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Convertio vs MinerU

Both stand on pdf converter software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Convertio

Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+5

Convertio combines broad file conversion with OCR, batch processing and cloud-based work. A free plan is available, while higher plan limits and priorities require paid subscriptions.

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MinerU supports document parsing and conversion across a wide range of formats, with both local and integration-oriented tools. Review the memory guidance and license conditions when planning a deployment.

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The facts

	Convertio	MinerU
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	No	Yes
Runs on	Android, API, Extension, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows	API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows
Lowest paid plan	Lite annual: $6.99 a month	Pro · Annual: $59.90 a year
Plans published	14	5
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	convertio.co	opendatalab.github.io
On pdf converter software	#2 of 47	#1 of 47

Convertio: what it does well

Supports more than 300 formats and batch conversion
Cloud processing does not use computer capacity
OCR supports editable document and text outputs
Browser access across listed platforms requires no installation
Free plan available

What to know first

OCR provides up to 10 pages before signup
Paid plans have maximum file sizes
Output files are deleted after 24 hours

MinerU: what it does well

Accepts a broad range of document formats
Exports to multiple document and structured formats
Offers SDK, HTTP API, CLI, and WebUI
Remote parsing requires explicit configuration

What to know first

Higher-throughput local deployments recommend at least 16 GB system memory
Apple Silicon deployments recommend at least 16 GB unified memory
Commercial-use thresholds apply under the project license

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