PDF.it vs iLovePDF
iLovePDF is fast and reliable for core PDF operations. PDF.it does all of that — plus AI tools, eSign, redaction, and document comparison that iLovePDF doesn't offer.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
All data current as of April 2026.
| Feature | PDF.it | iLovePDF |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $3.99/month (Pro) | ~$6/month (Premium) |
| Free tier | 10 conversions/day, 25MB | Limited tasks/day, 15MB |
| File size limit (paid) | 200MB (Pro) / 1GB (Business) | ~2GB (Premium) |
| Unlimited conversions | ||
| Batch processing | ||
| eSign | ||
| OCR | ||
| AI Chat with PDF | ||
| AI Summarizer | ||
| AI Translate PDF | ||
| PDF Redaction | ||
| Compare PDF versions | ||
| Table extraction to Excel | ||
| Developer API | ||
| Languages | 3 (EN, ES, BR) | ~25 |
| Privacy (file storage) | Deleted immediately after download | Temporarily stored |
| Offline mode |
Why PDF.it Goes Further
iLovePDF covers the basics well. PDF.it covers the basics plus an entirely new layer of AI and collaboration tools.
7 AI-powered tools
Chat with PDF, Summarizer, Smart Extraction, Translate PDF, Question Generator, ATS Optimizer, and OCR Scanner. iLovePDF is a PDF utility tool — it does not have AI features.
eSign included
Request and capture electronic signatures directly in the browser. Session-only storage — no signature library persisted server-side. Not available in iLovePDF at any tier.
PDF comparison and redaction
Compare two document versions side by side and permanently redact sensitive content. Both are Business-tier features absent from iLovePDF entirely.
No per-seat pricing
iLovePDF Enterprise is priced per seat (~$12/seat/month). PDF.it Business at $13.99/month covers the entire account with no seat limits.
The One Thing iLovePDF Does Better
iLovePDF offers a well-documented developer API that lets engineers build PDF workflows programmatically at scale. If your primary need is server-to-server PDF processing or batch automation via API, iLovePDF's API is a genuine advantage. It also supports about 25 languages compared to PDF.it's current three. For individual users and teams who work through a web interface rather than code, PDF.it's broader feature set is the better fit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I switch from iLovePDF to PDF.it without losing my files?+
Yes. PDF.it works with any standard PDF. There's no proprietary format or lock-in. Just download your files from iLovePDF and upload them to PDF.it — they'll work identically.
Does PDF.it have AI tools that iLovePDF doesn't?+
Yes. PDF.it includes Chat with PDF, AI Summarizer, Smart Data Extraction, ATS Resume Optimizer, Question Generator, and Translate PDF. iLovePDF focuses exclusively on standard PDF operations and does not offer any AI-powered tools.
Is PDF.it cheaper than iLovePDF?+
PDF.it Pro is $3.99/month. iLovePDF Premium is ~$6/month, but their Enterprise plan is priced per seat (~$12/seat/month), which makes it significantly more expensive for teams. PDF.it Business at $13.99/month covers an entire account with no per-seat fees.
Does PDF.it have an API like iLovePDF?+
PDF.it is currently focused on the web app. iLovePDF offers a developer API which is a genuine advantage if you need programmatic PDF processing at scale.
Does PDF.it store my documents?+
No. Files are processed in real time and deleted immediately after download. We never store, read, or share your documents.
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All PDF operations plus AI tools, eSign, redaction, and comparison. No charge for 30 days. Cancel any time.
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