HP, Canon, Epson, and Brother dominate the printer app conversation — and for good reason. They still sell printers and actively maintain their mobile apps. But millions of households still run printers from Dell, Kodak, or Pantum, and those owners search for app guidance too.
This guide covers the mobile printing apps for these three brands honestly: what still works, what is discontinued, and what to do if you own aging hardware that the manufacturer has moved on from. For the major-brand comparison, see our best printer apps guide. For the general mobile printing workflow, see print from phone.
Smart Printer — the third-party iOS app we mention throughout this site — is not affiliated with Dell, Kodak, or Pantum. It prints through AirPrint to any compatible printer on your network. If your Dell, Kodak, or Pantum printer supports AirPrint, Smart Printer works with it the same way iOS’s built-in Share menu does.
Why These Brands Need a Separate Guide
Dell, Kodak, and Pantum share a trait that HP and Canon do not: their relationship with the printer market has changed significantly.
Dell exited the consumer printer business. The company licensed printing to others and stopped developing new models or apps. Existing Dell printers still print, but the software is frozen in time.
Kodak stopped making consumer printers entirely. The Kodak brand name appears on some licensed products, but the Hero and ESP printers many people own are legacy devices supported by aging apps.
Pantum is the exception — a growing brand, primarily in laser printers, with a current app and active product line. Pantum is the one brand in this guide where buying new hardware and using the app still makes sense.
Grouping them together is practical because people searching for “Dell printer app” or “Kodak printer app” face the same underlying question: does this still work on my phone in 2026?
Dell Mobile Print: Legacy App for Legacy Printers
Dell sold inkjet and laser printers for years before exiting the consumer market. If you have a Dell printer — common models include the Dell V, E, S, and W series inkjets and Dell laser printers from the 1310 through 2350 ranges — you may remember Dell Mobile Print as the official app.
Current Status
Dell Mobile Print is no longer actively developed. Dell’s consumer printer business wound down, and the app has not received meaningful updates in years. It may still be downloadable from the App Store or Google Play depending on your region, but compatibility with current iOS and Android versions is inconsistent.
If you already have the app installed and it works with your Dell printer, you can continue using it. Do not expect troubleshooting support from Dell or app updates if a future phone operating system breaks compatibility.
What Dell Mobile Print Did
When it was maintained, Dell Mobile Print offered:
- Wi-Fi setup assistance for Dell wireless printers
- Mobile printing from photos, documents, and web pages
- Printer status and ink level monitoring
- Scanning on Dell all-in-one models (limited models)
The app only worked with Dell-branded printers. It did not support other brands.
Printing From iPhone to a Dell Printer Today
Check whether your Dell printer supports AirPrint — some models did before Dell exited the market. If it does, your iPhone can print through the built-in Share → Print dialog without Dell Mobile Print. Search your exact model number plus “AirPrint” to confirm.
If your Dell printer lacks AirPrint and Dell Mobile Print no longer works on your phone, your options narrow:
Print through a computer. Connect the Dell printer to a Mac or PC via USB or network, enable printer sharing, and print from your phone through the shared queue. This adds a computer as a middleman — workable but not elegant.
Replace the printer. Entry-level AirPrint-compatible printers from HP, Canon, Epson, and Brother start at reasonable prices. If mobile printing matters and your Dell hardware is more than five years old, replacement is often the most practical path. See our AirPrint compatible printers guide for what to look for in a new device.
Use the printer from a computer only. If the Dell still produces good output when connected to a desktop, there is no shame in skipping mobile printing for an aging device.
For iPhone users whose Dell printer does support AirPrint, apps like Smart Printer add document organization and scanning on top of the standard AirPrint connection — useful if you print regularly and want one workspace instead of jumping between apps.
Kodak Printer App: Supporting Aging Hero and ESP Models
Kodak was an early player in affordable home inkjet printing with its Hero, ESP, and later Verite lines. Kodak stopped manufacturing printers, but many of these devices still sit on desks and in home offices.
Current Status
Kodak’s mobile printing app — listed variously as Kodak Verite Print, Kodak Printer App, or Kodak Classic Print depending on model and region — remains available for download. Like Dell Mobile Print, it is not actively developed for new printer models because Kodak is not making new printers.
