Markdown to PDF vs MarkPDF
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Markdown to PDF
Convert markdown files to polished PDFs with live preview and extensive formatting support. Ideal for notes, documents, and sharing code. Offers multiple page sizes, orientations, and font options.
- Live Markdown preview
- Export to PDF
- Multiple page sizes and orientations
- Extensive markdown superset support
- Syntax highlighting
- Table of contents generation
- Siri & Shortcuts support
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Markdown to PDF converts any markdown file into a clean, shareable PDF right on your iPhone or iPad. Write or paste your Markdown, see a live preview as you type, and export a polished PDF in seconds. Whether you're turning notes into a document, sharing a README, or exporting class notes, Markdown to PDF handles the formatting so you don't have to. This app will convert more than just basic markdown with support for an extensive list of markdown supersets (i.e. code blocks, highlights, embeds, callouts, etc..). Conversions: - PDF - Word (DOCX) - EPUB - HTML - Rich Text (RTF) - Plain Text - Markdown Features - Live preview: see your formatted document update as you type - Editor and split-screen modes for a comfortable writing experience - Export to PDF and share or save to Files - Multiple page sizes: A4, A3, Letter, Legal, Tabloid - Portrait and landscape orientation - Font options: System, Serif, Sans-Serif, Monospace, New York - Color themes: Light, Dark, Sepia, and 22 more! - Import existing Markdown files - Siri & Shortcuts Support: convert a file or text into a PDF Additional Features - Syntax highlighting for code blocks - Table of contents generation - Page numbers - Soft line breaks - Obsidian-compatible syntax (callouts, wikilinks, math via KaTeX, highlights) - Rich Markdown editor with live syntax coloring - Fit preview to screen width - Mermaid diagrams (render flowcharts, sequence diagrams, class diagrams, and more) All current and future "additional features" are available as a monthly or annual subscription, or a one-time lifetime purchase. A 7-day free trial is included with the annual plan. By downloading this app, you agree to Apple's Standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
MarkPDF
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Turn Markdown documents into polished, shareable PDFs. MarkPDF is a focused document conversion tool for reports, technical notes, meeting minutes, handouts and other Markdown-based content. Open a file, check the formatted result, adjust the layout and export a PDF in a straightforward workflow. KEY FEATURES • Open .md and .markdown files • Switch between the Markdown source and formatted result • Render headings, emphasis, strikethrough, lists, task lists, quotes, links, images, tables, code and more • Choose from six PDF styles for different document types • Select A4, A5, Letter or Legal paper • Use portrait or landscape orientation • Choose narrow, standard or wide margins • Adjust text size and line spacing • Add a document title or custom header • Add page numbers or custom footer text • Set the starting page number • Save and share multi-page PDFs • Copy the Markdown source or save it as a file • Reopen recent documents and clear individual or all history entries • Display documents containing local images GREAT FOR • Reports and assignments written in Markdown • Technical documentation with code and tables • Meeting notes and handouts that need a consistent layout • Anyone who wants flexible PDF formatting without complex typesetting DESIGNED FOR A SIMPLE WORKFLOW Select a Markdown file, review the result and export. Layout options can be changed for each PDF, while the original Markdown remains available to copy or save separately. Conversion runs locally on your device and can be used without an internet connection. PRIVACY No account is required. Your selected documents and PDF conversion stay on your device; document content is not sent to an external server. File access is limited to items you choose.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Markdown to PDF at Free against MarkPDF's $3.99. MarkPDF's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Markdown to PDF is free to download; MarkPDF costs $3.99 up front. Markdown to PDF sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. MarkPDF asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Markdown to PDF | MarkPDF |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $3.99 |
| Rating | 4.4 (9 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 9 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Zain Aaban | Moca LLC |
In-app purchases
Markdown to PDF
- Premium Monthly$1.991 Month
- Premium Annual7 Days trial$6.991 Year
- Lifetime Access$29.99
MarkPDF
No in-app purchases









