GoodReader Pro PDF Editor

GoodReader Pro PDF Editor

PDF Annotator, File Manager

269 ratings
120 reviews
$89.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 9, 2019
  • October 1, 2026

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This app offers robust PDF editing and annotation capabilities, alongside comprehensive file management for various document types. It allows users to securely store, organize, and access files from cloud services, enhancing productivity on mobile devices.

✓PDF annotation and editing
✓File management for various formats
✓Cloud service integration (Dropbox, Google Drive, etc.)
✓Military-grade AES-256 encryption
✓Split-screen viewing for iPad
✓PDF Reflow feature
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What's New in GoodReader Pro PDF Editor

6.0.1236

October 1, 2026

• Fixed the bug that caused incorrect displaying of PDF Outlines (Table of Contents). Was New in 6.0: GoodReader 6 is here! Explore our powerful new features and workflow enhancements: • MULTI-WINDOW SUPPORT: Seamlessly view and manage multiple files simultaneously on iPad. • INTUITIVE DRAG-AND-DROP: Move files and folders into and out of the app instantly. Skip the Import from Files dialog—just drag a downloaded file directly into GoodReader. • MAC COMPATIBILITY: Enjoy the full GoodReader experience on your Mac. • PDF ANNOTATIONS: Undo/Redo and Copy/Paste capabilities for effortless editing. • INTRODUCING NOTES: Capture ideas and comments instantly without ever leaving your document. Organize your thoughts into categories, and use Widgets or Shortcuts for instant, one-tap access. • TEXT FORMAT STRIPPER: Automatically strip rich text formatting from Pasteboard. Turn web clips into plain text suitable for emails. • PDF HYPERLINKS: Create tappable PDF links to web pages or local files. Supports standard URL schemes (http, https, mailto, file). • GOOGLE DRIVE UPGRADES: Sync files and folders directly from your "Shared with Me" section. • ENHANCED FILE TABS: Starred files now display their specific color tags on your tabs. • BOOKMARK & OUTLINE SEARCH: Quickly find exactly what you need within your Bookmarks and PDF Outlines. We’ve also included countless minor improvements and performance optimizations. Enjoy!

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User reviews

Awful, outdated and non-functional

I write this review to warn other people from buying this app. I am convinced the devs do not even use their own app. First of all, this app shows its age and not in a good way. It has a super outdated interface. Everything is needlessly complicated. It does not have simple features from modern PDF apps such as only allowing freehand drawing with the Apple Pencil. Instead, it still relies on an outdated palm rejection sliding region that was popular when the only way to handwrite on the iPad was with a capacitive touch stylus. Other than that, the WebDAV sync is very hit or miss, which is the only reason I bought the app, and even when it works, the freehand annotations are pixelated. I asked for a refund because honestly, even the free Apple Preview app does a much better job at doing the job. It’s not as if you could actually edit the PDF (only annotate), so the name is misleading. What a terrible waste of money and what an insult to charge so much for an untested app.
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Reliable and Focused

I purchased GoodReader Pro many years ago. At the same time, I have owned and used a number of other PDF reader and Editor programs. I continue to come back to GoodReader for the particular areas and features where it excels. In the areas it focuses on, I have found it to be very effective and a pleasure to use.
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Erstellen und Bearbeiten sehr dürftig

Das Erstellen brauchbarer Dokumente ist nicht möglich. Die Schreibwerkzeuge sind sehr umständlich zu bedienen und die Funktionen sehr rudimentär.
Es gibt nur die Schrift Typewriter.
Das ist oft nicht brauchbar.

Das Öffnen bearbeiteter PDF-Dateien führt häufig dazu, dass zuvor eingefügte Elemente nicht übernommen oder nicht korrekt dargestellt werden.

Weshalb lassen sich Unterschriften nicht abspeichern und wiederverwenden?

Am Mac ist die Bedienung noch schlechter. Es gibt keine sinnvolle Maus- oder Tastatur-Unterstützung.
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Editor-ish

I’ve been using this app on and off since it’s inception. With “Pro” in the name, it implies you can edit PDFs as you wish. A simple edit feature is CROP. This app, esp for what it costs and calls itself, needs the ability to crop a PDF, not just appear as cropped within the app.

I emailed their support asking for how to apply a CROP to a file, and their reply was “it only appears cropped in the app.” Thanks. I found a roundabout workaround to save the crop as a new file, but it’s not intuitive AT ALL. To the Devs: fix this and I will revise my review.
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Need feature

Please add invert color for pdf file

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Reported Bugs

15 issues

Cannot move bookmarks from old to Pro version

Bug

Dropbox/OneDrive sync not working

Bug

iCloud integration issues

Bug

App crashes when adding photos

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App freezes after annotation

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App does not keep pattern open after closing

Bug

iPad version web server option not working

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Cannot change or disable app password

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Encrypted PDF export issues

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Glitchy highlighter and eraser

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Cannot access files through Dropbox

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No longer syncs with OneDrive or Dropbox

Bug

Files lost after upgrading to new app

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Cannot download embedded video

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Cannot see iCloud files without workaround

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Requested Features

16 requests

Proper night mode (inverted colors)

Feature

Bookmark sharing feature

Feature

PC version of the app

Feature

Profile switching for open tabs

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Editable text feature

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Support for Chinese language

Feature

Adjustable plain text font size

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Two-page PDF viewing

Feature

Option to ignore finger/hand annotation

Feature

True dark mode with inverted colors

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Edit text within PDFs

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Improve note-taking and thumbnail features

Feature

Add text editing function

Feature

Make max number of open tabs configurable

Feature

Improve PDF annotation experience

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Allow editing of actual text in PDFs

Feature

FAQ

What does GoodReader Pro PDF Editor do?

This app combines advanced PDF editing and annotation features with robust file management capabilities. It allows users to read, mark up, and organize a wide range of document types, including PDFs, MS Office files, and images, directly on their iOS devices.

What are the key features of this app?

Key features include comprehensive PDF annotation tools, file management for various formats, integration with popular cloud services like Dropbox and Google Drive, military-grade AES-256 data encryption, and a split-screen viewing mode for iPads. It also offers a PDF Reflow feature for improved reading.

How much does GoodReader Pro PDF Editor cost?

The app is a one-time purchase and comes with the Pro Pack pre-activated, meaning there are no subscriptions or in-app purchases required. This provides full access to all its features from the start.

What devices is GoodReader Pro PDF Editor compatible with?

The app is designed for iOS devices. It offers features like split-screen viewing specifically optimized for iPads, suggesting broad compatibility across recent iPhone and iPad models.

What are common use cases for this app?

Common use cases include annotating PDFs for work or study, managing large collections of files and folders on the go, securely accessing and syncing documents from cloud storage, and reviewing documents with enhanced readability through features like PDF Reflow.