The app works best with Kodak Hero 3.x through 7.x series, ESP printers, and Verite models that originally supported mobile printing. Compatibility with iOS 17 and 18 or current Android versions varies — test on your specific phone rather than assuming it works.
What the Kodak App Does
The Kodak printer app provides:
- Wi-Fi setup for supported Kodak wireless printers
- Photo and document printing from your phone’s camera roll and files
- Ink level monitoring on supported models
- Basic photo editing before printing (crop, rotate, filters)
Features depend heavily on which Kodak printer you own. Older ESP models have fewer app features than later Hero and Verite devices.
AirPrint and Kodak Printers
Some Kodak printers included AirPrint support — particularly later Hero and Verite models. If yours does, iPhone printing works through the built-in Share menu and you do not need the Kodak app for everyday printing. Our what is AirPrint guide explains how that connection works.
Many older Kodak ESP models predate AirPrint and rely entirely on the Kodak app for mobile printing. As that app ages and phone operating systems update, this becomes an increasing liability.
Practical Advice for Kodak Printer Owners
If your Kodak printer still works with the app on your current phone, continue using it for mobile printing. Back up important documents elsewhere — do not depend on a discontinued printing ecosystem for critical workflows.
If the app stopped working after a phone update, try printing from a computer or consider replacement. Kodak ink cartridges for older models are also becoming harder to find, which affects the total cost of keeping the printer running regardless of app status.
Android users with Kodak printers follow the same logic: enable the Default Print Service in Settings, try the Kodak app, and fall back to computer-based printing if mobile no longer works. Our print from Android guide covers the general Android printing setup.
Pantum Print: A Current App for a Current Brand
Pantum is the outlier in this guide — a brand still selling new printers and maintaining its mobile app. Pantum focuses primarily on laser printers for home and small office use, with competitive pricing on monochrome and color laser models.
Current Status
Pantum Print (also called Pantum Mobile Print in some app stores) is actively available for iPhone and Android. Pantum continues to release new printer models and update the app for current operating systems. If you buy a new Pantum printer today, the app is part of the intended setup experience.
What Pantum Print Does
Pantum Print covers the standard manufacturer app feature set:
- Wi-Fi setup — guided connection for new Pantum printers on your home network
- Mobile printing — send documents and photos from your phone to the printer
- Printer status — toner levels, error messages, and online/offline state
- Scanning — on Pantum multifunction models with flatbed scanners
- Firmware updates — pushed through the app on supported models
The interface is functional rather than polished — Pantum prioritizes affordability in hardware, and the app reflects that practical focus. It works reliably for setup and basic printing without unnecessary complexity.
Pantum and AirPrint
Many current Pantum laser printers include AirPrint support, particularly models sold in international markets. If your Pantum printer supports AirPrint, iPhone printing works through the built-in Share menu without installing Pantum Print.
Verify AirPrint for your exact model number before assuming support. Pantum’s product line spans budget models that include AirPrint and older units that require the Pantum app exclusively. Search our AirPrint compatible printers guide and Pantum’s spec pages for confirmation.
For iPhone users with AirPrint-compatible Pantum printers who want document management beyond the basic print dialog, Smart Printer provides scanning, file organization, and a unified print queue through the same AirPrint protocol — no Pantum affiliation required.
Pantum on Android
Android users with Pantum printers should enable Default Print Service in Settings and install Pantum Print if the printer does not appear automatically. Pantum Print registers the printer with Android’s print framework, making it available in the system print dialog across all apps.
The setup path mirrors other brands: connect the printer to Wi-Fi through the app, enable Android printing in Settings, and print from any app. See print from phone for the cross-platform overview.
Comparing the Three: Dell vs. Kodak vs. Pantum Apps
| Factor | Dell Mobile Print | Kodak Printer App | Pantum Print |
|---|---|---|---|
| App status | Discontinued | Legacy / limited updates | Active |
| New printers available | No | No | Yes |
| iPhone printing via AirPrint | Some models | Some models | Many current models |
| Wi-Fi setup via app | Yes (legacy) | Yes (legacy) | Yes |
| Recommended for new buyers | No | No | Yes (budget laser) |
| Best phone printing path | AirPrint if supported | AirPrint if supported | AirPrint or Pantum Print |
The pattern is clear: for Dell and Kodak, treat the manufacturer app as a legacy tool for hardware you already own. For Pantum, the app is a current part of the product experience.
