Comparison

The Document Converter vs Universal Viewer

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

Universal Viewer

This utility app allows you to store and view various file types on your device, including documents, images, and media. It supports common formats like PDF, text, HTML, and popular image and video extensions. Easily transfer files from email, AirDrop, and iTunes File Sharing to organize and access them.

Highlights
  • View PDF, text, HTML, and image files
  • Built-in video and audio player
  • Supports AirDrop and iTunes File Sharing
  • File organizer functionality
  • Supports JPG, PNG, GIF, BMP, AVI, MP4, MKV, MP3, WAV formats
Features
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Universal Viewer is a universal application targeted to store and view the different file types in your devices. Universal Viewer includes high-quality viewers and provides excellent support for PDF, Text documents, HTML files, and images. It's built-in video and audio player support different file formats. Documents can be easily stored from email, AirDrop and iTunes File Sharing, This app will serve as a viewer as well as a file organizer. NOTE: This app will not support any download functionalities. Features - View PDF, text, HTML, image, movie, and audio documents - Supports AirDrop and iTunes File Sharing Supported File Formats - PDF, HTML and text documents - Images - jpg, jpeg, png, gif, and bmp - Video - avi, mp4, and mkv extensions - Audio - mp3 and wav

Screenshots

The Document Converter4 screens
Universal Viewer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: The Document Converter at 4.7 against Universal Viewer's 1.9. The Document Converter also leads on review sentiment (36% vs 0%) and ratings volume (5.9K vs 9). Universal Viewer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.6). 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. The Document Converter sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Universal Viewer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

The Document Converter holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Document Converter has 5.9K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of The Document Converter's written reviews are positive against 0% of Universal Viewer's.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
The Document Converter versus Universal Viewer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe Document ConverterUniversal Viewer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (5.9K ratings) — better1.9 (9 ratings)
Positive reviews36.2% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings5.9K — better9
Update frequencyEvery 5 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.610.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB70 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFloat Tech, LLCTravancore Analytics Pvt. Ltd

Customer experience

The Document Converter

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

Universal Viewer

All ratings9 ratings
Positive22.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative77.8%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

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

Universal Viewer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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
None

Universal Viewer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is The Document Converter free?
The Document Converter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Universal Viewer free?
Universal Viewer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, The Document Converter or Universal Viewer?
The Document Converter is rated higher. The Document Converter averages 4.7 out of 5 from 5.9K ratings, while Universal Viewer averages 1.9 from 9 ratings.
Do The Document Converter or Universal Viewer have ads?
Neither The Document Converter nor Universal Viewer shows ads.

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