# Sequence vs PDF Editor

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PDF Editor at none against Sequence's 4. Sequence's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sequence sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. PDF Editor asks for nothing beyond the download.

Sequence ships an update every 3 days, PDF Editor every 4 days. Both last shipped on September 18, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sequence | PDF Editor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-editor-sign-edit-merge/id6796535076/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Every 4 days |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 25 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nhat Le](https://appshunter.io/developer/1830594910) | [Jatupon Hongweing](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896471199) |

## What reviewers say

### Sequence

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sequence-time-block-planner/id6782797615)

This app helps you organize your day by visually integrating tasks with your calendar. It allows you to create focus blocks, manage action items, and adapt your schedule when plans change. Pro features offer enhanced syncing, unlimited plans, and advanced scheduling.

**Highlights:** Visual day planning, Task and calendar integration, Focus block creation, Action item management, Unfinished work carry-over, Repeatable plan templates, Distraction blocking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sequence Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Sequence Annual | $14.99 | per year |
| Sequence Tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Sequence Lifetime | $14.99 | one-time |


### PDF Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-editor-sign-edit-merge/id6796535076)

Edit, sign, and protect your PDF documents directly on your device. This app offers a suite of tools for merging, splitting, compressing, and converting PDFs without uploading your files to any server. Enjoy a private and efficient document management experience.

**Highlights:** Unlock PDFs, Sign documents, Annotate PDFs, Merge and split files, Compress PDFs, Convert PDF to image/Excel, Password protection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sequence free?

Sequence is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PDF Editor free?

PDF Editor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Sequence or PDF Editor have ads?

PDF Editor shows ads; Sequence does not.

### Which is updated more often, Sequence or PDF Editor?

Sequence ships an update every 3 days, and PDF Editor every 4 days. Most recently, Sequence was updated on September 18, 2026 and PDF Editor on September 18, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*