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What do you like best about Foxit PDF Editor?

For over 4 years I have used Foxit Phantom PDF in my job, often several times per day for individual viewing and file generation. I especially like the interface; the default toolbars are well organized, and the preferences menu allows a comprehensive range of customization for the application. My business suite license has been money very well spent. Foxit allows for rapid editing, while also handling certificates very well with the trust management running in the background. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Foxit PDF Editor?

On-the-fly object manipulation is fine, but I'd like to see additional functions for grouping and aligning objects like floating shapes and images in the page. My only other dislike is that when creating a new pdf from scratch [File -> Create] , it would be nice to be able enter custom page size dimensions at that screen, rather than having to first go to [File -> Preferences -> Create PDF -> Custom] in order to set the dimensions. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Foxit PDF Editor solving and how is that benefiting you?

By default, my business only provides .pdf viewing software to users, but those of us that need to do .pdf editing need to install additional software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Foxit PDF Editor Overview

What is Foxit PDF Editor?

Founded in 2001, Foxit is a leading provider of innovative PDF and eSignature products and services, helping knowledge workers increase productivity and do more with documents. Foxit combines easy-to-use desktop software, mobile apps, and cloud services in one powerful solution: The Foxit PDF Editor. This Intelligent Document Platform allows users to create, edit, fill, and sign documents through their integrated PDF Editor and eSign offerings – from anywhere and on any device. As the first to market with AI-powered PDF editing solutions, Foxit enhances productivity with smart document editing and workflow automation. Winner of numerous awards, Foxit has over 700 million users and has sold to over 528,000 customers, ranging from SMBs to global enterprises worldwide. Foxit products are ISO 32000-1/PDF 1.7 standard compliant, therefore, compatible with your existing PDF documents and forms.

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Founded in 2001, Foxit is a leading provider of innovative PDF and eSignature products and services, helping knowledge workers increase productivity and do more with documents. Foxit combines easy-to-use desktop software, mobile apps, and cloud services in one powerful solution: The Foxit PDF Editor. This Intelligent Document Platform allows users to create, edit, fill, and sign documents through their integrated PDF Editor and eSign offerings – from anywhere and on any device. Foxit also enables software developers to incorporate innovative PDF technology into their applications via powerful, multi-platform Software Developer Kits (SDK). Winner of numerous awards, Foxit has over 700 million users and has sold to over 485,000 customers, ranging from SMBs to global enterprises worldwide. Foxit products are ISO 32000-1/PDF 1.7 standard compliant, therefore, compatible with your existing PDF documents and forms.

How do you position yourself against your competitors?

The #1 Alternative to Adobe Features – Foxit is the #1 PDF alternative to Adobe for a good reason. Its PDF editor delivers premium, future-proof tools wrapped in a familiar, quickly adopted interface. With plans tailored to customer needs, we now provide a PDF editing-only plan and a comprehensive PDF editing + eSign plan. Foxit offers the same functionality as Adobe Acrobat for less money and more flexibility.


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Foxit Corporation is a software company which develops PDF tool that can create, view, edit, digitally sign, and print PDF files.


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Ryan D.Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
5.0 out of 5
"Matches Adobe Acrobat at an Affordable Price"
Foxit gives us all the editing and integrating capabilities that we need and want, streamlining our pdf workflows and making the creation of our cr...
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Verified UserSmall-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
0.5 out of 5
"Not worth it"
Nothing, it was a challenge to use and could not edit much once information was completed
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Pauline M.Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
5.0 out of 5
"Easy to use, cloud based software!"
I use the cloud-based version of Foxit PDF Editor on my computer for business purposes, and it's been very reliable. It makes it easy to edit and f...

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PM
Mortgage Loan Originator
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
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What do you like best about Foxit PDF Editor?

I use the cloud-based version of Foxit PDF Editor on my computer for business purposes, and it's been very reliable. It makes it easy to edit and fill out PDFs quickly without needing to download software. The interface is straightforward, and everything runs smoothly. It’s a great option for anyone who needs a dependable, web-based PDF editor for work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Foxit PDF Editor?

I appreciate the functionality and reliability of Foxit PDF Editor's cloud-based version for my business needs. However, I find the pricing to be on the higher side for what I use it for. These costs can add up, especially for small businesses. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Foxit PDF Editor solving and how is that benefiting you?

Foxit PDF Editor solves the problem of needing a quick and reliable way to edit and fill out PDF documents without installing extra software. Since I use the cloud-based version on my computer, I can access and update business documents from anywhere with internet access. It helps streamline my workflow, especially when I need to make changes to forms or documents on the go. It’s convenient, efficient, and saves me time. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

JB
Business Rescue, Business Strategy, Business Leadership, Business Re-Architecture
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What do you like best about Foxit PDF Editor?

