Why UPDF Is a Better Alternative to PDF Reader Pro

UPDF's built-in AI further extends functionality beyond PDF Reader Pro's offerings. It also offers smarter OCR for scanned PDFs, reliable editing, full compatibility, smooth performance, and exceptional customer support. Watch the video to discover why it’s the smarter choice.

UPDF

PDF Reader Pro

Pricing	For Individuals: $39.99/year or $69.99/lifetime without admin console For Enterprise: $69/year per user or $99/lifetime per user with admin console For Education: $29.99/year for individual or $118/year for Enterprise AI Assistant: $79/year or $29/quarter UPDF Pro + AI Assistant: $108.99/year - $138.99/year One license for all platforms	For Individuals: Standard - $59.99/year; Advanced - $79.99/year; Permanent - $99.99, only access to Mac/Windows For Education: Standard - $29.99/year; Advanced - $39.99/year; Permanent - $49.99, only access to Mac/Windows
Free Trial	Free to use on Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Online (AI only)	7-day free trial (no AI) on Windows, Mac, iOS, Android
System Supported	Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Online (AI only)	Windows, Mac, Android, iOS
Read PDF
Search / Expand / Collapse Bookmarks
Promote / Demote / Export / Print From / Show Page Number in Bookmarks
Change Bookmark Texts Size / Print Pages From Bookmarks
Set Bookmark Destination
Display PDF As Slideshow
Use Presenter View
Slide Navigator
Choose Play From Start
Choose Play From Current Slide
Show Slide Timing
Screenshot PDF
Compare Files
Edit PDF
Add Text / Edit Existing Text
Add Images / Links
Extract / Resize / Move Images
Crop / Replace / Delete / Rotate / Extract Images
Add Color / Image as Background
Add PDF as Background
Add / Edit Headers&Footers
50+ Available Fonts for Headers&Footers
Underlined Headers&Footers
AI Assistant
Summarize / Translate / Explain PDF
Translate PDF with Original Layouts
Chat With Images / AI
PDF To Mind Map
Annotate PDF
Add Text Callouts / Text Box / Stickers
Add Shapes Or Free Draw
Measure PDF
Highlight / Strikethrough / Underline / Squiggly Line Text
Manage Comments List
OCR
Supported Languages	38	9
Make Scanned PDF Searchable & Editable
Transform Scanned PDF Into Image-only PDF
Convert PDF
PDF To Word / Excel / PPT / Image / HTML / CSV / TEXT / RTF
Create PDF
Create Blank PDF
Create From Image / Word / PPT / Excel
Create From Screen Capture / Clipboard / Visio / CAJ / Scanner
Organize PDF
Split by Size / Top-Level Bookmarks / Add Split Line
Crop / Add / Move / Split / Extract / Rotate / Replace / Delete Pages
Free-Size Cropping
Insert Blank Page / Pages From PDF / Pages From Clipboard
Interleaving Insertion
Protect PDF
Set Open / Permission Password
Add Text / Image as Watermark
Add PDF as Watermark
Redact PDF
PDF Form
Create / Fill form
Highlight Form Fields
Add Date / Image Field
Form Field Recognition
Import / Export Form Data
Sign PDF
Create Signature By Drawing / Uploading Image / Typing
Save Signature To Cloud for Cross-Platform Use
Digital Signature
Batch PDF
Batch Print / Create / Encrypt / Bates Numbering / Combine / Convert
Batch Insert
Share PDF
Share Via Links / QR Code
Share Via Email
No Outlook Plug-In Needed
Other Features
Print / Compress / Flatten PDF
Repair PDF
Sync PDF Files To Access Across Devices

Why Pay More for Less? Choose UPDF!

UPDF delivers a smoother, more stable experience with advanced AI tools (GPT-4.1 & DeepSeek R1), powerful OCR in 38 languages, and full features. Just $39.99/year or $69.99 lifetime— all you need, for less.

UPDF Pro

A single license on 2 desktops (Win & Mac) and 2 mobiles (iOS & Android) simultaneously. The Lifetime version is priced at $69.99 and applies to all platforms.

USD$/Year

PDF Reader Pro Standard

Billed yearly at $59.99 at 2nd renewal. Access to 4 devices. The permanent version is priced at $99.99, but limited to 1 device (Win/Mac).

USD$59.99/Year

More Intelligent, More Capable PDF AI

UPDF AI goes beyond basic rewrite/summarize (like PDF Reader Pro) with GPT-4.1 and DeepSeek R1, offering format-preserved translation, PDF-to-mind maps, chat with files, and AI Q&A. Cloud-synced across all devices—unlike PDF Reader Pro’s desktop-only AI.

Fluent Editing, Reliable Performance

Compare to PDF Reader Pro, UPDF offers faster, smoother editing with no disruptive updates. One license to use across platforms. Plus, full PDF compatibility ensures files work everywhere.

