# PDF Editor vs PDF Reader

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PDF Reader at none against PDF Editor's 1. On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PDF Editor sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. PDF Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for PDF Editor against 5.0 for PDF Reader. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PDF Editor | PDF Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-editor-reader/id1602912131/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 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 11 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Rahul Alagiya](https://appshunter.io/developer/1572484207) | [Ninesharp Technology Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1631967177) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 |


### 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 Editor free?

PDF Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PDF Reader free?

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

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

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

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

Both PDF Editor and PDF Reader show ads.

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