When to Use the Manufacturer App vs. AirPrint
Regardless of brand, the decision logic is the same.
Use AirPrint (built into iOS) when:
- Your printer supports AirPrint — check the exact model number
- You are printing documents, emails, photos, or web pages from other apps
- You want the simplest path without depending on a potentially discontinued app
Use the manufacturer app when:
- You are setting up a new printer on Wi-Fi for the first time
- Your printer does not support AirPrint and the app still works on your phone
- You need scanning, toner monitoring, or firmware updates the built-in dialog does not offer
Use Smart Printer (third-party iOS app) when:
- Your printer supports AirPrint (any brand, including Pantum)
- You want document organization, scanning, and a unified print workflow
- You print regularly and the bare Share → Print dialog feels insufficient
Smart Printer is not a workaround for printers that lack AirPrint. It uses AirPrint under the hood, same as iOS itself. If Dell Mobile Print or the Kodak app no longer function on your phone and your printer lacks AirPrint, Smart Printer cannot bridge that gap either.
Troubleshooting Legacy Dell and Kodak Apps
When an aging manufacturer app fails on a current phone, try these steps before giving up on mobile printing.
Check app store availability. Search for the app by name in your phone’s app store. Regional availability varies, and some legacy apps have been removed entirely.
Try an older app version. On Android, sideloading an older APK is possible but risky — only download from reputable sources. On iPhone, you can only install the current App Store version.
Confirm same Wi-Fi network. Legacy apps use the same network discovery as modern ones. Guest networks and router isolation block connections regardless of app age.
Restart printer and phone. Basic but effective, especially after router or phone OS updates.
Print a network configuration page. Verify the printer is actually connected to Wi-Fi and has a valid IP address. Legacy printers lose network settings when routers change.
Test AirPrint separately. On iPhone, open Safari, tap Share, then Print. If the printer appears here, you do not need the legacy app for printing — only for features like scanning that AirPrint does not cover.
Update or reinstall the app. If the app is still on the store, delete and reinstall it. Clear cached data on Android.
If none of these work, the honest answer is that your printer’s mobile printing era may be over. Computer-based printing or hardware replacement are the remaining options.
Should You Replace Your Dell or Kodak Printer?
Replacement is a bigger decision than an app troubleshooting step, but it is worth considering honestly.
Replace if:
- The manufacturer app no longer works on your current phone
- Your printer lacks AirPrint and you primarily print from iPhone
- Ink or toner cartridges are hard to find or disproportionately expensive
- Print quality or reliability has degraded
Keep if:
- AirPrint works from your iPhone (verify before assuming)
- The app still functions on your current phone and OS version
- You mainly print from a computer and mobile printing is occasional
- The printer produces good output and supplies are still available affordably
If you replace, prioritize AirPrint support in the new printer. Our AirPrint compatible printers guide explains what to verify before buying. Current HP, Canon, Epson, and Brother models commonly include AirPrint at every price point — you do not need to stay with Dell, Kodak, or Pantum to print from your phone reliably.
Pantum owners face a different calculation. If you own a current Pantum laser with working Wi-Fi and AirPrint, there is no urgency to switch brands. Pantum Print is maintained, supplies are available, and the hardware competes on value.
The Bottom Line
Dell and Kodak printer apps serve legacy hardware — useful if they still work on your phone, but not something to build a printing workflow around in 2026. Pantum Print is the active exception: a current app for a current brand, particularly strong in the budget laser segment.
For all three brands, AirPrint is the best iPhone printing path when your model supports it. Skip discontinued apps, open any document, tap Share, tap Print. If you want more workflow around that connection — scanning, document libraries, print queues — Smart Printer handles any AirPrint-compatible printer regardless of brand, without affiliation to Dell, Kodak, or Pantum.
Before investing time in legacy app troubleshooting, look up your exact printer model and check for AirPrint support. That single spec determines whether your phone can print reliably for years to come, or whether you are depending on software that may not survive the next phone upgrade.