249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
Compress PDF is the household name in shrink pdf, but it's far from the only option. We track 249+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.7★ (14) | No | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.9★ (430) | No | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | — | No | No | Aug 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | — | Yes | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | — | No | Yes | Aug 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.8★ (6.9K) | No | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.8★ (51K) | No | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 8 |  | $2.99 | — | No | No | Aug 2026 |
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