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Smallpdf is a PDF service for editing, converting, compressing, organizing, sharing, protecting, and scanning documents.
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Best PDF Splitters in 2026
A PDF splitter can separate pages into new files or pull out chosen pages. They can help when you need to send, archive or edit part of a document. Compare Android availability first if you work from a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO phone or tablet. Then check web and desktop platforms, pricing model, free-plan terms and whether the tool fits your workflow.
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PDF Candy is a PDF toolkit for editing text, annotating, using OCR, and converting documents.
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37.7
PDFgear is a PDF tool for editing text, annotating documents, converting PDFs, creating forms, and recognizing text with OCR.
Free planAndroidiOSWeb
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iLovePDF
iLovePDF provides tools for editing PDF text, adding annotations, running OCR, converting files, and creating forms.
AndroidiOSWebmacOS6.8 - 5
UPDF
Free planAndroidiOSmacOSWindows6.8Free plan - 6
Soda PDF
Soda PDF provides tools to create, edit, convert, merge, compress, and manage PDF files.
AndroidiOSWebLinux6.6 - 7
PDF Arranger
PDF Arranger is a free desktop application for combining and editing PDF pages on Linux, macOS, and Windows.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.4Free plan - 8
PDFill PDF Tools
PDFill PDF Tools is a free Windows utility for arranging PDF pages, protecting documents, adding information, and converting files.
Free planWindows6.3Free plan - 9
PDFsam Basic
PDFsam Basic is a free, open-source desktop application for splitting, merging, rotating, mixing, and extracting PDF pages.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.3Free plan - 10
Wondershare PDFelement
Wondershare PDFelement is paid PDF software from Wondershare, available on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and the web.
AndroidiOSWebmacOS6.3 - 116.2From €71 a year
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PDF-XChange Editor
PDF-XChange Editor is a Windows application for viewing, creating, editing, annotating, converting, and managing PDF documents.
Windows5.8From $62 a month - 13
Adobe Acrobat Pro
AndroidiOSWebmacOS5.7 - 14
PDF24 Creator
Free planWindows5.7Free plan - 15
PDFsam Enhanced
Windows5.7From $69 a year - 165.5
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Choosing well
Check Android access
Android availability matters when you split files on a phone or tablet. Confirm that the tool has an Android app before choosing it for mobile work.
The listed platforms also include iOS and web, so a browser or iPhone/iPad option may suit a different device.
Match your desktop
Desktop support in this category spans Windows, macOS and Linux. PDF Shaper and Kofax Power PDF list Windows support, while other tools may use a browser or another desktop platform.
Check the supported operating system on the product page before installing a desktop splitter.
Compare pricing models
Pricing models include free plans, freemium access and paid software. PDF24 Creator, PDF Arranger, PDFill PDF Tools, PDFsam Basic and PDF Shaper all offer a free plan.
Adobe Acrobat Pro and Kofax Power PDF are paid products; PDF Candy, PDFsam Enhanced and PDF-XChange Editor provide freemium access.
Choose where you work
Web access can be useful when you move between devices, while a desktop app can fit a Windows, macOS or Linux workflow. Check whether your preferred tool runs on the platform you use.
If you switch between phone and computer, look for a matching mobile app and web or desktop support.
Review licence details
For code access or changes, check the tool’s licence and whether it is open source. The ranking basis considers open source alongside documentation, breadth and freshness.
Questions people ask
Can I split PDFs on Android?
Android apps appear in this category, but support differs by tool. Check the product listing for Android availability before installing.
Which operating systems and devices do these PDF splitters cover?
Entries support Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, web and Linux in this category. Confirm support for your device and operating system.
Do any PDF splitters here have free plans?
Yes. Some entries list free plans, while others use freemium or paid pricing models.
What is a freemium PDF splitter?
Freemium means the tool offers a free level alongside paid features or plans. Check the maker's pricing details for the terms.
Should I choose a web or desktop splitter?
Choose based on where you work. Web tools run in a browser, while desktop software targets systems such as Windows, macOS or Linux.