Comparison

The Document Converter vs PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ®

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

Head to head
About

The Document Converter

Effortlessly transform files into various document and image formats like PDF, DOCX, and JPG. Simply select your input, choose the desired output, and convert in seconds. Save, share, or open your converted files directly in other applications.

Highlights
  • Convert to PDF, DOCX, JPG, TXT, and more
  • Supports dozens of input formats
  • Save, share, or open converted files
  • In-app file browser
  • AirDrop support
  • Cloud and local conversion options
Features
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Easily convert your files to nearly any document format! 1. Select your input file 2. Choose your output format ( DOCX, PDF, JPG, TXT etc. ) 3. Convert! It will only take a few seconds. 4. Save your file, or open it in Office, Drive, Dropbox, etc! Here are the output formats you can choose from: DOC, DOCX, HTML, ODT, PDF, RTF, TXT, JPG, PNG, JPEG, PNG You can convert from dozens of input formats, here are some of the most popular formats we support converting from: • Documents: ABW, DJVY, DOC, DOCM, DOCX, DOT, DOTX, HTML, HWP, LWP, MD, ODT, PAGES, PDF, RST, RTF, SDW, TEXT, TXT, WPD, WPS, ZABW and more! • Ebooks: AZW, AZW3, AZW4, CBC, CBR, CBZ, CHM, EPUB, FB2, HTM, HTMLZ, LIT, LRF, MOBI, PDB, PML, PRC, RB, SNB, TCR, TXTZ and more! • Images: HEIC, JPG, JPEG, PNG, ICO, SVG, EPS, BMP, GIF, NEF, TIFF and more! • Spreadsheets: CSV, XLS, XLSX and more! • Presentations: PPT, PPTX, KEY, PDF and more! Save, Share or Open your converted files in your favorite apps immediately. Browse your previously converted files with our in-app file browser. You can even AirDrop your files right to your Mac or another device. Conversions usually take less than 15 seconds! Conversion is done on a secure cloud server, which makes conversion easier, faster and much more battery-friendly. You must have an internet connection to use this app. Files are immediately deleted from the server after conversion. While the files are immediately deleted after conversion or cancellation, you should be aware that by using this app, you agree that your files will be sent over to internet from the app to the conversion server. We've also recently added support for local conversions for many popular conversion types. These conversions don't require a server, and are usually done almost instantly! We are continuing to add support for more local conversions with each update. This app includes an optional auto-renewable subscription (Premium Pass): Premium Pass beings with a free trial period, then an auto-renewable monthly subscription when trial ends. Payment will be charged to your Apple account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration/price selected) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hrs before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Current subscription may not be cancelled during the active subscription period; however, you can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your Apple Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of the free initial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://float.support/the-document-converter/privacy Terms of Use: https://float.support/the-document-converter/terms

About

PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ®

This app offers a comprehensive suite of tools for managing PDF documents. It allows users to read, edit, annotate, convert, and scan PDFs with an intuitive interface. Features include form filling, digital signatures, page management, and robust sharing options across Apple devices.

Highlights
  • Read and edit PDFs
  • Annotate and markup documents
  • Fill forms and add digital signatures
  • Convert images and web pages to PDF
  • Scan documents with OCR
  • Organize and manage PDF library
  • Share via AirDrop and iCloud
Features
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PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ® Smart, Intuitive, and Apple Optimized Experience the ultimate PDF solution, designed with Liquid Glass for a sleek, smooth, and visually stunning interface across all Apple devices. CORE PDF FEATURES Effortlessly read, edit, and create PDFs with a smooth, intuitive interface. One-touch annotation and markup: highlight, underline, and add notes anywhere. Draw or paint directly on PDFs with a full color palette. Insert text boxes, headers, and footers. Fill forms and create digital signatures, drag & drop signatures precisely. Rearrange, add, or delete PDF pages easily. Lock PDFs to protect sensitive documents. Compress, zip, and print PDFs directly from your device. Fully accessible for users with visual, motor, or cognitive disabilities. PDF VIEWING AND READING High-resolution display for crisp text and images. Day & night modes for comfortable reading. Search text and use Siri to find notes, open documents, and access PDFs instantly. Zoom in/out seamlessly on text and images. Tag, organize, and customize your PDF library for easy access. Quick access via widgets, shortcuts, and Apple Watch support. Take a summary using Apple Intelligence. A PDF app designed with Liquid Glass for an enhanced user experience. Listen to any book read aloud in natural voices, with each word highlighted as it's spoken. Adjust speed, pick your voice and language, and follow along page by page. PDF EDITING AND ANNOTATION Highlight, underline, and annotate PDFs with ease. Draw, sketch, or paint anywhere using customizable colors and brushes. Insert shapes, images, and photos, and customize text boxes with full control over font style, size, and color. Real-time collaborative annotation via SharePlay. Fill forms, invoices, and contracts with intelligent form recognition. Digital signature creation and placement for effortless signing. PDF CONVERSION AND SCANNING Convert images, web pages, and camera photos into PDFs. OCR text recognition for scanned documents. ( Image to Text ) Scan receipts, notes, contracts, and reports. Batch scanning for multiple pages. AI-enhanced processing for professional, high-quality PDFs. PDF Converter for exporting files to multiple formats including HEIC, JPEG, PNG, TIFF, and PDF. Create professional invoices and export them as PDFs to easily share, send, or print. FILE MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATION Save edits to new or existing PDFs. Archive and share PDFs via AirDrop, iMessage, iCloud, and more. Collaborative PDF workspace with annotation support. Multi-language support for global accessibility. SECURITY AND PRIVACY Lock PDFs with a password. No data collection; all documents remain private. Customize PDF access and permissions. CLOUD, SHARING, AND TRANSFER iCloud integration for seamless syncing across Apple devices. Share via AirDrop, iMessage, WhatsApp, Google Drive, and more. Import/export PDFs from multiple platforms. Quick, one-tap sharing options. SUBSCRIPTION PRICE AND TERMS: Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. You can manage or turn off auto-renew at any time from your iTunes Account Settings or via the “Manage Subscription” option in the App Settings menu. Please note that refunds will not be provided for any unused portion of the subscription term. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited upon purchasing a subscription. Terms of use: https://pdfeditorpdfbookreader.app/terms Privacy policy: https://pdfeditorpdfbookreader.app/privacy

