Comparison

PdfToolBox vs SmartUs

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

Head to head
About

PdfToolBox

Features
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PdfToolBox is a simple and powerful PDF utility app designed for everyday use. With PdfToolBox you can: - Merge multiple PDF files into one - Compress PDF files to reduce size - Remove or rearrange pages - Export PDF pages as images All operations are performed locally on your device. No account is required. No data is collected or uploaded. PdfToolBox is ideal for office workers, students and anyone who works with PDF files.

About

SmartUs

Features
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SmartUs turns your iPhone into a handy remote control for compatible smart TVs. Automatically find TVs connected to the same Wi-Fi network, confirm the pairing request on the TV screen, and start using your remote. Key features: • Automatically find compatible TVs on the same network • Manually add TVs by IP address • Volume and channel controls • Directional keys and OK button • Home, back, mute, and media controls • Automatic reconnection to registered TVs • Register multiple TVs • Turkish and English language support • Manage privacy preferences from within the app For SmartUs to work, your iPhone and TV must be connected to the same local Wi-Fi network. You may need to confirm the SmartUs access request displayed on the TV screen during the initial connection. Supported features may vary depending on the TV's brand, model, and software version.

Screenshots

PdfToolBox4 screens
SmartUs4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: PdfToolBox at none against SmartUs's shown. PdfToolBox also leads on device support (3 vs 1). SmartUs's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 4 days). On price, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PdfToolBox ships an update every 4 days, SmartUs daily. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Ā· 3 level
PdfToolBox versus SmartUs: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPdfToolBoxSmartUs
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 daysDaily — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHidayet BalinFurkan Ali Donmez

In-app purchases

None

PdfToolBox

No in-app purchases

None

SmartUs

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PdfToolBox free?
PdfToolBox is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SmartUs free?
SmartUs is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PdfToolBox or SmartUs have ads?
SmartUs shows ads; PdfToolBox does not.
Which is updated more often, PdfToolBox or SmartUs?
PdfToolBox ships an update every 4 days, and SmartUs daily. Most recently, PdfToolBox was updated on September 11, 2026 and SmartUs on September 10, 2026.

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