axesPDF
5.7#18 in pdf accessibility softwareFrom $650 a yearWindows
VisitaxesPDF vs PDFix Desktop
PDFix Desktop
7.6#1 in pdf accessibility softwareFree planFree planAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | axesPDF | PDFix Desktop |
|---|---|---|
| Automated scans | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Headquarters | Zurich, Switzerland | Stupava, Slovakia |
| Manual review tools | Yes | Yes |
axesPDF plans
- axesPDF (annual subscription)$650 a year
- axesPDF (biannual subscription)—
PDFix Desktop plans
- Desktop Enterprise€1,000 a year
- Desktop LiteFree
- PDFix Desktop LiteFree
- Desktop Pro$599 a year
- PDFix Desktop Pro$599 a year
- PDFix Desktop Enterprise€1,000 a year
Pick axesPDF if…
It suits Windows users responsible for checking and fixing PDF accessibility. Teams needing WCAG 2.1 scans, manual review, and remediation guidance can use its desktop-focused workflow.
Pick PDFix Desktop if…
PDFix Desktop suits accessibility specialists, compliance and document teams, enterprises, and public-sector organizations working with PDFs. It offers both automated validation and manual remediation tools.