Comparison

Smallpdf vs PDFShift Pro

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

Head to head
About

Smallpdf

This app offers a comprehensive suite of tools to manage PDF documents. Easily convert, edit, compress, sign, merge, and scan PDFs using your mobile device. It also features OCR technology to convert scanned documents into editable text.

Highlights
  • Convert PDFs to Word, Excel, PPT, JPG, PNG
  • Edit PDFs with text, images, and annotations
  • Compress PDFs to reduce file size
  • Sign PDFs electronically
  • Merge multiple PDF files
  • Scan documents to PDF with OCR
  • Fill out PDF forms
Features
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Smallpdf: All-In-One PDF Editor and Document Organizer Smallpdf is your go-to PDF tool, designed to simplify your document management. Whether you need to convert, compress, edit, sign, merge, or scan PDFs, our app makes it effortless. Trusted by 2.4 billion people since 2013, Smallpdf offers a seamless PDF experience right at your fingertips. Key Features: Convert PDFs Across All Document Formats Easily: PDF to Word doc PDF to Excel PDF to PPT PDF to JPG PDF to PNG Images to PDF and vice versa! Edit PDFs: Add text, images, and shapes directly in your PDF files Add annotations and highlights easily Rotate, delete, and rearrange PDF pages PDF editing tools Compress PDFs: Reduce the file size of your PDFs without compromising quality Optimize PDFs for sharing and saving storage space Shrink PDF files Compress PDF documents Sign PDFs: Add an e-signature to your documents Digitally sign PDFs securely Electronic signatures for PDFs Merge PDFs: Combine multiple PDF files into one Merge PDF documents Scan Documents to PDF: Use your camera to scan documents, receipts, notes, and more into PDFs Enhance scans with automatic cropping and optimization Convert scanned images to selectable text with OCR Scan image to PDF Scan doc to PDF Scan jpg to PDF Scan receipts to PDF OCR Technology: Convert scanned documents into selectable text with our advanced OCR feature Support for multiple languages OCR PDF converter Why Choose Smallpdf? User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive and easy to navigate, making PDF tasks simpler than ever. Cloud Integration: Access and save your files directly from your local device storage. Privacy and data protection: All uploaded files deleted 1 hour after processing (unless saved locally or to the cloud) Cross-Platform Availability: All major operating systems. Work on your PDFs anytime, anywhere. Fast and Reliable: Quick processing times ensure you can get your work done efficiently. High Security: We prioritize your privacy and data security, complying with GDPR standards. Additional Features: PDF Reader: View and read PDF documents with ease. PDF Scanner: Quickly scan and digitize your paper documents. PDF Filler: Fill out PDF forms and documents electronically. PDF Maker: Create PDFs from various file formats effortlessly. PDF Annotator: Highlight, underline, and strikethrough text in your PDFs. Download Smallpdf Now! Smallpdf is free within a daily task limit. If you would like to try out Smallpdf Pro for unlimited conversions across ALL tools, there’s a free 7-day trial available. The Smallpdf Mobile App is the all-in-one solution for all your document management needs. Simplify your tax return or scan in receipts easily using your camera to save, edit, and manage thousands of documents in all formats. Save backups on the drive or share directly to email to manage your documents on the go! Join 2.4B+ satisfied users and simplify your PDF tasks today. Download Smallpdf and enjoy a free trial of all premium features. Privacy policy: https://smallpdf.com/privacy Terms of use: https://smallpdf.com/support We love feedback, so feel free to send yours to support@smallpdf.com.

About

PDFShift Pro

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PDFShift Pro is a flexible PDF workspace that lets you manage documents from the first scan to the final share on a single device. You can capture paper pages with your camera and instantly turn them into crisp, readable PDF files, without needing a desktop scanner. The app also allows you to create PDFs from images in your gallery, making it ideal for organizing notes, receipts, and other important photos into structured documents. You can merge multiple files into one, rearrange the page order, and rotate individual pages so every document stays neat and easy to follow. PDFShift Pro includes intuitive page editing tools that help you clean up layouts and keep your content clear and professional. A built‑in signature feature lets you sign contracts, agreements, and other official documents directly on your phone or tablet, eliminating print‑and‑scan routines. When your document is ready, you can export it in various formats and share it with teammates, clients, or save it straight to your favorite cloud service. The free version gives you a limited number of scans and editing actions so you can get familiar with the core workflow before committing. Upgrading removes these restrictions and unlocks more advanced editing, merging, and export options, allowing PDFShift Pro to handle both everyday paperwork and more demanding professional tasks with ease. This application contains auto-renewable subscriptions and In-App Purchases: 1 week $4.99, 1 month $12.99, 1 year $39.99, Lifetime $59.99 Terms of Use Link: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Sd5dUXxrERm6H9fL5XyA4by1LQi_jrGCFzVk4np4IwM/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

Smallpdf4 screens
PDFShift Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

Smallpdf and PDFShift Pro are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Smallpdf sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and PDFShift Pro sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Smallpdf versus PDFShift Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmallpdfPDFShift Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (6.9K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews68.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6.9K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size159 MB56 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSmallpdfTORPROM TOV

Bugs and requests

Smallpdf

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Files not saving properly
  • Conversion issues with larger documents
  • Unexpected crashes and freezes
  • Compatibility problems with older devices
  • Incorrect file content after compression

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more color options for annotations
  • Improve search functionality for saved documents
  • Enhance iPad compatibility
  • Allow inserting images into PDFs
  • Provide better file management and organization

PDFShift Pro

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Smallpdf

Subscriptions8
  • Monthly Plan7 Days trial2 variants$7.991 Month
  • Monthly Plan7 Days trial2 variants$11.991 Month
  • Monthly Plan7 Days trial$14.991 Month
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  • Yearly Plan7 Days trial2 variants$49.991 Year
  • Yearly Plan7 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Yearly Plan$107.991 Year
  • Yearly Plan7 Days trial$107.991 Year
  • Yearly Plan7 Days trial$119.991 Year
4 purchases

PDFShift Pro

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly$3.997 Days
  • Weekly-Trial3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Monthly$9.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime$59.99

Questions

Is Smallpdf free?
Smallpdf is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PDFShift Pro free?
PDFShift Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Smallpdf or PDFShift Pro have ads?
Neither Smallpdf nor PDFShift Pro shows ads.

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