PDF Hero vs PDF Editor
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PDF Hero
Edit, create, and manage PDF documents on your mobile device. Annotate, fill forms, sign, and share files with ease. Offers advanced features like OCR and compression for enhanced document control.
- Create PDFs from scratch
- Edit text and annotate documents
- Fill and sign PDF forms
- Convert images/documents to PDF
- OCR for editable text
- Compress and merge PDFs
- Password-protect sensitive data
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Looking for a convenient and easy-to-use PDF editor? View and edit PDF files on the go with PDF Hero! The app works on iPhone and iPad. PDF Hero helps you take control of your papers and run your business in the ever-changing digital world. Create and read PDFs, then annotate, edit, fill and sign forms, or share files. Manage paperwork hassle-free from anywhere – the office, remotely, or from home. There’s no need for printed copies when you can access and edit the docs you need, on the go – all in an app. Stay one step ahead when it comes to document management. CREATE & VIEW - Create PDFs from scratch. - Open and view any PDF file. - Zoom in and out while reading. - Search to find the necessary information using text search. - Read PDFs easier with Read Mode by creating bookmarks and navigating conveniently. EDIT & ANNOTATE - Edit text in your PDF files, fix typos, and correct paragraphs. - Add comments and annotations using text notes. - Write on PDFs with your finger or stylus. - Fill PDF forms. - Highlight key ideas and add shapes. - Insert images, crop, resize, or change the angle if necessary. MANAGE & STORE - Import files from your device or online storage services like iCloud and Dropbox. - Delete pages from a multi-page PDF document. - Share PDF files with or without annotations for further reading and commenting. - Print files right from your device. Level up with Premium features! PRO EDITING - Convert images and documents to PDF files. - Sign docs right on the screen of your device. - Add stamps to PDF documents. - Transform PDF files into editable text with OCR (Optical Character Recognition) technology. PRO MANAGEMENT - Compress PDFs and share them as ZIP files. - Manage PDF pages: add pages, rotate, and reorder them. - Share selected pages of a multi-page PDF file. - Merge two or more PDF pages into a single document. - Password-protect sensitive data. *To digitize printed copies and transform them into editable PDF scans, try our Scan Hero app! Subscription payments will be charged to your App Store account at confirmation of your purchase. Subscriptions will automatically renew and you will be charged unless auto-renew is turned off or unless you cancel at least 24 hours prior to the end of the current subscription or trial period. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a premium subscription during the free trial period. The cost of renewal depends on the Subscription Plan you choose. Subscriptions and auto-renewal may be managed by going to Account Settings after purchase or by contacting Customer Support. Privacy Policy: https://support.bendingspoons.com/privacy.html?app=1512973255 Terms of Service: https://support.bendingspoons.com/tos.html?app=1512973255 Got questions or suggestions? Please don’t hesitate to email us at pdfhero@bendingspoons.com
PDF Editor
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Unlock the full potential of your PDF documents with PDF Editor & Reader. This all-in-one app allows you to view, edit, sign, and manage all your PDF files effortlessly. Whether you're working on business contracts, personal notes, or forms, our app is packed with powerful tools to help you convert, annotate, and compress your PDFs with ease. Key Features: PDF Reader Easily open and view your PDF files. Navigate through documents seamlessly with zoom-in and zoom-out options, page previews, and bookmarking. PDF Editor Edit text, images, and pages within your PDF files. Make changes, add new text, modify existing content, or replace images. No more fumbling with third-party apps—everything you need is right here! eSign PDFs Sign your PDFs digitally with ease! Whether it’s a contract, invoice, or agreement, simply add your digital signature to any PDF. Speed up your workflow and eliminate the hassle of printing, signing, and scanning. Draw & Write on PDFs Take notes, add comments, and draw directly onto your PDFs. Whether you're highlighting key sections, doodling, or adding handwritten notes, the draw and write tools are perfect for annotating your documents. Convert PDFs Convert your PDFs to different formats like Word, Excel, JPG, and more. Whether you need to extract data or repurpose a document, the PDF Converter feature makes it a breeze. Convert files in just a few taps! Fill Forms Filling out forms has never been easier. Quickly add text, checkboxes, or signatures to fill out forms in PDF format, making it ideal for applications, contracts, and other paperwork. Merge & Split PDFs Merge multiple PDF documents into one cohesive file or split a large document into smaller sections. Combine and split PDFs with just a tap. Compress PDF Reduce the size of large PDF files without losing quality. Whether you're sharing via email or uploading to a website, compress your PDFs for faster, more efficient transfers. Organize & Manage Files Effortlessly organize and manage your PDF files in folders. Sort, rename, and arrange your documents for easy access at any time. Scan Documents Scan physical documents and save them as PDFs with the integrated PDF Scanner. Quickly digitize receipts, notes, or contracts by scanning and converting them to editable PDFs. Why Choose PDF Editor & Reader? Easy to Use: Simple, intuitive design makes working with PDFs a breeze. All-in-One PDF Solution: Everything you need to manage, edit, sign, and share PDFs is included. Fast & Efficient: Speed up your workflow with quick access to key tools and features. Secure & Reliable: Protect your PDFs with password encryption and sign documents securely. Perfect for business professionals, students, or anyone who needs to manage PDF documents on the go, PDF Editor & Reader is your ultimate PDF tool. From editing, signing, and annotating PDFs to scanning and converting, you can do it all with this powerful app.
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Verdict
PDF Hero and PDF Editor 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
Both are free to download. PDF Hero sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and PDF Editor sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | PDF Hero | PDF Editor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (10K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 17.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 10K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 536 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Mosaic S.r.l. | Pramod Tapaniya |
Bugs and requests
PDF Hero
Reported bugs
4 issues- Text disappearing or jumping around during editing
- Inability to save or transfer edited documents
- App crashing or freezing during use
- Incorrect rendering of PDF content
Requested features
4 requests- Improved text editing and manipulation
- Better file management and organization
- Seamless integration with other apps
- Clearer subscription and cancellation policies
PDF Editor
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
PDF Hero
- Weekly with free trial7 Days trial$3.997 Days
- Weekly Subscription$3.997 Days
- Weekly Premium$5.997 Days
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- Weekly Premium with Free Trial7 Days trial$5.997 Days
- PDF Hero Premium 1 Month$9.991 Month
- PDF Hero Premium 1 Month3 Days trial$10.991 Month
- PDF Hero Premium 1 Month3 Days trial2 variants$11.991 Month
- Convert & Merge PDF Documents3 Days trial$14.991 Month
- PDF Hero Premium 3 Months3 Days trial$19.993 Months
- PDF Hero Premium 1 Year3 Days trial$34.991 Year
- PDF Hero Premium 1 Year3 Days trial$89.991 Year
- PDF Hero Premium 1 Year3 Days trial$99.991 Year
PDF Editor
- Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
- Premium Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year








