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PDFKey Pro vs RWTS PDFwriter

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

PDFKey Pro

6.5
Utilities

Utility to unlock password-protected PDFs

RWTS PDFwriter

8.0
Utilities

Print driver for printing documents directly to a pdf file

Metric PDFKey Pro RWTS PDFwriter
Category Utilities Utilities
AI Score 6.5 8.0
30-day Installs 3 103
90-day Installs 8 308
365-day Installs 42 891
Version 4.5.0 3.1c
Auto-updates No No
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 1.1K
GitHub Forks 93
Open Issues 2
License GPL-2.0
Language Swift
Last GitHub Commit 7mo ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Aug 9, 2023

Reviews

PDFKey Pro

PDFKey Pro is a utility designed to unlock password-protected PDFs, offering a solution for users who need access to restricted documents. It is particularly useful for professionals and individuals who encounter forgotten passwords or need to remove restrictions for editing purposes.

PDFKey Pro removes passwords from protected PDF files, allowing users to access and edit them without the original password.

Pros

  • + Effectively bypasses forgotten passwords for PDF access
  • + Does not require user registration, protecting privacy
  • + Native macOS integration for seamless use

Cons

  • - Lack of auto-updates may require manual checks for new versions
  • - Niche functionality limits appeal to a broader audience

RWTS PDFwriter

RWTS PDFwriter is a macOS print driver that allows users to print documents directly to a PDF file. It offers a seamless integration with macOS printing system, making it easy to convert any printable document into a PDF without additional steps. Ideal for users who frequently need to create PDFs from various applications.

RWTS PDFwriter acts as a print driver, enabling users to save documents directly as PDF files from any application that supports printing.

Pros

  • + Seamless integration with macOS printing system
  • + Saves documents directly as PDFs without additional steps
  • + Customizable print settings for PDF output

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature
  • - Some users report minor interface issues