, the LW-600P/LW-PX400/LW-Z710 label printer is a complete solution. Utilizing Bluetooth connectivity and six AA batteries (AC adapter also included) the printer is always ready to go. Print out custom labels in the field or automate the creation of label batches from the office. Check Supported Devices https://support.epson.net/appinfo/datacom/list/

About

Direct Shot

Features
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Direct Shot is free to download. Skip the Camera Roll and send your photos and videos directly to the cloud folders you choose. iCloud is included at no cost, with Google Drive and Dropbox available as an optional upgrade. 
 Stay organized and shoot directly to the right place, every time. 
HOW IT WORKS • From the Direct Shot camera, select your destination and take your shot
 • Choose as many folder destinations as you want, across any connected service
 • Your media is automatically uploaded to the chosen folder — and never added to your Camera Roll 
 WHO IT'S FOR Direct Shot is perfect for anyone who wants to use their iPhone or iPad camera as an archiving or organizational tool, including:
 • Designers & Developers: Sketches, post-it notes, whiteboards, magazines
 • Teachers & Students: Assignments, notes, whiteboards, project elements 
• Business Travelers: Receipts, expenses, rental-car info, directions
 • Photographers & Videographers: Layouts, locations, lighting tests 
• Contractors & Plumbers: Receipts, wiring, replacement parts, specs
 • Insurance Adjusters: Accident photos, damage detail, claim information INCLUDES • iCloud is on us — Google Drive and Dropbox are available as an optional upgrade • Full camera controls: photo and video, multiple zoom levels, aspect ratios, rule-of-thirds grid, rear and front facing cameras, portrait and landscape, built-in timer, and flash • Home screen and lock screen widgets show your current destination and launch the camera in one tap
 • Photo and video format and file size settings tuned to your device's camera capabilities ------------------------------------------ Note: Direct Shot works even when offline — iCloud will upload the next time your connection is restored. Google Drive and Dropbox require an internet connection. Direct Shot needs access to your Camera and Microphone (for video) — make sure to grant access when prompted. ------------------------------------------ Support: Email: jeremybconn@gmail.com Web: directshot.net

Screenshots

Epson Datacom4 screens
Direct Shot4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Epson Datacom at none against Direct Shot's 1. Epson Datacom also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Direct Shot sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Epson Datacom asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Epson Datacom versus Direct Shot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEpson DatacomDirect Shot
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews30.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSeiko Epson CorporationJeremy Conn

In-app purchases

None

Epson Datacom

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Direct Shot

One-time1
  • Cloud Services$2.99

Questions

Is Epson Datacom free?
Epson Datacom is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Direct Shot free?
Direct Shot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Epson Datacom or Direct Shot have ads?
Neither Epson Datacom nor Direct Shot shows ads.

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