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ezeep vs PrintNode

Both stand on print management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

ezeep

Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+5

ezeep offers server-free cloud printing, secure job release, and API tools across a broad range of listed platforms. The free plan has an API page limit, while Pro begins with a 10-user minimum.

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PrintNode

Free plan APILinuxMac+3

PrintNode combines remote printing with developer integrations, scale support, and private deployment options. Check printer configuration requirements and device support, and choose a plan based on its print and computer limits.

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The facts

ezeepPrintNode
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onAndroid, API, Extension, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, WindowsAPI, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows
Lowest paid planPro: €3.45 a monthEssential yearly: $90 a year
Plans published410
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websiteezeep.comprintnode.com
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ezeep: what it does well

  • Designed to work without print servers or printer drivers.
  • Secure Pull Printing requires authentication at the printer.
  • Lists support for desktop, mobile, and browser platforms.
  • REST API can manage printers and users.
  • Free plan includes unlimited user print jobs.

What to know first

  • Free plan allows 50 API pages per organization monthly.
  • Pro has a 10-user minimum.
  • Unreleased Pull Printing jobs expire after 72 hours.

PrintNode: what it does well

  • Supports PDF and RAW printing, including ZPL and EPL.
  • Scale data is available through API or WebSockets.
  • Offers RESTful API, webhooks, and delegated authentication.
  • Standalone Server supports private deployments.
  • Free Lite plan includes 50 monthly prints.

What to know first

  • Client does not search local networks for printers.
  • Printers must be configured on a computer running the client.
  • Mobile phones and tablets are not supported.
  • Free Lite is limited to one computer.

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