# PDF Reader vs PDF Editor

The clearest difference is rating: PDF Editor at 5.0 against PDF Reader's 4.4. PDF Editor also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 6 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15). PDF Reader's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (18 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PDF Reader sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and PDF Editor sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PDF Editor holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PDF Reader has 18 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

PDF Reader ships an update every 6 months, PDF Editor every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 6, 2026 and June 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PDF Reader | PDF Editor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-reader-editor-and-converter/id1547414913/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-editor-reader/id1602912131/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **18** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 79 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Laxay Gajera](https://appshunter.io/developer/1534406445) | [Rahul Alagiya](https://appshunter.io/developer/1572484207) |

## What reviewers say

### PDF Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-reader-editor-and-converter/id1547414913)

This application allows users to read, edit, annotate, and convert PDF documents. It supports cloud syncing, form filling, and password protection for files. Users can also scan documents and convert images to PDF.

**Highlights:** Read and edit PDFs, Annotate and highlight text, Convert documents to PDF, Fill and sign PDF forms, Sync with cloud storage, Scan documents to PDF, Password protect PDFs

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PDF Editor Pro - Weekly | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| PDF Editor Pro - Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| PDF Editor Pro - Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| PDF Reader - Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |


### PDF Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-editor-reader/id1602912131)

This utility app allows you to view, annotate, fill, sign, and share PDF documents directly from your mobile device. It offers convenient tools for managing your PDF files, including printing and easy sharing options.

**Highlights:** View PDF files, Annotate documents, Fill and sign PDFs, Share PDF files, Print PDF files, Delete PDF files

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription Plan | $1.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PDF Reader free?

PDF 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.

### Which has better reviews, PDF Reader or PDF Editor?

PDF Editor is rated higher. PDF Reader averages 4.4 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while PDF Editor averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do PDF Reader or PDF Editor have ads?

PDF Editor shows ads; PDF Reader does not.

### Which is updated more often, PDF Reader or PDF Editor?

PDF Reader ships an update every 6 months, and PDF Editor every 3 months. Most recently, PDF Reader was updated on September 6, 2026 and PDF Editor on June 3, 2026.

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