--- description: Review of Adobe Acrobat Reader Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: Adobe Acrobat Reader | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice GB --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [PDF Editor Software](/directory/4419/pdf-editor/software) > [Adobe Acrobat Reader](/software/449925/Acrobat-Reader-DC) # Adobe Acrobat Reader Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/449925/Acrobat-Reader-DC Page: 1 / 423\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/449925/Acrobat-Reader-DC?page=2) > Adobe Acrobat Reader DC is a PDF viewer, which helps organizations view, sign, share and annotate PDFs. It lets users create, secure, convert, and modify PDF files. Adobe Acrobat Reader DC allows individuals to send PDFs to collect signatures and aggregate comments from multiple reviewers in a single shared document. The application allows the use of the device camera to capture and save documents in PDF format. Users can also access files present in third-party applications such as Box, Google Drive or Microsoft OneDrive. > > Verdict: Rated **4.6/5** by 10544 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.6/5** | 10544 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Adobe - **Founded**: 1982 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$1.95 - **Pricing model**: (Free version available) - **Pricing Details**: Acrobat Reader DC is available for free. - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: United States ## Features - Annotations - Collaboration Tools - Commenting/Notes - Communication Management - Compression - Convert to PDF - Customisable Forms - Customizable Fields - Data Import/Export - Delete Pages - Digital Signature - Document Management - Document Review - Document Storage - Drag & Drop - Electronic Signature - Encryption - File Management - File Transfer - Forms Management ## Integrations (6 total) - Box - Dropbox Business - Google Drive - Microsoft SharePoint - Microsoft Word - OneDrive ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat ## Category - [PDF Editor Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4419/pdf-editor/software) ## Related Categories - [PDF Editor Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4419/pdf-editor/software) - [PDF Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4791/pdf-software/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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[DocHub](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/228937/dochub) — 4.8/5 (263 reviews) ## Reviews ### "Acrobat reader review" — 4.0/5 > **KATRINA** | *6 July 2026* | Hospital & Health Care | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: I like that I can open almost any file on my phone and edit it without having to download another app or pay anything > > **Cons**: I don't like that there's only a few different kinds of files I can open and edit not all of them like json files > > My experience has been good I don't use it a whole lot but when I do it seems to work for what I need it for ----- ### "Adobe is the gold standard...just the best\!" — 5.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *26 August 2025* | E-Learning | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: It makes me feel more confident using a big name brand like Adobe. It has all the features that I need. > > **Cons**: It is a bit of a learning curve to figure out how to work Adobe, but once I got used to it everything was working great for me. > > I use it often for my proofreading work and enjoy how easy it is to use. It's great having a paid version where everything functions well. ----- ### "The One and Only" — 4.0/5 > **Essence** | *23 March 2026* | Education Management | Recommendation rating: 5.0/10 > > **Pros**: I really still like Adobe Acrobat. It is the most convenient yet the only reliable document converter out there > > **Cons**: The usability of it can be rather difficult. And the formatting does not come out the way I desire the most ----- ### "Awful, clunky, obstructive, pervasive and persistent. Avoid if possible." — 2.0/5 > **Anthony** | *7 March 2026* | Health, Wellness & Fitness | Recommendation rating: 1.0/10 > > **Pros**: It's widespread and easy to access - most people and companies know it and can format products using it. > > **Cons**: Everything else. It's pervasive so if I want to use another product, it insists on insinuating into startup. The interface is so different from Microsoft products, and so unhelpfully obstructive or limited, that I found working with it frustrating. Saving files is a pain. Why mess with something that worked (ie the MS Word-like save dialogue, that Acrobat USED to use?). Highlighting function is very glitchy. And updating to the full package Acrobat is glitchy, most functions go unused, and its no better. > > Frustrating, and ultimately I switched to PDF Express for the versatility, cost and utility. If I could surgically excise Adobe from my PC and Android phone completely, I would, but it's like a leech. ----- ### "Adobe Gets it Done\!" — 5.0/5 > **Jacquelyn** | *24 April 2026* | Insurance | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: What I like most about Adobe Acrobat Reader is how reliable and easy it is for everyday PDF use. It opens files quickly, keeps formatting consistent, and handles everything from simple reading to filling out forms and adding signatures without hassle. The interface is clean enough that I don’t have to hunt for basic tools, but it still offers more advanced features when I need them. I also appreciate how well it integrates across devices, so I can pick up where I left off. Overall, it strikes a good balance between simplicity and functionality, making it a dependable go-to for working with PDFs. > > **Cons**: What I like least is that editing PDFs can feel restrictive, with limited control over font, color, and the precise placement of new text boxes relative to existing content. > > Overall, my experience with Adobe Acrobat Reader has been very positive, especially for working with PDFs in a smooth and reliable way. It makes viewing and navigating documents effortless, while also supporting easy editing and creation of PDFs without disrupting formatting. Converting and importing other document types into polished PDFs is seamless, which helps maintain a professional look across files. I also find it particularly effective for sharing documents for signatures, with straightforward tools that make sending, tracking, and completing e-signatures simple and efficient. Even when making edits like adding text or annotations, the tools feel intuitive and integrate well with existing content, helping documents stay clean and well-structured. Overall, it’s a dependable, user-friendly platform for managing PDFs from creation through final distribution. ----- Page: 1 / 423\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/449925/Acrobat-Reader-DC?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/449925/Acrobat-Reader-DC) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | fr | | ----- ## Structured Data