# Text Expander vs Edit PDF Document

The clearest difference is rating: Edit PDF Document at 5.0 against Text Expander's 4.3. Edit PDF Document also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs paid). Text Expander's advantage is ratings volume (25 vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Text Expander sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Edit PDF Document sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Edit PDF Document holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Text Expander has 25 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of Text Expander's written reviews are positive against 100% of Edit PDF Document's.

Text Expander ships an update every 3 weeks, Edit PDF Document weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Text Expander | Edit PDF Document |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-expander-keyboard/id6743344539/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/edit-pdf-document/id6748020030/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **25** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 88.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 22 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nikolai Rodionov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1123457016) | [Eli Bitton](https://appshunter.io/developer/1110347721) |

## What reviewers say

### Text Expander

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/text-expander-keyboard/id6743344539)

Create custom shortcuts for frequently used text and images to insert them instantly with a dedicated keyboard. Automate dates, times, and clipboard content for dynamic messages. Save time and reduce repetitive typing.

**Highlights:** Custom text and image shortcuts, Magic Variables for dates, times, clipboard, Custom keyboard access, Share reply collections, Typing speed test and time saved statistics, Group assignment and quick filters

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |


### Edit PDF Document

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/edit-pdf-document/id6748020030)

Edit PDF documents securely on your device. Add text, customize formatting, and share your files with ease. This app prioritizes your privacy with all processing done locally.

**Highlights:** Add text annotations, Full formatting control, Privacy-first local processing, Unlimited undo/redo, Seamless sharing, Intuitive interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 Day Free Trail Then Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| 3 Day Free Trial Then Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime PDF Editor | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Text Expander free?

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

### Is Edit PDF Document free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Text Expander or Edit PDF Document?

Edit PDF Document is rated higher. Text Expander averages 4.3 out of 5 from 25 ratings, while Edit PDF Document averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Text Expander or Edit PDF Document have ads?

Neither Text Expander nor Edit PDF Document shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Text Expander or Edit PDF Document?

Text Expander ships an update every 3 weeks, and Edit PDF Document weekly. Most recently, Text Expander was updated on September 21, 2026 and Edit PDF Document on September 17, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*