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Smallpdf vs WeCompress
Both stand on pdf compression software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Smallpdf brings a broad set of PDF tasks together, including OCR, annotations, document signing and file sharing across devices. The free tools offer a starting point, while paid plans are priced per user and billed monthly in the listed plans.
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WeCompress covers common document and image formats without a charge, with an analyzer for larger files. The 50 MB limit and one-file workflow are important constraints for online use.
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| Smallpdf | WeCompress | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web, Windows | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 4 | 1 |
| Maker | Smallpdf | Not published |
| Website | smallpdf.com | wecompress.com |
| On pdf compression software | #20 of 39 | #32 of 39 |
Smallpdf: what it does well
- Thirty PDF tools are available for free.
- Supports OCR, editing and form creation.
- Users can request and track signatures.
- Mobile app supports scanning and file sharing.
- Customer support is available around the clock.
What to know first
- Free trial lasts seven days.
- Team plan requires at least two seats.
- Team pricing covers no more than 100 users.
WeCompress: what it does well
- Free browser-based compression
- Supports documents and three image formats
- Analyze accepts files up to 200 MB
- Uploads are encrypted in transit
- Privacy policy says files are deleted within three hours
What to know first
- Online uploads are limited to 50 MB
- Online compression handles one file at a time
- No offline desktop app is listed for this product
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