Comparison

PDF Converter vs SmartFolder

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

Head to head
About

PDF Converter

This app provides a comprehensive suite of tools for creating, editing, and managing PDF files on your mobile device. Easily scan documents, convert various file formats to PDF, and extract text with OCR technology. Organize your documents efficiently for work or study.

Highlights
  • Create PDFs from text, images, and documents
  • Scan documents with device camera
  • OCR text recognition
  • Split and merge PDF files
  • Convert between PDF and Word, Excel, PowerPoint, TXT, images
Features
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PDF Converter – Scan, Edit & OCR PDF Converter helps you create, convert, and manage PDF files directly on your mobile device. Designed for everyday work, study, and document handling, the app offers a practical set of tools for working with PDFs in a simple and efficient way. Key Features: Create & Edit PDFs Create PDF files from text, images, and documents Edit existing PDF content to adjust layout or text Scan Documents Use your device camera to scan documents and convert them into PDFs Suitable for paper documents, notes, receipts, and more OCR Text Recognition Extract text from scanned PDFs and images Make scanned content easier to read, copy, and edit PDF Management Split large PDFs into smaller files Merge multiple PDFs into a single document File Conversion Convert Word, Excel, PowerPoint, TXT, web content, images, and camera captures to PDF Convert PDF files back to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, TXT, or image formats Designed for Daily Use PDF Converter is built to support common document tasks such as sharing files, organizing documents, and converting formats for work or study. The interface focuses on clarity and ease of use. Subscription & Premium Access Upgrade to access advanced features and enhanced processing capabilities. Subscription options: Weekly: $2.99 Monthly: $8.99 Yearly: $29.99 (includes a 3-day free trial) Payment will be charged to your App Store account upon confirmation. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. The free trial applies only to the yearly subscription. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. Privacy & Terms Privacy Policy:https://efly.freshpdffileartic.com/freshprivacyPolicy.html Terms of Service: https://efly.freshpdffileartic.com/freshtermsOfService.html

About

SmartFolder

Securely upload, transfer, and share files to the cloud. Access documents and media across devices, with offline viewing for over 175 formats. Offers high-speed distribution for large files and instant capture of documents via mobile.

Highlights
  • Cloud file upload and transfer
  • Cross-device file access
  • Offline file viewing
  • Support for 175+ file formats
  • Large file sharing
  • Mobile document capture
Features
Currently charting
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Freely upload and transfer files to the cloud, and share them with others with one click. Back up and sync all documents and media, accessible anytime across multiple devices. High-speed distribution for large files enables hassle-free transfers for work and daily use. - Automatically back up gallery media to the cloud in the background, share photos and videos effortlessly - Access all files offline; preview over 175 formats directly without extra software - Convenient sharing and delivery of extra-large files - Capture receipts, IDs and photos via mobile phone for instant viewing and forwarding -Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. -Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. -Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Privacy Policy: https://snsinee.com/file02/privacy Terms of User: https://snsinee.com/file02/terms

Screenshots

PDF Converter4 screens
SmartFolder4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SmartFolder at 4.6 against PDF Converter's 4.0. SmartFolder also leads on ratings volume (69 vs 4) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). PDF Converter's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. PDF Converter sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and SmartFolder sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SmartFolder holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SmartFolder has 69 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PDF Converter ships an update every 2 months, SmartFolder every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
PDF Converter versus SmartFolder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPDF ConverterSmartFolder
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (4 ratings)4.6 (69 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings469 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#28 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShaanxi Jinxi Network Technology Co., Ltd.宽 宁

In-app purchases

4 purchases

PDF Converter

Subscriptions4
  • Pro Weekly Access$2.997 Days
  • Pro Monthly Discount$4.991 Month
  • Pro Monthly Access3 Days trial$8.991 Month
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  • Pro Annual Plan (Best Deal)3 Days trial$29.991 Year
4 purchases

SmartFolder

Subscriptions4
  • WeeklyMember$6.997 Days
  • WeeklyMember3 Days trial$19.997 Days
  • MonthlyMember$24.991 Month
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  • MonthlyMember$39.991 Month

Questions

Is PDF Converter free?
PDF Converter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SmartFolder free?
SmartFolder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PDF Converter or SmartFolder?
SmartFolder is rated higher. PDF Converter averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while SmartFolder averages 4.6 from 69 ratings.
Do PDF Converter or SmartFolder have ads?
SmartFolder shows ads; PDF Converter does not.
Which is updated more often, PDF Converter or SmartFolder?
PDF Converter ships an update every 2 months, and SmartFolder every 3 weeks. Most recently, PDF Converter was updated on October 30, 2026 and SmartFolder on October 31, 2026.

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