# PDF Viewer by Nutrient vs GoodReader Pro PDF Editor

The clearest difference is price: PDF Viewer by Nutrient at Free against GoodReader Pro PDF Editor's $89.99. PDF Viewer by Nutrient also leads on ratings volume (9.1K vs 269) and device support (4 vs 2). GoodReader Pro PDF Editor's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On rating, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

PDF Viewer by Nutrient is free to download; GoodReader Pro PDF Editor costs $89.99 up front. PDF Viewer by Nutrient sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 3 months. GoodReader Pro PDF Editor asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for PDF Viewer by Nutrient against 4.7 for GoodReader Pro PDF Editor. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PDF Viewer by Nutrient has 9.1K ratings behind it against 269, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 74% of PDF Viewer by Nutrient's written reviews are positive against 68% of GoodReader Pro PDF Editor's.

PDF Viewer by Nutrient ships an update monthly, GoodReader Pro PDF Editor every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PDF Viewer by Nutrient | GoodReader Pro PDF Editor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $89.99 |
| Rating | [4.6 (9.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-viewer-by-nutrient/id1120099014/reviews) | **[4.7 (269 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goodreader-pro-pdf-editor/id1451012117/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9.1K** | 269 |
| Positive reviews | **73.6% of reviews** | 67.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Paid |
| Size | 112 MB | 53 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PSPDFKit GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/966931428) | [Good.iWare, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/289191291) |

## What reviewers say

### PDF Viewer by Nutrient

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-viewer-by-nutrient/id1120099014)

Easily view, search, and annotate PDF documents on your iPhone and iPad. Import files from cloud services, fill out forms, add signatures, and organize your documents. Advanced features like redaction and combining documents are available with a Pro subscription.

**Highlights:** View and search PDFs, Annotate with highlights and notes, Sign documents digitally, Fill out PDF forms, Organize and share documents, Import from cloud services

**Features:** Family Sharing, iMessage stickers

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PDF Viewer Pro 3 Months | $6.99 | per 3 months |
| PDF Viewer Pro Yearly | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Seamless integration with iCloud and Files app
- 👍 Intuitive annotation tools with Apple Pencil
- 🎨 Versatile highlighting and drawing options
- 💾 Saves annotations to original PDF files
- 🔍 Powerful search and navigation features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and performance issues
- 🤔 Confusing UI and steep learning curve
- 🔀 Difficulty managing and organizing PDF files
- 🔍 Inconsistent text selection and highlighting
- 🔒 Privacy concerns around data collection

**Reported bugs**

- Annotations randomly disappearing or not saving
- Incompatibility issues with certain PDF files
- Scrolling and panning problems on large PDFs
- Unexpected crashes after iOS updates

**Requested features**

- Add a rubber/eraser tool for annotations
- Implement a side-by-side PDF view mode
- Improve palm rejection and gesture support
- Allow customization of toolbar and shortcuts
- Provide better options for PDF file management


### GoodReader Pro PDF Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goodreader-pro-pdf-editor/id1451012117)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 📂 Excellent file management
- 📚 Great for PDF organization
- ✍️ Powerful annotation tools
- 🚀 Fast loading and performance
- 🔄 Reliable syncing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Expensive for some
- 🔄 Tedious data transfer to Pro
- ❓ Little difference between regular and Pro
- 🔌 Sync issues with cloud services
- 🚫 No PC version available

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot move bookmarks from old to Pro version
- Dropbox/OneDrive sync not working
- iCloud integration issues
- App crashes when adding photos
- App freezes after annotation

**Requested features**

- Proper night mode (inverted colors)
- Bookmark sharing feature
- PC version of the app
- Profile switching for open tabs
- Editable text feature


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PDF Viewer by Nutrient free?

PDF Viewer by Nutrient is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is GoodReader Pro PDF Editor free?

GoodReader Pro PDF Editor costs $89.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, PDF Viewer by Nutrient or GoodReader Pro PDF Editor?

GoodReader Pro PDF Editor is rated higher. PDF Viewer by Nutrient averages 4.6 out of 5 from 9.1K ratings, while GoodReader Pro PDF Editor averages 4.7 from 269 ratings.

### Do PDF Viewer by Nutrient or GoodReader Pro PDF Editor have ads?

Neither PDF Viewer by Nutrient nor GoodReader Pro PDF Editor shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PDF Viewer by Nutrient or GoodReader Pro PDF Editor?

PDF Viewer by Nutrient ships an update monthly, and GoodReader Pro PDF Editor every 4 weeks. Most recently, PDF Viewer by Nutrient was updated on October 13, 2026 and GoodReader Pro PDF Editor on October 15, 2026.

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