Why Users Choose UPDF as Their PDF Reader Pro Alternative

Great PDF editor

I am so glad I purchased UPDF! It has been a game-changer for me when it comes to working with PDFs. The ability to export to various formats like .docx, .ppt, .xlsx, etc. is just fantastic and has saved me so much time and hassle. I've tried out six different PDF reader/editor programs in the past, and UPDF definitely stands out as the best in terms of export options.

from Cynthia S. in Appsumo

An Essential Tool for Anyone Working with PDFs!

I've been using UPDF for one year now, and I can't speak highly enough of this app! It's a powerful PDF editor that combines user-friendly features with advanced capabilities. The interface is clean and intuitive, making it easy to navigate through all the tools. I love how I can effortlessly edit text, annotate, and even add images to my PDFs. The AI features are a game changer—summarizing documents and translating text has never been easier!

from Candycrowner in App Store

UPDF is faster, easier to use

and a lot more affordable than its top competitor! It has a simpler dashboard and a cleaner UI/UX that makes it a pleasure to use. Works great on computers and mobile devices! Highly-recommended for both education and business!

from Anton G. in Product Hunt

UPDF has been a fantastic tool in my workflow.

It’s user-friendly, quick, and the AI features genuinely boost productivity. However, a few enhancements could make it even better: adding a binder/merge function, integrating with the context menu for quick access, and upgrading the Bookmark feature to generate a clickable table of contents would all be game changers. Overall, I'm very happy with UPDF and look forward to seeing future improvements. Highly recommended!

from Darweesh Al-Baraghithi in Google Play

Easy-to-use Lifetime Software

UPDF is a powerful tool that easily helps you create and edit PDFs. Its AI feature is exceptionally helpful for both work-related and personal tasks and has saved me countless hours of research and study time. The best part is that you can choose between a lifetime license for the current major version or a monthly or annual subscription for current and future major versions. I appreciate the choice a great deal and feel it's worth mentioning in any review!

from Louis Boiko in G2

Help my business to streamline my document management

What I like most about UPDF is its user-friendly interface and intuitive navigation. The UI is thoughtfully designed, making it easy to understand and use right from the start. I can upload, organize and share documents with team members effortlessly.

from Rachie C. in Capterra

UPDF vs PDF Reader Pro FAQS

Q1. What are the key differences in features between UPDF and PDF Reader Pro?

UPDF offers a faster, more stable, and feature-rich PDF experience, offers 6/24 customer service. Powered by advanced AI models like GPT-4.1 and DeepSeek R1, UPDF enables intelligent, creative workflows far beyond basic editing. Its OCR engine supports 38 languages, delivering accurate text recognition across a wide range of documents. Combined with a sleek interface, seamless cross-platform compatibility, and straightforward pricing at just $39.99/year or $69.99 lifetime, UPDF stands out as a smarter, more efficient alternative.

Q2. Does UPDF or PDF Reader Pro have a free version, and what are the limitations?

UPDF provides a free version, while PDF Reader Pro offers only a 7-day trial—each with distinct restrictions.
·UPDF Free Version: No time limit. You can convert up to 2 files per day, batch process 2 files at a time, experience OCR, and edited PDFs will have a watermark. You can upload and analyse up to 5 PDFs and a maximum of 100 pages/PDF, ask 100 questions in UPDF AI. No payment info is required.
·PDF Reader Pro Free Trial: offers severely limited functionality: form filling, one electronic signature, basic annotations (highlight/underline/notes), text-to-speech (TTS), and document permission controls. Notably, all AI-powered features are disabled in this version.

Q3. How Does UPDF Compare to PDF Reader Pro When It Comes to Customer Service?

UPDF offers comprehensive technical support and regular updates to ensure the latest features and bug fixes. We also have a dedicated customer service team to help resolve any technical issues. UPDF provides 24/6 customer support for individual users (Monday-Saturday), with 24/7 dedicated service for Enterprise customers. In contrast, the customer service of PDF Reader Pro has been consistently criticized for inadequate customer support and unreliable issue resolution.

Q4. Which PDF editor is better for professional/business use?

UPDF is the better choice for both individual professionals and businesses. It offers advanced editing tools, AI-powered features, OCR, and cross-platform compatibility, making it ideal for professionals who need a comprehensive and efficient PDF solution. Additionally, UPDF provides an Enterprise Plan with an admin console, while PDF Reader Pro often struggles with performance consistency, compatibility issues, and licensing limitations, which can hinder professional use.

Q5. How Many Devices Does a License Code Support in UPDF and PDF Reader Pro?

When you purchase UPDF, you can use it on up to 4 devices: 2 desktops (either 1 Windows and 1 Mac, 2 Windows, or 2 Macs) and 2 mobile devices (1 iOS and 1 Android, 2 iOS, or 2 Android). If you opt for the license with AI Assistant, you can access the AI features on up to 6 devices: 2 desktops, 2 mobile devices, and 2 webs. You’re also allowed to reinstall on a new device when replacing an old one. In contrast, in PDF Reader Pro, for individuals, one license code is for one device. If you want to use it on other devices, you need to unbind the license code.