This table covers 14 evaluation criteria across iLovePDF, Smallpdf, Adobe Acrobat, and PDFpen. Ratings reflect general platform capabilities based on publicly available information. Individual results may vary depending on subscription tier, operating system version, and specific document complexity.
| Criteria | iLovePDF | Smallpdf | Adobe Acrobat | PDFpen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Web-based access | ✓ | ✓ | Limited | ✗ |
| Desktop application | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mobile app | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | iOS only |
| Text editing | Basic | Basic | ✓ | ✓ |
| OCR recognition | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Batch processing | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Encryption / password | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Redaction | ✗ | Limited | ✓ | ✓ |
| Form creation | Basic | Basic | ✓ | Basic |
| Digital signatures | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Windows | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| macOS | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Linux | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| API access | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
✓ = Supported | ✗ = Not supported | Yellow = Limited or partial support. Comparison reflects generally available product tiers. Enterprise or premium plans may differ. Check vendor documentation for your specific version.