# PDF Reader vs Faceplate

The clearest difference is ads: Faceplate at none against PDF Reader's shown. Faceplate also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 months). PDF Reader's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PDF Reader sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Faceplate sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PDF Reader ships an update every 2 months, Faceplate every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PDF Reader | Faceplate |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/faceplate/id6757395893/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **3** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | — | Paid |
| Size | 72 MB | 121 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [涛 夏](https://appshunter.io/developer/1689532127) | [Patrick Bridgeman](https://appshunter.io/developer/1831876421) |

## What reviewers say

### PDF Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-reader-fileconvert/id6746630172)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Member | $5.99 | per month |
| Annual Member | $45.99 | per year |


### Faceplate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/faceplate/id6757395893)

Transform your Apple devices into a powerful gaming console. Stream games with hyper-fast cloud performance and seamless handoff between your iPhone and Apple TV. Enjoy a premium handheld experience with hybrid mouse controls.

**Highlights:** Hybrid cloud gaming, Seamless device handoff, Mobile gaming mode, Apple TV integration, Controller and mouse support

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AppleTV | Free | one-time |
| Mouse | $4.99 | one-time |
| Air | $4.99 | one-time |
| Controller | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PDF Reader free?

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

### Is Faceplate free?

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

### Do PDF Reader or Faceplate have ads?

PDF Reader shows ads; Faceplate does not.

### Which is updated more often, PDF Reader or Faceplate?

PDF Reader ships an update every 2 months, and Faceplate every 5 days. Most recently, PDF Reader was updated on October 8, 2026 and Faceplate on September 22, 2026.

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