MuPDF
7.7#1 in pdf sdksFrom $299 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebLinux
VisitMuPDF vs WeasyPrint
WeasyPrint
6.9#5 in pdf sdksFrom €150 a yearFree planAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | MuPDF | WeasyPrint |
|---|---|---|
| Platform support | cross-platform | The documentation gives installation instructions for Linux, macOS, and Windows. |
| Purpose | MuPDF is a fast, embeddable SDK for managing PDF and other document formats. | WeasyPrint is free and open source software that helps web developers create PDF documents from HTML pages. |
| Support | Open-source users can seek community help through Discord and the bug tracker, while commercial license holders can contact technical support by replying to their introductory email. | CourtBouillon offers professional assistance with WeasyPrint use, configuration, integration, bug fixes, new features, and templating. |
MuPDF plans
- Commercial$299 a month
- Enterprise—
- AGPL LicenseFree
- OEM Distribution LicensePriced on request
- Subscription LicensePriced on request
WeasyPrint plans
- Free and open sourceFree
- Basic consulting€150 a year
- Essential consulting€350 a year
- Premium consulting€550 a year
Pick MuPDF if…
MuPDF is for developers who need document handling in desktop, cloud/server, or embedded software. It may suit teams evaluating an open-source option, provided they can meet AGPL terms or arrange commercial licensing.
Pick WeasyPrint if…
WeasyPrint suits web developers who need to generate PDFs from HTML and related inputs. It may also suit teams that want a Python library, command-line options, or self-hosted deployment.