FlexFiles vs Smallpdf: Which Is the Better Free PDF Tool?

A head-to-head comparison of features, file limits, privacy, and ease of use — so you can pick the right tool for the job.

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Feature Comparison

Free to UseFree to start, no account needed: 5 conversions a dayLimited free use; paid plans for more
File Size LimitUp to 5 GB per fileDepends on plan; see smallpdf.com
No Account RequiredYes, for the conversion toolsVaries by tool
File PrivacyHTTPS uploads; signed-in files follow your plan's retentionProcessed on Smallpdf's servers
PDF to WordFree, within the daily limitAvailable within free-use limits
Image to PDFFree, up to 10 images, no signupAvailable within free-use limits
Compress PDFFree, with three compression levelsAvailable within free-use limits
Merge PDFFree, up to 3 PDFs per mergeAvailable within free-use limits

Which Free PDF Tool Fits You?

Both tools cover the everyday jobs: converting, compressing and merging PDFs online. FlexFiles lets you start without an account, accepts files up to 5 GB and gives you 5 free conversions a day, with paid plans for more. Smallpdf offers a polished set of tools with its own free limits and paid plans, which change from time to time, so check smallpdf.com/pricing for the current details before you decide.

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