Comparison

PDF Viewer vs CHMOD Lab

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

Head to head
About

PDF Viewer

Features
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Description: PDF Viewer is a practical tool designed for reading, managing, and processing PDF documents. The app supports importing PDFs from your device and allows you to view Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files without needing additional software. PDF Viewer offers essential editing features such as converting images to PDF, merging documents, and splitting pages. Users can rename files, organize their library, and mark important documents as favorites for easy access. For enhanced document security, the app includes encryption and decryption tools suitable for sensitive or permission-controlled files. Users can also view detailed file information, including size, page count, and creation time, to better manage and archive content. PDF Viewer is suitable for study, work, and everyday document management scenarios. It focuses on providing a stable, clear, and easy-to-use experience for handling PDF files. Key Features: - Import and read PDF files - View Word, Excel, and PowerPoint documents - Convert images to PDF - Merge and split PDF files - File renaming and favorites management - View file metadata - PDF encryption and decryption

About

CHMOD Lab

Features
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Stop guessing Linux file permissions. CHMOD Lab is the ultimate interactive sandbox and calculator for developers, SysAdmins, and students who want to master the command line. Whether you are configuring a web server, debugging a script, or studying for your Linux certification, CHMOD Lab bridges the gap between confusing octal numbers (755) and symbolic notation (rwxr-xr-x). FEATURES: • Interactive Calculator: Toggle permissions instantly. Tap "Read," "Write," or "Execute" and watch the Octal and Symbolic codes update in real-time. • Reverse Lookup: Type in a code like "644" and see exactly which permissions are granted. • Visual Sandbox: See permissions visualized to understand "who" can do "what" before you run the command. • Cheat Sheet: Built-in reference guides for common permission patterns. Master the command line. Download CHMOD Lab today.

Screenshots

PDF Viewer4 screens
CHMOD Lab4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: PDF Viewer at 15.6 against CHMOD Lab's 17.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 4 level
PDF Viewer versus CHMOD Lab: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPDF ViewerCHMOD Lab
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChengdu Mulinshen Technology Co., LtdGuy Miller

In-app purchases

None

PDF Viewer

No in-app purchases

None

CHMOD Lab

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PDF Viewer free?
PDF Viewer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CHMOD Lab free?
CHMOD Lab is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PDF Viewer or CHMOD Lab have ads?
Neither PDF Viewer nor CHMOD Lab shows ads.

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