Comparison

PDF Compressor vs Smart PDF Compressor Offline

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

Head to head
About

PDF Compressor

Easily reduce the size of PDF documents for faster sharing and efficient storage. This tool offers multiple compression levels to balance quality and file size, all within a simple interface. It integrates with your device's file system and sharing options.

Highlights
  • Fast PDF compression
  • Multiple compression levels
  • Simple, clean interface
  • Open from Files app
  • Share compressed PDFs
  • Save storage space
Features
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PDF Compressor makes it simple to reduce PDF file size for faster sharing and reliable storage. Compress PDF documents while keeping them clear and readable, and free up space in just a few taps. Why you’ll love it Fast PDF compression for everyday documents Multiple compression levels to balance quality and size Simple, clean interface that gets out of the way Open from the Files app or other apps via Share Save or share compressed PDFs to Mail, Messages, and more Perfect for Emailing large documents without hitting size limits Submitting forms, reports, and homework Archiving receipts, invoices, and manuals Saving storage on your device and in the cloud How it works Open a PDF from Files or Share Choose a compression level Save or share the smaller file Make your PDFs smaller, easier to send, and simpler to store with PDF Compressor. Terms of use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FV3FM_FZbsjvM5gHqQnA2oqkE9GBnISmw_FEAGI4bRk/edit?usp=sharing Privacy Policy: https://www.termsfeed.com/live/9a733a9c-44d8-46e8-aa2e-44ed4e28366f

About

Smart PDF Compressor Offline

Features
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PDF Compress reduces your PDF file sizes directly on your iPhone — no uploads, no cloud, no internet required. Your documents never leave your device. Whether you need to email a large report, share a scanned form, or free up storage, PDF Compress gives you full control over quality vs. size with three intuitive compression levels. KEY FEATURES • Up to 80% smaller — Shrink large PDFs dramatically while keeping them readable • Three compression presets — Choose between High Compression, Recommended (balanced), or High Quality • Batch compression — Select multiple PDFs at once and compress them all in one tap • 100% on-device — Powered by Ghostscript, a professional-grade PDF engine, running entirely on your iPhone • Instant sharing — Share or save compressed files directly from the results screen • Recent files — Quickly access your previously compressed documents • No size worries — Supports PDFs up to 500 MB COMPRESSION PRESETS High Compression — Up to 80% smaller. Best for files where size matters most, like email attachments. Recommended — Up to 50% smaller. The ideal balance of quality and file size for everyday use. High Quality — Up to 25% smaller. Minimal compression that preserves crisp text and sharp images. PRIVACY FIRST PDF Compress processes everything locally on your device using native iOS technology. No account needed. No data sent anywhere. What's on your device, stays on your device. PERFECT FOR • Students sharing assignments and research papers • Professionals emailing contracts and reports • Anyone managing scanned documents or forms • Reducing storage used by large PDF libraries

Screenshots

PDF Compressor4 screens
Smart PDF Compressor Offline4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Smart PDF Compressor Offline at none against PDF Compressor's 2. PDF Compressor's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.5). On price, ads 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 Compressor sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Smart PDF Compressor Offline asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
PDF Compressor versus Smart PDF Compressor Offline: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPDF CompressorSmart PDF Compressor Offline
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAndrii KulchytskyiHafiz Shahzad Ali Khurram

In-app purchases

2 purchases

PDF Compressor

Subscriptions2
  • PDF Compressor Weekly 3 DAYS trial3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • PDF Compressor Yearly$19.991 Year
None

Smart PDF Compressor Offline

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PDF Compressor free?
PDF Compressor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smart PDF Compressor Offline free?
Smart PDF Compressor Offline is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PDF Compressor or Smart PDF Compressor Offline have ads?
Neither PDF Compressor nor Smart PDF Compressor Offline shows ads.

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