Ease of use, intuitive user interface, robust and rich features.

The cost/functionality ratio is just perfect for a smaller business. We use the application on a daily basis to review/edit and create PDF documents, the eSign functionality is excellent and have streamlined and automated our contract management processes. Even if you do not have the desktop version installed on your second/alternative computer it's no issue as you just log into the web version and work seamlessly. Implementation of the application is modern and easy, and the application integrates flawlessly with other common use applications like Windows 365. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Foxit PDF Editor?

We have found that older desktop versions do sometimes have update hiccups but the latest version not anymore. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Foxit PDF Editor solving and how is that benefiting you?

Cost effective solution to work with PDF documents, we provide Contract Management and Financial Solutions for Independent Consultants/Contractors working on a fixed term contract basis, we therefore constantly manage contracts. The online eSign functionality revolutionized our business, moving from multiple pdf documents attachments to emails to fully automated professional service. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

SL
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What do you like best about Foxit PDF Editor?

I needed a tool to merge PDF documents into a single document with a cover page, a TOC, and the merged documents. This tool checked all the boxes and make it relatively easy to do. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Foxit PDF Editor?

Adding a cover page and a TOC that was in the right location in the document is impossible in a single pass - I had to (a) merge all the documents which created the TOC, (b) add page numbers in a separate pass, then (c) merge a cover page with the already merged document that had pages added to it but suppress a new TOC. Way too many steps - I should be able to identify a cover page in the merge list, have the option to add page numbers, and have it work without going through multiple steps and settings. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Foxit PDF Editor solving and how is that benefiting you?

I had 13 individual word documents plus 11 power point presentations that all needed to be merged into a single PDF in the right sequence. Using Foxit made that task very easy Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

LC
Digital Marketing Specialist
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What do you like best about Foxit PDF Editor?

I have used so many expensive programs in an effort to implement Salesforce integration with a digital signature feature. I installed the demo version of the Salesforce app and signed up for the 30 day trial of the PDF eSign product. I love it. I can manage the contracts inside our Salesforce org and my staff doesn't have to leave their org account to send a contract from start to finish - with data! Set-up and usage was very easy for us and that matters because we will use it every single day with every single transaction. Customer Support has been very helpful in understanding my missteps and leading me in the right direction. The first day I used it, I said, "take my money!" Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Foxit PDF Editor?

I only have two issues with FoxIt. One is minor and that is the inability to switch accounts or sign-out without having to delete the signed certificate. It isn't the end of the world and once I figured that out, I had zero issues.

There is a major issue with Foxit from a Salesforce POV. I can't get anyone to take my money. Literally, can't get someone to contact me back to sign-up and pay. I have submitted forms for sales from their site, submitted tickets, called and left a message for sales, and even left a review in Salesforce AppMarketplace about it.

From what I understand, it is a new vertical for them that doesn't have support yet and that is the issue. However, a product this good, needs attention. If they will reach out to me, I will not only pay, I will spread the word. Call me folks! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Foxit PDF Editor solving and how is that benefiting you?

This is affording us the ability to implement contract management directly into Salesforce and the Salesforce Experience Sites for our agents. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

TW
HR Coordinator
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What do you like best about Foxit PDF Editor?

I most enjoyed Foxit PDF Editor Suite for its capability to easily add a .jpg signature to a document. I also found that this program was easy to navigate through. I found many features useful, especially the editing of a pdf document, and the drag/drop option for adding pages from a separate pdf. I found the word recognition to be superior to other programs. I feel this program is easy to integrate with the other systems, and that others would have few issues switching to this program. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Foxit PDF Editor?

I dislike that when signing into my account on another device, I find that certain settings are not saved. Specifically the choice of scrolling through pages of a pdf or skipping to the next page. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Foxit PDF Editor solving and how is that benefiting you?

The general setup of Foxit PDF Editor Suite is more straightforward and easy to navigaste through compared to the current system my firm uses. I think the most appealing to me is its word recognition capabilities, which saves a generous amount of time when information from a PDF document is needed in another format. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

SS
President
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What do you like best about Foxit PDF Editor?

Easy to navigate.

Quick loading.

Simple eSign Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Foxit PDF Editor?

After about 10 months a couple of our users ran out of eSignature envelopes. This resulted in users wasting time having to contact other users at our company to send out eSignature requests for them. There was no solution to pay to increase our eSignature envelopes or to share them across our users. Instead they recommended paying a very large additional fee to add separate eSign service. We only needed a small additional number of eSignatures to finish out the year. The team we worked with was very helpful to our concerns, but the management's decision to limit eSignatures to such a small amount and have no option to pay a small additional fee for more envelopes is likely to be an issue for many companies going forward as more and more users start using eSignature Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Foxit PDF Editor solving and how is that benefiting you?

