Alternatives · PDF Editors
Readiris alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Readiris alternative is PDFelement (2.8 GPA).
Readiris compared with 5 alternatives: ABBYY FineReader PDF, Able2Extract, PDFelement, Foxit PDF Editor and Nitro PDF Pro.
Readiris is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $79 one-time (crossed-out price $129). None of the alternatives has a free plan. 5 more offer a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReadirisThis tool | Free trial · from $79 one-time | Trial only | macOS, Windows |
| ABBYY FineReader PDF | Free trial · from $69/yr | Trial only | macOS, Windows, iOS |
| Able2Extract | Free trial · from $49.95 | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| PDFelement | Free trial · from $11.99 | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Foxit PDF Editor | Free trial · from $129.99/yr | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Nitro PDF Pro | Free trial · from $15/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS |
How each one differs from Readiris
ABBYY FineReader PDF
PDF editor built around OCR, for Windows and Mac
- ABBYY FineReader PDF starts at $69 per year (Mac); $99 per year for Windows Standard ($16 billed monthly).
- ABBYY FineReader PDF also lists an iOS app.
- ABBYY FineReader PDF also covers workflow automation.
- ABBYY FineReader PDF does not cover forms, which Readiris does.
Suits: Offices that regularly turn scanned paper into editable documents
Able2Extract
Desktop PDF converter and editor, sold as a lifetime license
- Able2Extract starts at $49.95 for a 30-day license, or $199.95 one-time.
- Able2Extract also lists a Linux app.
- Able2Extract also covers documents.
- Able2Extract does not cover forms, which Readiris does.
Suits: Accountants and analysts who pull tables from PDFs into Excel
PDFelement
Wondershare's PDF editor, by subscription or a one-time license
- PDFelement starts at $11.99 per quarter for one platform.
- PDFelement also lists a web app and iOS and Android apps.
Suits: Windows or Mac users who want to pay once for a PDF editor
Foxit PDF Editor
PDF editor for Windows, Mac and web, yearly or as a one-time license
- Foxit PDF Editor starts at $129.99 per user / year.
- Foxit PDF Editor also lists a web app and iOS and Android apps.
- Foxit PDF Editor also covers documents.
Suits: Offices replacing Adobe Acrobat on Windows and Mac machines
Nitro PDF Pro
Desktop PDF editor for Windows and Mac with AI tools, billed yearly
- Nitro PDF Pro starts at $15 per user / month, billed annually.
- Nitro PDF Pro also lists a web app and an iOS app.
- Nitro PDF Pro also covers documents.
- Nitro PDF Pro does not cover forms, which Readiris does.
Suits: Windows offices that want an Office-style PDF editor
Limits worth knowing in Readiris
- It is desktop software for Windows 10 or 11 (64 bit) and macOS 11 and later; there is no web or mobile edition.
- Form design, redaction, multiple e-signatures, PDF/A and cloud sharing need the Elite edition.
- The store shows each price beside a crossed-out higher one with no end date.
- Version 27 is a version-specific license; the page does not say what upgrading to a later version costs.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Readiris?
The alternatives to Readiris in this directory are ABBYY FineReader PDF, Able2Extract, PDFelement, Foxit PDF Editor and Nitro PDF Pro. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Readiris.
Is there a free alternative to Readiris?
None of the alternatives listed here has a free plan. ABBYY FineReader PDF, Able2Extract, PDFelement, Foxit PDF Editor and Nitro PDF Pro offer a free trial.
Which Readiris alternatives work on Linux?
The Readiris listing does not include a Linux app. Able2Extract lists one.
Which Readiris alternatives work on Android?
The Readiris listing does not include an Android app. PDFelement and Foxit PDF Editor 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.