Comparison

PDF Merge vs HyperDrop

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

Head to head
About

PDF Merge

Easily combine multiple PDF files into one or split large documents into smaller ones. This app offers a straightforward interface for merging, splitting, and extracting pages from PDFs directly on your device. All processing is done locally for enhanced privacy and security.

Highlights
  • Combine multiple PDF files
  • Split and extract specific pages
  • Process files on-device
  • Share via Mail, Messages, AirDrop
  • View file history
  • Thumbnail previews for pages
Features
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PDF Merge is the fastest way to combine and split PDF files on your iPhone. No complicated menus — just pick your files, tap, and share. MERGE PDFs • Combine multiple PDF files into a single document • Add as many files as you need • See each file's page count before merging SPLIT & EXTRACT PAGES • Browse every page with clear thumbnail previews • Tap to pick exactly the pages you want in a new PDF • Select a range: tap the first page, tap the last — done • Split every page into its own separate PDF in one tap • Select or deselect all pages instantly HISTORY & SHARING • Keep track of every merge and split in History • Share results instantly via Mail, Messages, AirDrop, Files and more • Share all created files at once PRIVATE BY DESIGN • All processing happens on your device • Your documents are never uploaded to a server • No tracking, no data collection Perfect for contracts, invoices, school assignments, scanned documents, reports and any PDF you need to organize. PDF MERGE PRO Unlock unlimited merging and splitting, full history access and sharing from history. Choose a weekly, monthly or yearly plan. • Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. • You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings. Need help or have a suggestion? Contact us : https://upbeat-animantarx-f5b.notion.site/SUPPORT-2ebee4e7706780c7a2d5c496801eed5b?source=copy_link Terms of Use : https://upbeat-animantarx-f5b.notion.site/PDF-Merge-Terms-Conditions-2f1ee4e7706780b78d1cc861c0494304?source=copy_link Privacy Policy : https://upbeat-animantarx-f5b.notion.site/PDF-Merge-Privacy-Policy-2f1ee4e7706780debbc4c018f48d3a99?source=copy_link

About

HyperDrop

Features
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HyperDrop sends photos, videos, documents, texts, contacts and links directly from device to device – between iPhone and iPad, and to other phones running HyperDrop. Fast, private and without any detour through the cloud. No account, no sign-up, no ads. THREE WAYS TO SHARE • iPhone and iPad: Nearby devices find each other automatically over Bluetooth and direct Wi‑Fi – no shared network needed. Tap, send, done – with live progress and speed. • Other phones with HyperDrop: On the same Wi‑Fi they appear in the list automatically. Without a shared Wi‑Fi, the other phone opens its own small hotspot and shows a QR code – scan, connect, send. In both directions. • Browser/QR (only one has the app): HyperDrop shows a QR code and link. The other device opens it in any web browser to download your files or send you some back. Just a shared Wi‑Fi is needed. WHAT YOU CAN SEND • Photos & videos straight from your library (even whole albums) • Documents and any files, folders too (as a ZIP) • Texts and links • Your own contact card or a contact from your address book HANDY EVERY DAY • Multiple recipients at once • Accept or decline – you decide what arrives • Thumbnails for received files • Received photos and videos are saved to your library automatically • Transfer history with an overview by file type • "Send to HyperDrop" right from Photos, Safari & Files • Available in 12 languages YOUR FILES STAY WITH YOU All transfers go directly between devices on the local network or via Bluetooth – no servers, no account. Between devices with HyperDrop they are encrypted. Your files are not stored anywhere along the way. NOTE Browser mode transfers unencrypted within the local Wi‑Fi – use it on trusted networks. Use at your own responsibility.

Screenshots

PDF Merge4 screens
HyperDrop4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HyperDrop at none against PDF Merge's 2. On price, update cadence, 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 Merge sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per 7 days. HyperDrop asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PDF Merge ships an update every 2 weeks, HyperDrop every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
PDF Merge versus HyperDrop: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPDF MergeHyperDrop
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBaris Mustafa Han UnluJohann Brockstedt

In-app purchases

2 purchases

PDF Merge

Subscriptions2
  • Unlimited PDF Merge & Split.$2.497 Days
  • Unlimited PDF merging and splitting$5.991 Month
None

HyperDrop

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PDF Merge free?
PDF Merge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HyperDrop free?
HyperDrop is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PDF Merge or HyperDrop have ads?
Neither PDF Merge nor HyperDrop shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PDF Merge or HyperDrop?
PDF Merge ships an update every 2 weeks, and HyperDrop every 3 weeks. Most recently, PDF Merge was updated on November 7, 2026 and HyperDrop on October 25, 2026.

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