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At a Glance
Able2Extract Professional
Able2Extract Professional
Star Rating
(22)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (66.7% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial 1 User
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FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac
FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac
Star Rating
(286)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (73.3% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $16.00 Per Month
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac excels in document scanning, with a score of 9.3, making it a preferred choice for those needing high-quality OCR capabilities. In contrast, Able2Extract Professional, while effective, does not match this level of performance in scanning.
  • Reviewers mention that Able2Extract Professional shines in ease of use, scoring 9.7, which is significantly higher than FineReader's score of 8.9. This makes Able2Extract a better option for users who prioritize a user-friendly interface.
  • G2 users highlight FineReader's robust document management features, scoring 8.6, which allows for better organization and protection of documents. Users on G2 note that Able2Extract's document management capabilities are adequate but not as comprehensive.
  • Users say that FineReader PDF offers superior batch conversion capabilities with a score of 8.9, which is essential for users needing to process multiple files simultaneously. In comparison, Able2Extract's batch processing features are less emphasized in user reviews.
  • Reviewers mention that FineReader's editing features, particularly in file type support and annotation, score 9.1 and 8.8 respectively, making it a strong contender for users who need detailed editing options. Able2Extract, while competent, does not receive the same level of praise for its editing functionalities.
  • Users report that both products have strong integration capabilities, with FineReader scoring 9.0 and Able2Extract also at 9.1. However, users on G2 note that Able2Extract's integration with spreadsheets is particularly seamless, which may appeal to users who frequently work with data extraction.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Able2Extract Professional
Free Trial
Free Trial
1 User
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FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac
FineReader for Windows Standard
Starting at $16.00
Per Month
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Free Trial
Able2Extract Professional
Free Trial is available
FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.2
15
8.9
212
Ease of Use
9.7
15
8.9
215
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
9.2
64
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
9.1
51
Quality of Support
9.1
9
8.4
141
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
8.9
83
Product Direction (% positive)
8.3
14
8.8
197
Features by Category
Not enough data
8.9
413
Format
Not enough data
9.1
52
Not enough data
9.1
52
Not enough data
8.9
44
Edit
Not enough data
9.0
53
Not enough data
8.8
47
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
40
Not enough data
9.0
41
Operating System
Not enough data
9.3
52
Not enough data
8.3
32
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
603
Organization
Not enough data
8.9
63
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
9.3
80
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Editing
Not enough data
9.1
79
Not enough data
9.0
76
Not enough data
9.2
73
Not enough data
9.1
66
Not enough data
8.9
65
Operating System
Not enough data
9.5
62
Not enough data
8.4
39
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.9
385
Edit
Not enough data
9.1
82
Not enough data
8.9
80
Not enough data
9.0
78
Not enough data
8.8
78
Logistics
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.7
67
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data Sources
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generation
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Delivery
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.8
278
Design
Not enough data
8.6
36
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Collaboration
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
File Types
Not enough data
9.1
46
Not enough data
9.2
44
Not enough data
8.2
31
Edit & Revise
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.1
48
Integrate & Embed
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Operating System
Not enough data
9.6
46
Not enough data
7.9
27
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
603
Operating System
Not enough data
9.5
86
Not enough data
7.9
45
Not enough data
6.9
33
Document Processing
Not enough data
9.1
91
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.9
48
Not enough data
8.7
74
Not enough data
8.7
77
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.1
80
Not enough data
9.0
69
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Able2Extract Professional
Able2Extract Professional
FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac
FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac
Able2Extract Professional and FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac are categorized as PDF Editor and Document Creation
Unique Categories
Able2Extract Professional
Able2Extract Professional is categorized as Document Generation
FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac
FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac is categorized as File Reader, OCR, and Document Scanning
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Able2Extract Professional
Able2Extract Professional
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
66.7%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
28.6%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
4.8%
FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac
FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
73.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
16.5%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
10.2%
Reviewers' Industry
Able2Extract Professional
Able2Extract Professional
Oil & Energy
9.5%
Financial Services
9.5%
Design
9.5%
Accounting
9.5%
Venture Capital & Private Equity
4.8%
Other
57.1%
FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac
FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac
Translation and Localization
10.9%
Information Technology and Services
8.8%
Higher Education
7.0%
Legal Services
4.6%
Financial Services
3.5%
Other
65.3%
Most Helpful Reviews
Able2Extract Professional
Able2Extract Professional
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
GI
Verified User in Information Technology and Services

Cheaper than acrobat pro Allows me.to edit and change scanned documents

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Higher Education
GH
Verified User in Higher Education

The price is a little high for individual use, but worth it for work.

FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac
FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Grafton K.
GK
Grafton K.
Verified User in Aviation & Aerospace

FineReader PDF scanned and OCRed large technical documents with tables and fine print. It was a great surprise to see it recommend using a higher resolution scan in some cases. The higher resolution worked well. I used the "reverse even pages" option and it...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Computer & Network Security

When you purchase a software product from any other company in the world, you are free to download it again at any time. You can also retrieve your license using your account. Not with ABBYY! Boy, you'd better keep the installer and license backed up...

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Discussions
Able2Extract Professional
Able2Extract Professional Discussions
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FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac
FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac Discussions
What does abbyy FineReader do?
4 comments
Suzanne H P.
SP
It digitizes nearly any printed text you can scan with high accuracy in many languages, including multiple languages and can be taught to correctly identify...Read more
How can I drag a page between pdf documents?
2 comments
Platon K.
PK
I regret to say, but the drag and drop option is not supported at the moment in ABBYY FineReader 15. To be able to add the pages from another file, the...Read more
I can't resolve the internal error that sometimes appears during use.
2 comments
Official Response from FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac
We are sorry to hear you faced an issue while using FineReader PDF. To help investigate the problem, please feel free to contact the ABBYY support team...Read more