Adobe Acrobat was getting too expensive and difficult to use. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

LS
Managing Partner
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What do you like best about Foxit PDF Editor?

What I like best about Foxit PDF Editor is how fast and lightweight it feels compared to other PDF programs. The most helpful feature is the ability to easily edit text within PDFs without messing up the formatting. One big upside is that it combines powerful tools, like redaction and form creation, into one affordable package. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Foxit PDF Editor?

Sometimes the interface feels a bit cluttered, which can make it harder to find certain tools quickly. Occasionally, updates change the layout or move features around, which takes some getting used to. There are a few advanced options that aren’t as intuitive as I would like. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Foxit PDF Editor solving and how is that benefiting you?

Foxit PDF Editor helps me easily edit and update documents without needing to recreate them from scratch. It also makes combining, organizing, and securing PDFs much faster and more efficient. This saves me time and allows me to manage documents more smoothly in my daily work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

JB
Contractor
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What do you like best about Foxit PDF Editor?

So far... nothing. Seriously. As far as an in-field measure person where everything changes from house to house, having to take multiple pictures for each house several times a day, I would quit my job having to deal with this system. Im hoping my company will try something else before then. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Foxit PDF Editor?

In comparison to other pdf readers, this one is way too finicky to use on IPad. Text randomly dissapears, adding anymore than one picture takes too long and randomly crashes the system causing whatever hadn't been backed up to be lost causing the measure to have to be redone. (I dont get paid by the hour) having to input the name of the file to save, file AND send is incredibly anoying, talk to text doesn't work, and having to reduce file size EVERYTIME I send something!? Absolutely rediculous. This system makes me look clumsy and impatient AND incompetent in front of my multiple customers everyday. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Foxit PDF Editor solving and how is that benefiting you?

Doing in field measurements for doors on residential properties. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from TJ Chen of Foxit PDF Editor

Dear Justin,

We're sorry for the trouble you’ve experienced. Could you share a few examples of the issues you’ve run into? Please submit a case at https://kb.foxit.com/s/submit-a-case so our team can investigate and assist you right away.

Best,

Foxit Support Team

TC
Service Manager
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
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What do you like best about Foxit PDF Editor?

I like that it has many advanced features such as performing OCR on a folder full of PDFs, Docusign built into the interface, and easy modification of existing PDF documents. Installation was quick, and activation was straightforward. I turned it loose on a folder full of scanned documents on a Friday afternoon, and by Monday morning they had been fully updated with OCR. It integrates into the Mac version of the Microsoft Office apps, which allows you to send your documents as PDF direct from Word or Excel. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Foxit PDF Editor?

My biggest gripe is that the user interface is sclearing not very Mac-like. Like MS Office apps, it uses a "Ribbon" at the top of the window to select functions, but it has no meaningful options on the menu bar. My other complaint (which is more of a Mac thing in general) is that it seems to constantly prompt for access to files and system services. Other Mac software prompts at first and then every once in while after that; Foxit seems to prompt at least once per session. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Foxit PDF Editor solving and how is that benefiting you?

Our scanner creates PDF image documents, Foxit makes the document searchable. We also use it to modify PDFs. We can make pretty much any changes we want to any PDFs, combining pages, adding and removing text, etc. We were able to cancel our Docusign account and use Foxit's services instead. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

RD
Director of IT
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
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What do you like best about Foxit PDF Editor?

Foxit gives us all the editing and integrating capabilities that we need and want, streamlining our pdf workflows and making the creation of our critical business notes fast and easy. Installation is fast and easy, I've yet to have a seat fail to install correctly or require tech support assistance to repair and implementation. The interface is intuitive and easy to learn, and the software has a small footprint so it doesn't bog the processors while many other programs are running behind it. It's output is completely compatible with Adobe Reader and EMR applications so integrating documents into our EMR is seamless and fast. And the monthly seat subscription pricing is reasonable. Overall, a five-star. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Foxit PDF Editor?

I'm the IT Director and so far I have had no observations from the field, that "we should have something added or taken away, that there's this and that, that are slowing me down", etc, or any such, so I don't know I'd say there is any real downside or dislike. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Foxit PDF Editor solving and how is that benefiting you?

We need to integrate multiple pdf documents while editing them, and create a single patient document at the end of that workflow, FoxIt makes this an easy and streamlined process. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.