MXTNote vs PDF Converter
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MXTNote
This app helps organize research and study materials by linking PDFs, notes, and web pages. It offers PDF reading, text and handwriting notes, and an arXiv explorer for academic papers. Create a knowledge graph to visualize connections between your research fragments.
- PDF reader with link navigation
- Text and handwriting note-taking
- Link notes and PDFs to create a knowledge graph
- ARXIV explorer for academic papers
- Web page import (HTML to PDF)
- OCR and image search for PDFs
- Sync across devices
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MXTNote is a free PDF reader and note taking app. When we study for a subject, we start by collecting reference, document idea fragments, then we expand our knowledge structure by creating links between these fragments, or add more content around them. MXTNote provide ways to simplify some of these steps Here are some examples: - A PDF references another PDF, you can select the two location and link them. - After embedding a selection from PDF to notebook, a two way link is automatically created between PDF and notebook. - Link can be created between notes to form a graph, to capture a knowledge/task dependency At block level, MXTNote consists of the following: - PDF reader - Text note taking - Handwriting note taking - Graph view - ARXIV explorer - Calendar Here are the detail features: (those marked with (*) requires MXTNote account, free signup) Reading: - PDF reader with thumbnail index, link navigation - Import web page (HTML will be converted to PDF) - support DJVU/MOBI (*)(file will be converted to PDF) - Text search (using text in PDF, or OCR) - Image search (useful for searching math symbols) - Translate selected text into English Notes: - Simple text note - Write on PDF or select box from PDF - Support links between notes, attach tags to notes. - Search notes by original PDF, tags, or text - Built-in split screen to copy note to notebook - Multiple page notebook with text or handwriting. - Support pressure sensitive input (Apple pencil). - Print notebook to PDF file or printer - Use Latex input for math formula or use the Math formula editor ARXIV: - Search ARXIV and download paper - Monitor ARXIV for new papers matching predefined query Sync: - Sync across all your device (*) - Available as web app Other: - In-app tutorial available for major functions please visit our website for details: https://note.mxtsoft.com/doc
PDF Converter
This app converts PDF files to a format optimized for faster reading using a scientifically proven technique. It employs visual cues to guide your eyes, improving information processing efficiency and focus, especially for those who struggle with reading or concentration.
- Import PDF files
- Faster reading technique
- Improved focus
- Visual cue guidance
- Efficient information processing
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Introducing the Ultimate PDF Converter - A Revolutionary Way to Read PDFs with this technique! With our app, you can easily import any PDF file and begin reading it using the this technique, which is a scientifically proven method of reading that utilizes the brain's natural ability to process information more efficiently. This technique involves using visual cues to guide your eyes across the page, allowing you to take in more information in less time. This technique is particularly helpful for those who struggle with reading or have difficulty focusing for extended periods of time. So why wait? Try our PDF Converter today and experience the power of this technique for yourself! Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/apppdfconverter/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/apppdfconverter/privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: MXTNote at 5.0 against PDF Converter's 3.0. MXTNote also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.
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 Converter sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. MXTNote asks for nothing beyond the download.
MXTNote holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 3 respectively.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 4, 2026 and June 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MXTNote | PDF Converter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | 3.0 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 25.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 131 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tao Ma | Uzay Altiner |
Customer experience
MXTNote
PDF Converter
In-app purchases
MXTNote
No in-app purchases
PDF Converter
- Weekly Plan$1.997 Days
- Monthly Plan$5.991 Month
- Yearly Plan$49.991 Year








