# pdfFiller Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra

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Last updated March 5th, 2026

# Reviews of pdfFiller

Ease of use

4.5

Customer Service

4.3

## Pros and Cons in Reviews

Comprehensive PDF editing tools

88% positive reviews out of 368

Most reviewers appreciate PDF document editing for its versatile features, enabling quick, effective modifications and form creation.

Malik M

Maintenance Supervisor, 5,001 - 10,000 employees.

"The ability to make a document, edit an existing PDF and generate forms is remarkable."

Subscription and hidden costs concerns

41% negative reviews out of 184

Some reviewers feel pricing is high, with surprise charges, required subscriptions, and limited free features frustrating occasional users.

Vivian P

Executive Assistant , 10,001+ employees.

"That you had to pay to access further features and it seems a little on the expensive side."

Intuitive workflow and navigation

93% positive reviews out of 202

Most reviewers find ease of use valuable, highlighting intuitive navigation and quick learning for efficient tasks.

Sluggish performance with large files

64% negative reviews out of 45

Most reviewers indicate performance and speed issues, especially lag and slowdowns when handling larger or complex documents.

Efficient diGital signature process

92% positive reviews out of 194

Most users report sign document features streamline electronic signatures, saving time and simplifying document handling.

Nicholas B

Wireless sales representative, 1,001 - 5,000 employees.

"The ease of use, the fact that I can have my employees sent a folder with each document that needs signed, then they can electronically sign and send back to me within minutes!"

Limited text formatting options

65% negative reviews out of 31

Most reviewers describe text and font controls as restrictive, with alignment, font size, and style adjustments often difficult.

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Maragaret L.  
Owner  
Arts and Crafts  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "A Software For All PDF Needs"

February 24, 2026

5.0

It is useful for creating PDF documents, but mostly to help me edit the ebooks I create. Many times I need to edit them or add information. Because the software is stable is offers great editing without changing the formatting or messing up the spaces where words go. I've had this problem with other such softwares, but not with pdfFiller.

Pros

I have used it to create and edit PDF documents and to create forms. I also use it to convert PDF documents to Word. It was easier to use than other similar software. It was easy to use and has good customer support. With an active subscription files can be kept in the cloud until a user deletes them. It is also a could source for document signing. I have never had bugs or difficult issues with the software, it appears to be a sturdy platform.

Cons

It does not have a free version. For people who don't use it on a regular basis, they will have to pay for a subscription they sometimes don't use.

Alternatives considered

[PDF Suite](https://www.capterra.com/p/239713/PDF-Suite/)

Reason for choosing pdfFiller

I only use PDF Suite to create PDF Files from my computer, not online.

Switched from

[Canva](https://www.capterra.com/p/168956/Canva/)

Canva is not as easy to use for my needs.

Review Source

BT

Bryan T.  
President and CEO  
Health, Wellness and Fitness  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "pdfFiller is a winner for easy and simple ways to edit PDF documents. "

October 31, 2024

5.0

Overall, I am extremely satisfied with pdfFiller once I learned to navigate my way around the various ways it can be used to edit PDFs. I just started my 3rd year of using pdfFiller and plan to continue in the future.

Pros

I use pdfFiller on a daily basis for my health coaching business. I keep track of health records, create invoices, create lab orders, and edit previously written PDFs using the seamless interaction with pdfFiller.

Cons

I have rarely found what I am looking for in the pdfFiller library. Many of them have company logos on the form that cannot be removed so they do not apply to what I want to use them for in my business. My suggestion to pdfFiller is to remove identifying logos from the forms in the library so they could be edited to work with another business.

Alternatives considered

[Adobe Acrobat Reader](https://www.capterra.com/p/170833/Acrobat-Reader-DC/)

Reason for choosing pdfFiller

Price was a motivating factor and once I used it on a trial basis, I found pdfFiller reasonably easy to navigate and learn.

Review Source

AW

Andrew W.  
Senior sales associate  
Medical Practice  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Document management made easy!"

April 6, 2026

5.0

My overall experience with pdfFiller has been smooth/easy to use and also easy to implement in efficient business dealings!

Pros

The best thing I love about pdfFiller would be the automated “prefill” function it has that makes document signing a thousand times more efficient and user friendly!

Cons

The least I like about pdfFiller would only be the access the signer has in editing capabilities. Essentially not the most important aspect but would still be nice just in case.

Review Source

DM

Don M.  
Loan Officer  
Financial Services  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "NOT IMPRESSED!!!!!"

February 10, 2026

2.0

It works O.K. but the functionality for the money could be found in a lot of other online signature programs. I will be researching other programs, finish my subscription and make sure to use another company that is not as deceptive as pdfFiller has turned out to be. I should have expected crap like this being the company appears to be based out of Massachusetts and the support is overseas.

Pros

The product worked O.K but there are better programs I wish I had of gone with instead. Customer service was adequate but I could have found a better subscription cheaper.

Cons

The way I was tricked into purchasing the their program in the first place from Sign Now then extorted into upgrading to Premium when I needed the Certificate.

