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Online2PDF alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Online2PDF alternative is PDF24 Tools (3.0 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Online2PDF compared with 5 alternatives: Smallpdf, iLovePDF, PDF24 Tools, Sejda and PDF Candy.
Online2PDF is free to use. All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online2PDFThis tool | Free | Free | Web |
| Smallpdf | Free plan | Yes | Web, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| iLovePDF | Free plan · from $5/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| PDF24 Tools | Free | Free | Web, Windows |
| Sejda | Free plan · from $5 one-time | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| PDF Candy | Free plan · from $4/mo | Yes | Web, Windows |
Price against what you get
Online2PDF has no paid plan and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 3 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
iLovePDF scores higher without starting lower.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Online2PDF
Smallpdf
30-plus PDF tools in the browser, with Windows and mobile apps
- Smallpdf also lists Windows, iOS and Android apps and a browser extension.
- Smallpdf does not cover file compression, which Online2PDF does.
Suits: People who convert or shrink a PDF now and then in the browser
iLovePDF
Online PDF tools with desktop and mobile apps, free for light use
- iLovePDF starts at $5 per user / month, billed annually ($9 billed monthly).
- iLovePDF also lists Windows, macOS, iOS and Android apps.
- iLovePDF also covers workflow automation.
- iLovePDF does not cover file compression, which Online2PDF does.
Suits: Occasional users who merge or compress a PDF in the browser
PDF24 Tools
Free online PDF tools paid for by ads, plus an offline Windows app
- PDF24 Tools is free.
- PDF24 Tools also lists a Windows app.
- PDF24 Tools does not cover file compression, which Online2PDF does.
Suits: Anyone who needs common PDF jobs done for free with no account
Sejda
Web and desktop PDF tools, free within daily limits or by the week
- Sejda starts at $5 per user for 7 days, paid once, with no renewal.
- Sejda also lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
- Sejda also covers forms.
- Sejda does not cover file compression, which Online2PDF does.
Suits: One-off jobs: a week pass covers a short burst of PDF work
PDF Candy
90-plus online PDF tools and a Windows app, free within limits
- PDF Candy starts at $4 per month, billed yearly.
- PDF Candy also lists a Windows app.
- PDF Candy can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- PDF Candy does not cover file compression, which Online2PDF does.
Suits: People who convert or merge PDFs now and then without signing up
Limits worth knowing in Online2PDF
- Its editing is page-level (select, rotate, reorder, split, merge); the pages read describe no text editing or signing.
- Interactive form fields are removed when a PDF is edited or unlocked, according to the FAQ.
- The FAQ says there is no downloadable version and no web API, and heavy or scripted use is not allowed.
- PDF export is limited to 500 pages without OCR or 100 pages with OCR.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Online2PDF?
The alternatives to Online2PDF in this directory are Smallpdf, iLovePDF, PDF24 Tools, Sejda and PDF Candy. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Online2PDF.
Is there a free alternative to Online2PDF?
Yes. PDF24 Tools is free to use. Smallpdf, iLovePDF, Sejda and PDF Candy have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Online2PDF alternatives work on Windows?
The Online2PDF listing does not include a Windows app. Smallpdf, iLovePDF, PDF24 Tools, Sejda and PDF Candy list one.
Which Online2PDF alternatives work on macOS?
The Online2PDF listing does not include a macOS app. iLovePDF and Sejda list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 18, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.