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Smallpdf vs Zoho PDF Editor

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

Smallpdf

Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb+1

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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Zoho PDF Editor

Free plan LinuxMacWeb+1

Zoho PDF Editor covers editing, page management, forms, signatures, and collaboration in a free online tool, with a desktop option that works offline. Check the dashboard file limits and account requirement before choosing the online editor.

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The facts

	Smallpdf	Zoho PDF Editor
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Android, iPhone, Web, Windows	Linux, Mac, Web, Windows
Lowest paid plan	See the plans	Free or on request
Plans published	4	2
Maker	Smallpdf	Not published
Website	smallpdf.com	zoho.com
On pdf editors	#3 of 102	#7 of 102

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.

Zoho PDF Editor: what it does well

Free online and desktop options are listed.
Includes page organization and form tools.
Supports shared viewing, comments, editing, and permissions.
Imports from four listed cloud storage services.
Desktop app works without internet access.

What to know first

Online editor requires a Zoho account.
Dashboard limit is 50 MB or 150 pages.
Encrypted and password-protected files are not accepted by the dashboard.

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