Aspose.PDF
6.9#4 in pdf sdks$1,199 one-timeAndroidWebAPILinux
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What both publish
| Fact | Aspose.PDF | PDFsharp |
|---|---|---|
| Dependencies | Aspose says its libraries do not depend on third-party software such as Microsoft Word or OpenOffice. | PDFsharp says it is self-contained apart from .NET or .NET Framework and some Microsoft extension libraries; its Core build has no Windows dependencies. |
| Purpose | Aspose.PDF provides PDF manipulation and parsing solutions for developers and end users. | PDFsharp is an open-source .NET library for creating, modifying, merging, and splitting PDF documents programmatically. |
| Support | The product pages link to documentation, API references, tutorial videos, free support, paid support, and release notes. | The maker offers prioritized email support packages, contract work, technical advice, integration help, and free community support through documentation, samples, and discussions. |
Aspose.PDF plans
- Aspose.PDF$1,199, paid once
- Aspose.PDF family pack$1,679, paid once
PDFsharp plans
- PDFsharp & MigraDoc FoundationFree
- Document builder service$499, paid once
- Individual supportPriced on request
- Basic support—
- Pro supportPriced on request
- PsX solutionsPriced on request
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