Review Source

Response from airSlate

February 17, 2026

Don hi! Could you please provide more details re what's happened when switching between the plans? Or please let us know the ticket number of your case if you discussed this with our Support agents. We have several options for both monthly and annual plans. In integration with signNow and as a standalone. We are confident we can find something to fit your use case perfectly. If you are not yet sure where exactly you are switching, we actually strongly recommend you do not cancel your subscription before testing the alternatives. We have people switching back all the time (from the most famous solutions that we prefer not to name here but we are sure you know them well), and restoring the initial account, after some time, is not that easy, to be honest. Regarding our Support Team: we have team mates working in multiple locations across the globe to cover all possible time zones. This guarantees our Support is really online 24/7, weekends and holidays included.

MG

MARCIA G.  
CPA, Sole Proprietor  
Accounting  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "pdfFiller is part of my office staff"

October 26, 2024

5.0

I have been using pdfFiller for so long now, I can't even remember when and how I got started with it. I needed something to edit pdf documents, and I guess the price was right. Since then, I have used it for both professional and personal tasks, and now I would be lost without it.

Pros

I can use it as a fax, a secure email, document signature, and form filler as well as editing pdf documents. The security really comes in handy, because email is notoriously unprotected unless you do some complex encrypting. This email is simple to use.

Cons

I don't know if paying a premium price would have helped, but I found it limiting when I tried to combine more than five pages at a time--I had to do i.t in batches

Alternatives considered

[PDF Professional](https://www.capterra.com/p/182912/PDF-Professional/)

Reason for choosing pdfFiller

Price was lower for pdfFiller and I didn't need such a heavy program.

Review Source

DB

Donna B.  
Owner  
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "A must have for truckers!"

October 31, 2024

5.0

I have used this app for 5 years and will continue to for years to come- well worth paying for!

Pros

I love that I can sign and return documents, and fax things as well. I save everything to my app as well as my iCloud- it’s very convenient for a business that’s done on the road.

Cons

I don’t really have any complaints, everything I have needed has been available.

Alternatives considered

[Adobe Acrobat Reader](https://www.capterra.com/p/170833/Acrobat-Reader-DC/)

Reason for choosing pdfFiller

I feel this one met my needs a lot more than Adobe would have.

Review Source

LK

Laurie K.  
VP Logistics  
Security and Investigations  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Great alternative to Adobe."

October 28, 2024

5.0

I've been using this program for...maybe four years now and it does exactly what I need.

Pros

Economical way of editing and altering .pdf files.

Cons

I don't have any issues with pdfFiller. It exceeds my expectations - I can even get docs notarized using this program! Now...if I only knew how I could be one of those notaries, that would be helpful.

Switched from

[Adobe Acrobat Reader](https://www.capterra.com/p/170833/Acrobat-Reader-DC/)

More cost efficient, and easier to use pdfFiller.

Review Source

RR

Russell R.  
Producer  
Motion Pictures and Film  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "PDFfiller works very well, but could benefit from some detail improvements"

October 29, 2024

4.0

I find the “customize message” a little frustrating because it always defaults to the default. Anytime I make a change and wish to save the overall message for future use, it has just never worked.

Pros

Initially, I went with pdfFiller because of pricing and usability. I’ve continued with it since then because it works for me in my large and small document signings.

Cons

I wish that there was a quick way to find all versions of the contract, including signed versions, in the same docs folder that I’ve organized by project. I produce films and this would make a huge difference. I also wish there was a way to do batch downloads of signed documents as PDFs for filing with legal entities.

Alternatives considered

[Docusign](https://www.capterra.com/p/121506/Docusign/)[Adobe Acrobat Reader](https://www.capterra.com/p/170833/Acrobat-Reader-DC/)

Reason for choosing pdfFiller

Pricing was important, as well as ease of use.

Review Source

SJ

Selvyn J.  
Income Tax Accountant  
Accounting  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Superior document editing and creation functions. "

October 28, 2024

5.0

Very positive experiences in all utilities and functions of the software.

Pros

Outstanding edit of uploaded documents of all sixes and formats. Superior signature sharing capabilities.

Cons

I dont like that all pdf files are automatically uploaded to pdf filler. Many are useless and too large to be on the program.

Alternatives considered

[Docusign](https://www.capterra.com/p/121506/Docusign/)

Reason for choosing pdfFiller

Cheaper and much more powerful and solves all my needs for products.

Review Source

PR

PJ R.  
Dir of HR  
Retail  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Highly recommend"

November 1, 2024

4.0

It's been soooo helpful! It has made such a difference day to day. Very polished, professional product.

Pros

Easy to use - fair price. From day one, minute one, you could produce exactly what you needed!

Cons

I don't like the template process - not so simple

Alternatives considered

[Adobe Acrobat Reader](https://www.capterra.com/p/170833/Acrobat-Reader-DC/)

Reason for choosing pdfFiller

I remember the cost and available maneuvering options being the key decision makers.

Review Source

JR

Janice R.  
Office Administrator  
Real Estate  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "PDF review"

October 24, 2024

5.0

Great - very easy to maneuver thru and print

Pros

that it saves my file and that I can return and modify it at a later date.

