Comparison
Go Convert Documents vs Smallpdf
Smallpdf has one of the cleanest UX in the PDF space, but the free plan famously caps you at two tasks per hour and rejects larger files. Go Convert Documents removes those limits in exchange for a simpler interface.
| Feature | Smallpdf | Go Convert Documents |
|---|---|---|
| Free daily limit | 2 tasks per hour | None |
| Signup required | For repeated use | Never |
| Watermark on output | On some free tools | Never |
| File retention | Varies | Auto-deleted after 1 hour |
| Max file size (free) | ~15 MB | 100 MB |
| OCR (scanned PDF → text) | Paid | Free |
| Merge / Split / Compress | Yes | Yes |
| PDF ↔ Office | Yes | Yes |
| Watermark PDF | Yes | Yes |
| Protect / Unlock PDF | Yes | Yes |
| Native mobile app | Yes | Web only |
Pick Go Convert Documents if…
- You want unlimited free conversions — no hourly ceiling.
- You need OCR without paying for Smallpdf Pro.
- You care about the 1-hour auto-delete privacy guarantee.
Pick Smallpdf if…
- You want built-in e-signature workflow.
- You already use Smallpdf inside Microsoft Teams / Google Workspace add-ons.