# PDF Reader Light & Simple vs PDF Reader

The clearest difference is ads: PDF Reader Light & Simple at none against PDF Reader's shown. PDF Reader Light & Simple also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for PDF Reader Light & Simple against 5.0 for PDF Reader. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | PDF Reader Light & Simple | PDF Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-reader-light-and-simple/id1563235539/reviews) | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-reader-pdf-edit/id6444075154/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **2** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 19 months | — |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 15 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Adaptive Channel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1200824197) | [Ninesharp Technology Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1631967177) |

## What reviewers say

### PDF Reader Light & Simple

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-reader-light-and-simple/id1563235539)

Easily read PDF files with this lightweight and fast application. It offers optimized performance for iPhones and iPads, along with bookmark management and quick navigation features. Enjoy a seamless reading experience without any advertisements.

**Highlights:** Lightweight and fast performance, Optimized for iPhone and iPad, Bookmark management, Fast and easy navigation, Ad-free experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### PDF Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-reader-pdf-edit/id6444075154)

Easily convert images and documents into high-quality PDF files. Protect your PDFs with strong passwords and share them with friends and family. The app keeps a record of your recent files for quick access.

**Highlights:** Image to PDF conversion, PDF password protection, Share and print PDFs, Recent files dashboard, Document merging and splitting

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PDF Reader Light & Simple free?

PDF Reader Light & Simple is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is PDF Reader free?

PDF Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, PDF Reader Light & Simple or PDF Reader?

PDF Reader Light & Simple and PDF Reader are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 2 ratings respectively.

### Do PDF Reader Light & Simple or PDF Reader have ads?

PDF Reader shows ads; PDF Reader Light & Simple does not.

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