Cons

Sometimes getting the curser to be in the correct place and not wipe out everything that i had already typed.

Review Source

AH

Andy H.  
Principal  
Insurance  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Only program that is worth the investment!"

October 30, 2024

5.0

I have been using about 7 years and it is used weekly to enhance documents.

Pros

I love the ability to update documents and improve documents that only have as a hard copy/pdf.

Cons

I wish the signature part was better. I wish there was a way to detect the size and type of text and mirror that with the correction or improvement needed.

Review Source

SN

Shermaine N.  
Owner  
Health, Wellness and Fitness  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Happy Small Business Owner"

October 28, 2024

5.0

I love using PD Filler for my business. It makes it so much better and makes me happy.

Pros

Filling out my contracts! So many great ways to help a business.

Cons

I love doing my contracts and using it for all things needing to add signature and dates.

Review Source

JC

James C.  
Consultant  
Real Estate  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "a part of everyday program"

October 24, 2024

4.0

Great. Been using it for a few years. Recently discovered fax service function but not sure how reliable it is as 1 of 3 recipients told me they never received it ( have not checked with the other 2 yet )

Pros

Being able to create, modify almost any doc into pdf

Cons

User interface can be little more user friendly (and polished)

Review Source

DG

Dominick G.  
Sr. Post Producer  
Marketing and Advertising  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "pdfFiller - Top Tier PDF Editor"

March 26, 2025

5.0

I started using pdfFiller a few months ago to edit the text in a PDF someone had sent me. It's super easy to use and does exactly what I need!

Pros

I love how easy and intuitive pdfFiller makes it to view, edit and convert PDF files!

Cons

I have no complaints, pdfFiller works great for me!

Review Source

JG

JIm G.  
VP Sales  
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "PDF-experience"

October 24, 2024

5.0

No issues, use it a couple times a month

Pros

easy to understand, the tabs at the top make it easy to figure out what you need

Cons

I wish it was easier to match the font in the documents I'm editing

Review Source

CT

Catalina T.  
President  
Real Estate  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Best PDF Editing App"

October 29, 2024

5.0

Pros

I like everything about it. It is extremely easy to use and has all the features I need for my business

Cons

I like everything about it. I cant find anything that I don't like

Review Source

JW

John W.  
Owner  
Construction  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Love it! The best thing ever"

October 31, 2024

5.0

Great I absolutely love using it and sending out my contracts using this

Pros

It’s easy to use and easy to send to people

Cons

Easy to access and quick to do all the things

Review Source

VW

Victoria W.  
Agent  
Insurance  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Pre fill great "

October 30, 2024

5.0

I love how fast customer service is for all my needs.

Pros

Makes signing god my clients so easy and it’s great.

Cons

Anytime I had an issue it was fixed within 48 hours

Review Source

JS

Jill S.  
Certification Officer  
Higher Education  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Highly recommend"

October 30, 2024

5.0

I use pdfFiller to complete forms electronically for my work as a remote employee. It has made the process so much more efficient than having to print, complete, and scan these forms. The time it has saved me is greatly appreciated!

Pros

I appreciate the ease of adding, storing, and amending forms that I use as a remote employee.

Cons

I don't really have any complaints. Perhaps the erase feature could be made easier to use?

Review Source

BL

Bryan L.  
President  
Insurance  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Definitely worth it!"

October 30, 2024

5.0

I have used pdffiller for a few years now and it helps with all my docs.

Pros

Easy to use with all my documents and make all the required changes.

Cons

I really can't think of a single thing that I had a problem with.

Review Source

DJ

Danielle J.  
Librarian  
Libraries  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Good value for money "

November 1, 2024

5.0

It saves time and paper. It is good value for money.

Pros

Quickly and easily complete a form, sign it and email it.

Cons

Sometimes it won’t sign on mobile app if the pdf is not formatted correctly

Review Source

DJ

David J.  
Principal  
Management Consulting  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "A Very Solid Product"

October 26, 2024

5.0

Excellent; no issues. I've been using pdf filler no for three years and have nothing but good things to say about the product

Pros

Easy to use; excellent and professional results easy; wide range of useful tools

Cons

Would like to be able to merge more documents at one pass - five is too few.

Review Source

EG

Edward G.  
Owner  
Graphic Design  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "The review of PDF filler"

October 30, 2024

5.0

It is help me with both business and personal documents.

Pros

The storage of all my documents. The flexibility of use.

Cons

Nothing I like this program very much. It was very easy

Alternatives considered

[Adobe Acrobat Reader](https://www.capterra.com/p/170833/Acrobat-Reader-DC/)

Reason for choosing pdfFiller

The ease-of-use and the storage capacity

Review Source

TE

Teresa E.  
Benefits and Payments Manager  
Government Administration  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "like it, will keep using it"

October 31, 2024

5.0

I like it and have been using it for years.

Pros

I like that you can easily send any document securely

Cons

It's a bit difficult to move around in it.

Review Source

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