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Companies that create or handle PDF documents, either in their internal processes or their customer-facing applications, across the IT, legal, pharmaceutical, financial and engineering industries.

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Reviews of Foxit PDF Reader

Average score

Overall
4.5
Ease of Use
4.6
Customer Service
4.2
Features
4.4
Value for Money
4.6

Reviews by company size (employees)

  • <50
  • 51-200
  • 201-1,000
  • >1,001
Mahmudul islam
Mahmudul islam
Assistant Engineer in Bangladesh
Verified LinkedIn User
Civil Engineering, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Powerful Pdf reader with simple interface

4.0 2 years ago

Comments: Foxit PDF reader is free to use PDF reader, it has very smooth and easy interface. For Opening PDF files very quick in Foxit reader. Unlike other products it takes low time, For large files it takes sometime to load but its very good for me.

Pros:

Foxit has simple interface , its also lightweight tool than other pdf reader. Easy to use, very quick to open the PDF files. rather than other PDF reader its very quick and less freeze. Zoom in features ad taking notes function is helpful for me. Most importantly i can open multiple files at once. Adding time stamp and digital sign is also good options for me. Highlighting important lines is swift and easy.

Cons:

From my use, i did not find any big Cons, for large files sometime it freeze.

Reynaldo
Network Specialist in Mexico
Automotive, 1,001–5,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Great PDF application to use with basic functions.

5.0 4 months ago

Comments: I use it to read documents, sometimes I changed the night mode and rotate view that i use most with this application, also the comment tab to make my own notes.

Pros:

I have access to functions that are not in other PDF applications.

Cons:

At the moment I don't have any cons, whit updates they were making better.

Jim
Systems Administrator in Canada
Machinery, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

FoxIt Reader - the Best PDF reader out there - and it's FREE

5.0 2 months ago New

Comments: Top-notch PDF reader. Far superior to "the other program" or Browsers. Runs quickly, doesn't nag you to constantly upgrade. Many options.

Pros:

Fast program to install and run, and has many additional options beyond a simple PDF reader. You can comment/mark-up the PDF and save the changes.

Cons:

The install wants to install a trial version of the Editor - easy enough to disable, but still a bit of a nuisance.

Katie
Deputy Manager in US
Aviation & Aerospace, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Foxit PDF Review

3.0 8 months ago

Pros:

It's very user friendly and easy to navigate.

Cons:

Sometimes the copying and pasting formatting gets a little out of whack and pastes text without any spacing.

Jennifer
Head Bookkeeper in US
Accounting, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

Foxit is worth the trial.

5.0 4 months ago

Comments: I would recommend this product for home use, as well as business use. I've not found a situation that it wouldn't handle.

Pros:

Foxit is a super easy to use software that I purchased a few years ago for my small business. The icons and menu are intuitive and just plain make sense. I needed assistance for a billing issue and their customer service was top notch. Foxit works with my browser and makes manipulating pages of PDFs a breeze. If you're looking for something different, it's worth a trial run.

Cons:

Foxit didn't make sense to my Adobe-trained mind at first. But after using it for a couple weeks, I began to realize it's actually a lot easier to use and makes so much sense.

simon
Manager in UK
Information Technology & Services, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

Great Value PDF Software

5.0 8 months ago

Comments: great software, cant beat the price and easy to use which is essential for all staff to be confident using it

Pros:

Same functions and easy to use like adobe but without the price tag

Cons:

sometimes the software can take a while to load on windows Pc running windows 10, very quick on a mac

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Health, Wellness & Fitness, 5,001–10,000 Employees
Used the Software for: Free Trial
Reviewer Source

Affordable PDF Alternative

5.0 6 months ago

Pros:

I liked how the menu system resembled the Microsoft Office ribbon so it was easy for users to figure out how to use. It has compatible features to Adobe Acrobat at a fraction of the cost.

Cons:

There have been some security vulnerabilities with the product

Lucie
Customer Service Consultant in UK
Insurance, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Foxit PDF Reader

5.0 last month New

Comments: Foxit PDF Reader is a lightweight app to manage all your PDF files. The app is fast and integrates very well with Google Drive and Dropbox. The app is easy to customize and

Pros:

The fact that I can use the app on my desktop PC and smartphone is a great thing as I can access my files from any device. From my point of view the app is very fast with opening and editing PDF files likewise the other apps I used before.

