Comparison

MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader vs PDF Editor

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

Head to head
About

MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader

Edit, create, and secure PDF documents on your mobile device. Scan paper documents to editable PDFs, recognize text with OCR, and fill or sign forms. Convert between PDF and other formats, and protect sensitive files with passwords.

Highlights
  • Scan documents to editable PDFs
  • Recognize text with OCR
  • Edit text, images, and signatures
  • Fill and sign forms
  • Convert PDFs to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ePub
  • Protect PDFs with passwords
  • Organize and merge PDF pages
Features
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MobiPDF is a complete mobile PDF suite that helps freelancers, remote workers, and small business owners scan, edit, sign, convert, and protect PDF files — also ideal for students and anyone needing a powerful yet simple PDF tool — all from one intuitive app on iPhone and iPad. KEY CAPABILITIES • Edit PDFs like a pro — modify text, images, and formatting directly in any PDF, and fully control your pages: rearrange, insert, delete, extract, duplicate, rotate, and merge PDFs into one • Scan paper documents to PDF with your camera — receipts, contracts, invoices, IDs, passports, and more • Convert PDFs to Word, Excel, and ePub while preserving original layout and formatting — and convert Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PNG, and JPEG files to PDF for easy sharing • Fill out and sign PDF forms and contracts on the go — draw or reuse saved electronic signatures • Recognize text from scans and images using OCR technology and share instantly • Read PDFs your way — multiple reading modes including distraction-free reading, night mode, and Read Aloud to listen to any PDF hands-free while driving, commuting, or on the go • View, highlight, annotate, and mark up PDFs — add comments, stamps, drawings, and attachments • Protect sensitive documents with passwords, encryption, and digital certificates • Store and sync via 5GB free cloud storage on MobiDrive, plus Google Drive and Dropbox USE CASES • Edit the text, images, or layout of a PDF contract or report directly on your iPhone or iPad — no desktop needed • Convert a PDF to Word to make extensive edits, then save back to PDF for sharing • Scan a paper document, recognize its text with OCR, and convert it into a fully editable PDF • Scan a paper contract, sign it on your iPhone or iPad, and send it back — without printing • Fill out a client form or invoice PDF on the go, directly from your phone • Have a PDF report, contract, or document read aloud during your commute or drive • Merge multiple PDFs into one organized proposal, report, or portfolio • Protect a sensitive business document with a password before sharing with a client • Students: scan handwritten notes or assignments and submit them as PDFs instantly • Review, annotate, and mark up PDF documents on iPad's larger screen for a near-desktop experience WHY MOBIPDF • Advanced mobile PDF editor — edit text, images, formatting, and pages directly in any PDF • Complete PDF converter — reliably convert PDFs to and from Word, Excel, PNG, and JPEG, plus PowerPoint to PDF and PDF to ePub • All-in-one solution — edit, scan, sign, convert, protect, read, and organize without switching apps • Purpose-built for iPhone and iPad — intuitive mobile-first experience • Read Aloud turns any PDF into audio — stay informed while commuting or multitasking • Advanced OCR turns any scan or image into searchable, shareable text • Electronic signatures and fillable forms — no printing or faxing needed • Simple and intuitive — accessible for all ages and experience levels • Trusted by millions of MobiSystems users worldwide PREMIUM • Full PDF editing — modify text, images, and formatting in any PDF • Full PDF conversion suite — PDF to and from Word, Excel, PNG, JPEG, plus PowerPoint to PDF and PDF to ePub • 50GB cloud storage on MobiDrive • Advanced annotation, markup tools, and night mode • Password protection and digital certificate support TL;DR MobiPDF is the go-to mobile PDF suite for freelancers, remote workers, and small business owners — offering powerful PDF editing, reliable conversion to and from all major formats, scanning, signing, and Read Aloud, all in one intuitive app optimized for iPhone and iPad. Help Centre: https://support.mobisystems.com/hc/en-us/sections/20794399449757-iOS Privacy Policy: https://mobisystems.com/en-us/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://mobisystems.com/en-us/terms-of-use

About

PDF Editor

Features
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Fill and sign PDFs on your iPhone without turning a simple task into a complicated workflow. PDF Editor is made for one clear purpose: open or scan a document, complete it, add your signature, and send the finished PDF. No crowded workspace. No mandatory account. Just the tools you need to handle everyday paperwork quickly. ◆ FILL OUT PDF DOCUMENTS Add text exactly where it belongs. Insert dates, initials, check marks, and other essential details directly into your document. Adjust each item and place it precisely on the page. ◆ CREATE AND ADD YOUR SIGNATURE Draw your signature on your iPhone and place it anywhere in a PDF. Add initials when a full signature is not required, then resize and position them for a clean result. ◆ SCAN PAPER DOCUMENTS Use your camera to turn a paper form into a PDF. Scan the pages you need, check the result, and continue filling and signing without switching apps. ◆ IMPORT IN SECONDS Open a PDF from Files or scan a paper document with your camera. Start editing as soon as the document is ready. ◆ ADD OR REMOVE PDF PAGES Add pages to your document or delete pages you no longer need before exporting the finished PDF. ◆ SAVE AND SHARE Export the completed document as a PDF, save it to Files, or share it directly from your iPhone’s Share menu. ◆ PRIVATE BY DESIGN Documents are processed locally on your device. You can fill and sign personal files without creating an account or uploading your paperwork to a required cloud workspace. PDF Editor keeps the process focused: Open or scan → Fill → Sign → Save or share Use it for forms, applications, agreements, permission slips, invoices, and other documents that need a quick personal signature. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION: Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. The renewal cost depends on the selected subscription plan. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Support Address: support@pdf-editapp.com Privacy Policy: https://pdf-editapp.com/pp Term Of Use: https://pdf-editapp.com/tou

Screenshots

MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader4 screens
PDF Editor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is chart position: MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader at #92 against PDF Editor's unranked. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and PDF Editor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 10 level
MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader versus PDF Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・ReaderPDF Editor
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (7.4K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews82.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings7.4K — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#92 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.018.0
Further details — not scored
Size216 MB40 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperMobiSystems, Inc.Desidari Holding Ltd.

Bugs and requests

MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Text editing issues
  • Image fields in forms don't work
  • Incompatible with dynamic PDFs
  • Activation issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add snap tool for cleaner documents
  • Improve font sync
  • Offer one-time purchase option
  • Develop a Mac OS version

PDF Editor

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

13 purchases

MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader

Subscriptions13
  • PDF Extra Premium$7.997 Days
  • PDF Extra Premium Weekly$7.997 Days
  • PDF Extra Premium 2023 Weekly7 Days trial$7.997 Days
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  • PDF Extra Premium Weekly7 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • PDF Extra Premium2 variants$9.991 Month
  • PDF Extra Premium 2023 Weekly7 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Weekly Unlimited Access7 Days trial3 variants$9.997 Days
  • PDF Extra Premium 2023 Monthly$12.991 Month
  • PDF Extra Premium Yearly7 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • PDF Extra Premium3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • PDF Extra Premium Yearly3 Days trial2 variants$49.991 Year
  • PDF Extra Premium3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Yearly Unlimited Access3 Days trial$49.991 Year
3 purchases

PDF Editor

Subscriptions3
  • PDF Fill & Sign – Weekly3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • PDF Fill & Sign – Yearly Pro$24.991 Year
  • PDF Fill & Sign – Yearly$49.991 Year

Questions

Is MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader free?
MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PDF Editor free?
PDF Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader or PDF Editor have ads?
Neither MobiPDF・PDF Text Editor・Reader nor PDF Editor shows ads.

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