# InstaPDF vs FreeEdit, PDF Editor

The clearest difference is review sentiment: InstaPDF at 85% against FreeEdit, PDF Editor's 0%. InstaPDF also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 118). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. InstaPDF sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and FreeEdit, PDF Editor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

InstaPDF holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: InstaPDF has 1.1K ratings behind it against 118, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of InstaPDF's written reviews are positive against 0% of FreeEdit, PDF Editor's.

InstaPDF ships an update fortnightly, FreeEdit, PDF Editor every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | InstaPDF | FreeEdit, PDF Editor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instapdf-scan-edit-and-share/id565931517/reviews)** | [4.0 (118 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/freeedit-pdf-editor/id6443924932/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 118 |
| Positive reviews | **85.1% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 9 MB | 55 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14 | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Proconsult.at GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/452201565) | [Ahmed Abd El Hamid Ibrahim](https://appshunter.io/developer/1648035681) |

## What reviewers say

### InstaPDF

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instapdf-scan-edit-and-share/id565931517)

This app allows you to scan, edit, and securely store your documents. It offers features like automatic cropping, text detection, and the ability to add signatures and annotations. Documents can be synced across devices and shared easily.

**Highlights:** Fast multipage scanning with auto page detection, Optical Character Recognition (OCR), PDF editing (add/remove pages, merge, stamp, sign), Cross-device document syncing, Folder organization and sharing, Integrated QR code reader

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CloudSafe Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| CloudSafe Yearly | $27.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Efficient workflow
- 🔒 Secure storage
- 💡 Helpful features (filters, stamps, etc.)
- 🚀 Quick scanning and sharing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or issues
- 🔧 Cropping/editing could be improved
- 💻 Compatibility issues with some devices
- 🔑 Password recovery/reset needs improvement

**Reported bugs**

- Sign-in with Apple not working for some users
- Cropping/alignment issues in certain lighting conditions
- Disappearing folders reported by some users

**Requested features**

- Import function for PDFs from other apps
- Password protection/encryption for sensitive documents
- Advanced editing tools (annotations, redaction, etc.)
- Integration with cloud storage services (iCloud, Google Drive, etc.)


### FreeEdit, PDF Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/freeedit-pdf-editor/id6443924932)

Easily scan, read, and edit documents directly on your iPhone or iPad. Add text, draw, highlight, sign, and manage PDF pages. Convert images and photos into editable PDFs with text recognition.

**Highlights:** Scan documents to PDF, Import and edit PDFs/images, Add text and draw with Apple Pencil, Highlight and sign documents, Manage PDF pages (insert, delete, rotate), Text recognition (OCR), Search PDF content

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $1.49 | per month |
| 3 Months Subscription | $3.49 | per 3 months |
| Yearly Subscription | $11.49 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is InstaPDF free?

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

### Is FreeEdit, PDF Editor free?

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

### Which has better reviews, InstaPDF or FreeEdit, PDF Editor?

InstaPDF is rated higher. InstaPDF averages 4.9 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while FreeEdit, PDF Editor averages 4.0 from 118 ratings.

### Do InstaPDF or FreeEdit, PDF Editor have ads?

Neither InstaPDF nor FreeEdit, PDF Editor shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, InstaPDF or FreeEdit, PDF Editor?

InstaPDF ships an update fortnightly, and FreeEdit, PDF Editor every 2 weeks. Most recently, InstaPDF was updated on October 23, 2026 and FreeEdit, PDF Editor on October 24, 2026.

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