LightPDF
8.8#2 in pdf editorsFrom $15.99 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitLightPDF vs PDF Expert
PDF Expert
7.6#20 in pdf editorsiOSWebmacOS
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | LightPDF | PDF Expert |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2018 | 2007 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Integrations | LightPDF's MCP documentation says its server can be configured in MCP-compatible clients such as Cursor and Claude. | The business page identifies Jamf and Intune for MDM-ready deployment and says it integrates with many MDM systems. |
| PDF tools | Its web guide says the AI Agent can perform PDF tasks such as conversion, merging, watermark removal, page numbering, and compression through chat. | Features include page organization, merging and splitting, conversion, OCR, form filling, and electronic signatures. |
LightPDF plans
- Free PlanFree
- Monthly Plan$5.99 a month
- Yearly Plan$15.99 a year
- Lifetime Plan$39.99, paid once
PDF Expert plans
- Weekly—
- Yearly—
- EssentialA$1.44 a year
- ProA$2.30 a year
- Business$80 a year
- LifetimeA$229.99, paid once
Pick LightPDF if…
LightPDF suits people who need PDF editing and conversion alongside document chat and other AI tools. Its free plan is limited to web use, while paid plans list web, mobile, and desktop access.
Pick PDF Expert if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.