Screenshots

The Document Converter4 screens
PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ®4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ® at 83% against The Document Converter's 36%. PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ® also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 5 months) and device support (5 vs 3). The Document Converter's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. The Document Converter sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ® sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

The Document Converter holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5.9K and 22K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 36% of The Document Converter's written reviews are positive against 83% of PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ®'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Document Converter ships an update every 5 months, PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ® every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
The Document Converter versus PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ®: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe Document ConverterPDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ®
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (5.9K ratings) — better4.3 (22K ratings)
Positive reviews36.2% of reviews82.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5.9K22K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB61 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFloat Tech, LLCMilad Fakhr

Customer experience

The Document Converter

All ratings5,936 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral2.0%
Negative5.8%
Written reviews293 reviews
Positive36.2%
Neutral3.1%
Negative60.8%

PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ®

All ratings22,211 ratings
Positive82.1%
Neutral3.0%
Negative15.0%
Written reviews487 reviews
Positive82.8%
Neutral0.6%
Negative16.6%

User reviews

The Document Converter

From 5.9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and efficient
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 💡 Useful for document conversion
  • 🚀 Reliable and accurate

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Requires subscription for full functionality
  • 🐛 Conversion issues with certain file formats
  • 🔒 Misleading about free trial
  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance

PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ®

From 22K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to use and navigate
  • 👍 Helpful for signing documents
  • 🚀 Efficient PDF editing and management
  • 🚀 Reliable performance and compatibility
  • 👍 Useful for reading and annotating PDFs

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Issues with saving edits and text input
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
  • 🔒 Concerns about privacy and data collection

Bugs and requests

The Document Converter

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Conversion process gets stuck or fails
  • Corrupted output files
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for more file formats
  • Improve file management and organization
  • Provide offline conversion capabilities
  • Introduce a more transparent pricing model

PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ®

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Text not saving properly after editing
  • Difficulty accessing documents at the bottom of PDFs

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add folder organization for PDFs
  • Improve text editing and input responsiveness
  • Provide more customization options for PDF viewing
  • Integrate with cloud storage services

In-app purchases

5 purchases

The Document Converter

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Pass3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Premium Pass7 Days trial$3.491 Month
One-time3
  • Lifetime Pass$8.99
  • Lifetime Pass$19.99
  • Lifetime Pass Promo$29.99
6 purchases

PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ®

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Subscription$9.991 Month
  • Quarterly Subscription$17.993 Months
  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time3
  • Scanner (OCR)$3.99
  • Save PDF$49.99
  • PDF Editor Creator & Scanner$49.99

Questions

Is The Document Converter free?
The Document Converter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ® free?
PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, The Document Converter or PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ®?
The Document Converter is rated higher. The Document Converter averages 4.7 out of 5 from 5.9K ratings, while PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ® averages 4.3 from 22K ratings.
Do The Document Converter or PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ® have ads?
Neither The Document Converter nor PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ® shows ads.
Which is updated more often, The Document Converter or PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ®?
The Document Converter ships an update every 5 months, and PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ® every 4 days. Most recently, The Document Converter was updated on September 22, 2026 and PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ® on September 24, 2026.

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