Overall Winner
Smallpdf
beats Nitro PDF by 18 points
Smallpdf 🏆 68/100
Nitro PDF 50/100
Smallpdf
From $12/mo
VS
N
Nitro PDF
From $15/mo
The verdict
Smallpdf scores 68/100 against Nitro PDF's 50/100. Compare the full breakdown of scores, features, pricing, and user reviews below.
Score breakdown
Dimension
Smallpdf
Nitro PDF
Price & Value
★★★☆☆
★★★☆☆
Features
★★★★☆
★★★★☆
Ease of Use
★★★★☆ wins
★★★☆☆
Reviews
★★★★★ wins
★★★☆☆
Each dimension rated 1–5. Higher is better across all four.
What users say
Smallpdf
"Feature-rich PDF suite with polished UX but marred by billing complaints"
Pros
Clean, intuitive interface with smooth performance Comprehensive features (compress, convert, edit, sign, merge, protect) Works without errors or lags for most tasks
Nitro PDF
"Enterprise-focused PDF editor with robust features but at a premium price"
Pros
Enterprise-grade features with collaboration and security tools Professional PDF editing, OCR, and conversion capabilities Strong document security and compliance features
Pricing & value
| Metric | Smallpdf | Nitro PDF | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Yes | No | Smallpdf |
| Starting price | From $12/mo | From $15/mo | Smallpdf |
Our pick