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    iLovePDF

    Score8.6 out of 10
    N/AiLovePDF, headquartered in Barcelona, aims to solve PDF problems, so that tasks that once took minutes now take only seconds. Beyond merging and splitting, users can compress PDFs, extract images, and convert them into OFFICE file formats. iLovePDF's Premium plan also supports electronic signature request (with audit trail), and general features can be tried with iLovePDF's free plan.

    $7

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    SignHero

    N/AN/ASignHero is an electronic signature solution with a free edition, supported by Avaintec in Helsinki.N/A

    Smallpdf

    Score7.4 out of 10
    N/AMade in Switzerland, Smallpdf is a company that offers a suite of document management tools for everyone-for work, for home, for life. Founded in Switzerland in 2013, Smallpdf provides what they describe as a simple, secure, and reliable answer to the world's PDF challenges. Smallpdf boasts serving over a billion users in 24 different languages since 2013, and in every country in the world.

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    iLovePDFSignHeroSmallpdf
    Editions & Modules
    Premium
    $48
    per year Or $7 month-to-month
    Desktop Tools and Reader - Premium
    $48
    per year or $7 month-to-month
    Desktop Reader
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    Smallpdf Basic
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    Smallpdf Pro
    $12.00
    per month
    Smallpdf Pro
    $108.00
    per year
    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    iLovePDFSignHeroSmallpdf
    Free Trial
    NoNoYes
    Free/Freemium Version
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    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
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    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup feeNo setup fee
    Additional DetailsDiscounts are available for bulk purchases
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    iLovePDFSignHeroSmallpdf
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    Smallpdf
    Chose Smallpdf
    Smallpdf is a basic PDF editor platform. Overall, it is best for beginners and those who only need a PDF editor to make simple edits and changes. Would also recommend it to those with a smaller budget. If you prefer an advanced, all-in-one PDF editor and also use other Adobe …
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    Chose Smallpdf
    Almost all software's are based on a similar platform. We use them in turn according to our comfort level and ease of use.
    Incentivized
    Chose Smallpdf
    Adobe is not so quick. It takes a lot of effort to do a job in it. but small PDFs do the same job as in the second. Even adobe Acrobat does not have as many features as Smallpdf. Smallpdf is like an ocean because you don't know ocean depth so a small pdf has so many features.
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    Delivers good value for the price
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    Delivers good value for the price
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    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
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    82%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
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    Implementation went as expected
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    91%
    Implementation went as expected
    10 Answers
    Features
    iLovePDFSignHeroSmallpdf
    PDF Editors
    Comparison of PDF Editors features of iLovePDF and SignHero and Smallpdf
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    iLovePDF
    10.0
    1 Ratings
    15% above category average
    SignHero
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    Edit Text and Images10.01 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
    Merge or Split PDFs10.01 Ratings00 Ratings00 Ratings
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    Score9.8 out of 10
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    Score8.9 out of 10
    Medium-sized Companies
    PDF Xchange Viewer and Editor
    Score9.3 out of 10
    OneSpan Sign
    Score9.6 out of 10
    Esker
    Score7.4 out of 10
    Enterprises
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    Score8.6 out of 10
    DocuSign
    Score8.7 out of 10
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    User Ratings
    iLovePDFSignHeroSmallpdf
    Likelihood to Recommend
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
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    8.7
    (25 ratings)
    Usability
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
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    9.5
    (6 ratings)
    Performance
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    9.4
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    Support Rating
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    9.9
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    Ease of integration
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    6.8
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    User Testimonials
    iLovePDFSignHeroSmallpdf
    Likelihood to Recommend
    iLovePDF
    I have been searching for a platform that allows us to edit PDFs for free since this is not something we do daily. I am glad that iLovePDF offers tons of features for absolutely free.
    Incentivized
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    Avaintec
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    Smallpdf
    As per my knowledge and experience, Small PDF is well suited when we want to convert the large and bulk processing on the images to convert them into a single file and share. I found it well suited for college students because daily they scan multiple images and merge them to send as a single assignment file. Smallpdf has the future in the education field. Sometimes it is less appropriate for the people who want to share official documents by converting them into pdf without a watermark. I personally really like the Small PDF, it really helped reduce the difficulty of sending files, and photos to others.
    Incentivized
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    Pros
    iLovePDF
    • Converting files in different formats.
    • Editing PDFs.
    • Merging or splitting PDFs.
    Incentivized
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    Avaintec
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    Smallpdf
    • It's PDF editing tool suite is extremely comprehensive.
    • Drag & Drop functionality and intuitive user interface means non-technical users can easily use most of its features.
    • It's online-first design avoids typical problems of depending on one specific computer for specific tasks.
    Incentivized
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    Cons
    iLovePDF
    • I do not see any problem with the app. I wouldn't change anything.
    • N/A
    Incentivized
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    Avaintec
    No answers on this topic
    Smallpdf
    • It has everything I'm not sure what I will say. E-sign, Share, convert. You can give an option in upload priorities features which I can see later.
    • Background remover thing also you can add in it. So I can remove the unnecessary thing from an image.
    • You can add a chatbot for help.
    Incentivized
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    Usability
    iLovePDF
    We need to visit the website and choose the feature we want to use. It is straightforward to use.
    Incentivized
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    Avaintec
    No answers on this topic
    Smallpdf
    I give this rating to Smallpdf because it comes with a large array of tools and gadgets. It allows not only pdf reading but also mixing, splitting, conversion to and from pdf, pdf compression or protecting. It is really complete and it works excellent compared to other much more expensive alternatives in the market.
    Incentivized
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    Performance
    iLovePDF
    No answers on this topic
    Avaintec
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    Smallpdf
    1.- Because it is easy to use and each function is duly indicated so you can not go wrong. 2.- Its service is fast, it takes only a few seconds to transform the files and in less than a minute it is downloaded and you can occupy it without problem. 4.-This IS online so you do not install anything, which is very useful because you can also use it from a tablet or your mobile
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    Support Rating
    iLovePDF
    No answers on this topic
    Avaintec
    No answers on this topic
    Smallpdf
    Everything is so simple and works so well, you shouldn't need support, but on the one occasion in several years that I needed it, support was quick and courteous.
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    Alternatives Considered
    iLovePDF
    ILovePDF is the easiest to use compared to all other platforms.
    Incentivized
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    Avaintec
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    Smallpdf
    I think that Smallpdf stacks up against its competitors in terms of easiness of use. The tool is very user-friendly, every feature is communicated in an efficient way and very simple to user so the user doesn't have to be particularly good at using software. Its features are superficial when compared to Acrobat but easiest to use for sure.
    Incentivized
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    Return on Investment
    iLovePDF
    • iLovePDF saves us a lot of time by editing all PDFs.
    • It has all PDF-related features, so we don`t need to go look for any other platform for different use cases.
    • My most favorite feature is add text. I am able to fill PDF format forms easily.
    Incentivized
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    Avaintec
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    Smallpdf
    • It has definitely increased efficiency. Lower paid employees can complete a simple task with Smallpdf rather than having a higher paid employee use their time to do it differently.
    • Smallpdf decreases the customer-response time. Being able to send over the proper sized file quickly makes us look great!
    Incentivized
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