Comparison

PDF Masker vs Magic PDF Pro

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

Head to head
About

PDF Masker

Easily mask sensitive keywords in PDF files before sharing. Import PDFs, specify multiple keywords, and customize redaction colors. Export as text or image-based PDFs for secure data sharing.

Highlights
  • Import PDFs via Share menu
  • Bulk keyword redaction
  • Export as text or image PDF
  • Multiple keyword support
  • Customizable redaction color
  • Save keyword histories
Features
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Protect your sensitive information before sharing files with others. PDF Masker is a powerful security tool that lets you search and black out specific keywords across your PDF documents automatically. Import any PDF directly from your device using the Share menu. Enter your target keywords, and the app instantly hides matching text so you can send your documents safely. You can choose to export your final file as a searchable text-based PDF or as an image-based PDF. The image-based option is perfect when you want to permanently erase underlying text data so it can never be copied or recovered. Key Features - Smart Bulk Redaction: Enter a keyword and automatically mask every single match across the entire document. - Multiple Keywords Support: Separate multiple terms using spaces or commas to clear different pieces of data at once. - 100 Item History Tracker: Saves up to 100 of your frequently used keywords so you can reapply them with a single tap. - Custom Redaction Colors: Change the color of your redaction blocks from classic blackout to white or any custom tone. - Flexible File Loading: Easily load files from your system file picker, in-app web browser, or straight from other apps via the Share extension. - 100 Percent Offline Security: All processing happens locally on your phone or tablet. Your private and confidential documents are never sent to external servers. - Clean and Fast User Interface: Designed to be clean, fast, and simple for everyone, with no complex setup required. Whether you are hiding account numbers, blurred names, personal addresses, or sensitive corporate contracts, PDF Masker helps you prevent data leaks on the go.

About

Magic PDF Pro

Features
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Magic PDF Pro is the ultimate, privacy-focused PDF solution designed for professionals who demand security, speed, and powerful tools without compromising their data. Everything happens directly on your device-100% offline. No cloud, no servers, no internet required. Your documents never leave your pocket. PRIVACY FIRST Rest easy knowing your sensitive documents are processed only on your iPhone. Magic PDF Pro utilizes Apple’s most advanced local frameworks to ensure your data stays private and secure, away from third-party clouds. LOCAL AI POWER Experience the future of document management with built-in AI that works entirely offline: - **AI Summary**: Get instant summaries of long documents without sending a single byte to a server. - **AI Chat with PDF**: Ask questions and get answers based on the document’s content using local RAG technology. - **Local Translation**: Translate text within your PDF across multiple languages privately. PROFESSIONAL EDITOR Comprehensive annotation tools with a live preview: - **Draw & Highlight**: Mark up documents with natural drawing tools and professional highlighters. - **Add Text**: Place text anywhere with customizable fonts, sizes, and colors. - **Live Preview**: See your edits in real-time before committing changes. ALL-IN-ONE TOOLBOX - **High-Quality Scanner**: Transform paper documents into professional PDFs using VisionKit. - **Smart Redaction**: Effortlessly "black-out" sensitive information with local OCR-powered text detection. - **Digital Signature**: Sign documents naturally with full PencilKit support. - **Merge & Split**: Combine multiple PDFs or extract specific pages into a new file. - **Image to PDF**: Convert your photos and gallery images into clean, formatted PDFs. - **Advanced Encryption**: Protect files with industrial-strength passwords and strip away hidden metadata. WHY MAGIC PDF PRO? - **Speed**: Instant processing without waiting for uploads or downloads. - **Reliability**: Works anywhere-on planes, in remote locations, or in high-security environments. - **Simplicity**: A sleek, premium interface designed for a seamless user experience. Stop uploading your private documents to unknown servers. Download Magic PDF Pro today and experience professional PDF management with ultimate privacy.

Screenshots

PDF Masker4 screens
Magic PDF Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Magic PDF Pro at none against PDF Masker's 1. Magic PDF Pro also leads on ads (none vs shown). PDF Masker's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.2). On price 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 Masker sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Magic PDF Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
PDF Masker versus Magic PDF Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPDF MaskerMagic PDF Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKazuhisa KobayashiAli Akgun

In-app purchases

1 purchases

PDF Masker

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$4.99
None

Magic PDF Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PDF Masker free?
PDF Masker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Magic PDF Pro free?
Magic PDF Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PDF Masker or Magic PDF Pro have ads?
PDF Masker shows ads; Magic PDF Pro does not.

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