Comparison

Word Editor vs SLATE

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

Head to head
About

Word Editor

Features
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Create, edit, read, sign, scan, convert, and organize DOCX and PDF files—all in one focused document workspace. Whether you’re polishing a document, signing a PDF, scanning paperwork, or managing files on the go, Word Editor gives you practical tools in a clean, mobile-friendly experience. EDIT DOCX DOCUMENTS • Create and edit DOCX files • Format fonts, sizes, colors, alignment, and spacing • Add bullets, numbered lists, checklists, links, and images • Cut, copy, paste, undo, and redo with ease • Find and replace text in seconds • Export your finished document as DOCX or PDF SIGN AND MARK UP PDFS • Read PDFs with smooth zoom and full-screen viewing • Create, save, place, move, and resize signatures • Highlight, underline, strike through, and draw freely • Add shapes and redaction marks • Undo edits and export PDFs with visible annotations CONVERT AND SCAN • Convert DOCX files to PDF • Convert PDF files to editable DOCX documents • Scan paper documents with your camera • Combine multiple photos into one PDF • Reorder images before creating your PDF ORGANIZE YOUR FILES • Quickly search your document library • Access recent and favorite files • Filter DOCX and PDF documents • Sort files and switch between list and grid views • Rename, delete, print, and share documents • View useful file information whenever you need it MADE FOR EVERYDAY DOCUMENT WORK Word Editor brings essential writing, PDF, scanning, signing, conversion, and file-management tools together in one convenient app—so your documents are always ready when you are. SUBSCRIPTION Some premium features require an auto-renewable subscription. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account when your purchase is confirmed. Your subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SZDg4zhZNE1Y8EV79h5_P8azrwSLYZh_F-R8qOjMSq8/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

About

SLATE

Features
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Slate is a clean, modern PDF annotation app built for professionals, students, and anyone who works with documents. Import PDFs, review files, add annotations, sign documents, and export completed work—all from your iPhone or iPad. Whether you're reviewing contracts, completing forms, marking up plans, or organizing paperwork, Slate helps you stay focused with a simple, distraction-free workspace. FEATURES • Import and annotate PDF documents • Add text anywhere on the page • Create and place signatures • Insert dates, initials, and checkmarks • Highlight important information • Draw freehand with customizable pen tools • Add stamps and annotations • Save your progress and revisit documents later • Export and share completed PDFs • Designed specifically for iPhone and iPad BUILT FOR EVERYDAY WORK Slate is ideal for: • Business professionals • Contractors and field teams • Students and educators • Real estate professionals • Office administration • Anyone who regularly works with PDF documents SIMPLE BY DESIGN Slate was designed around one goal: making document markup fast and intuitive. Every feature is focused on helping you review, complete, and share documents without unnecessary complexity.

Screenshots

Word Editor4 screens
SLATE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SLATE at none against Word Editor's 2. Word Editor's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 26.5). On price, 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. Word Editor sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. SLATE asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Word Editor versus SLATE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWord EditorSLATE
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size97 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAurora InnovationDanielle Dockery

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Word Editor

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly$5.997 Days
  • Yearly$49.991 Year
None

SLATE

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Word Editor free?
Word Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SLATE free?
SLATE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Word Editor or SLATE have ads?
Neither Word Editor nor SLATE shows ads.

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