Cons:

The free version experience is not the best, for the real Foxit experience you will need the paid version.

Adrian
Fleet Operative in UK
Automotive, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Foxit PDF Reader

5.0 2 months ago New

Comments: Foxit PDF Reader is a lightweight, yet full of useful features app for managing PDF documents. Price-wise is way less than other apps but because we use just

Pros:

It has a friendly user interface and is easy to use. Is available on all platforms as apps or it can be used online on their website witch make it very versatile. Security features are a good thing too, as it allows to make the files password protected as well even sign them.

Cons:

It more limited in function than other PDF management apps, now depends witch one you need and use.

Robert
Fleet Admin in UK
Automotive, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Foxit PDF Reader - comprehendive solution

5.0 2 months ago

Comments: Foxit PDF Reader is a comprehensive solution for all the documents as it has many useful features like OCR scanning and signing features. Support is good and the price is good.

Pros:

Foxit Reader is easy to use as it has a intuitive user interface, works very good and is quite fast as it does not uses a lot of system resources. Another feature I enjoy using is he sign feature, as it allows me to sign documents from a device without using printers and scanners, really saves time.

Cons:

There are not things to like less, all work good.

Joe
owner in US
Media Production, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

A powerful PDF reader without bloatware!

4.0 2 years ago

Pros:

Ease of use is great with Foxit reader. A lack of bloatware is crucial to not crippling your computer.

Cons:

For my use, I haven't found a negative, yet!

Shruthi
Team Lead in India
Information Technology & Services, 1,001–5,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Foxit is my favorite PDF reader.

5.0 last year

Comments: According to my experience Foxit is one of the best PDF reader for windows. I always use this tool to highlight texts.

Pros:

The features i like most about Foxit is that we can edit, highlight and merge PDFs using this tool. There are many other useful features of Foxit PDF reader. It's my favorite tool.

Cons:

I am using this tool since 2021 and i never faced any issue while using it. It works fine for me.

Jaydeep
IT Support in India
Computer Hardware, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Foxit pdf reader review

5.0 11 months ago

Pros:

Foxit reader is smoother than other pdf reader and runs on low configuration desktop and laptops also.Its Easy to use .

Cons:

It's runs faster than other pdf reader and easy to install. Not required high configuration desktop and laptop.

Zaid
Accountant in Jordan
Construction, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

the best and the smoothest PDF editing software

5.0 last year

Comments: I have been using Foxit PDF Reader for one year, and switched from Adobe Acrobat, Foxit PDF Reader is cheaper and smoother while editing PDF files.

Pros:

Foxit PDF Reader is the best software for managing your PDF files, it has all the features and abilities that help you to edit and manage your DF files smoothly, as it does not consume much from your memory resources. It is the best!

Cons:

Foxit PDF Reader is the best and there is nothing to dislike about it.

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Higher Education, 1,001–5,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

A great PDF editor

5.0 last year

Pros:

Foxit allows to easily edit pdf files and add new text in the existing files. It is a must have pdf reader to have in your computer along with the Adobe.

Cons:

Some of the free features that made Foxit a clear choice over Adobe have gone premium and if you already have Adobe premium you do not get the worth of the added subscription.

Mounir
Marketing in Algeria
Information Technology & Services, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Read and modify pdf files

4.0 last year

Comments: In general, the experience was good, and the positive aspects of the application cover the weaknesses

Pros:

It gives you an integrated experience so that you do not need to use other programs

Cons:

Some tools need to be improved, for example converting files from pdf to docs

Tabona
Animator in Botswana
Media Production, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Foxit PDF Reader - Best FREE PDF Reader

5.0 last year

Comments: Ever since leaving Adobe Reader, Foxit has been my one and only PDF reader. Its easy to use and free, which are the two main things i look for in a pdf reader

Pros:

* Ease of use * I use it across my different devices: Windows, Mac, and Android * Free to use * Seamless integration with microsoft office software

Cons:

During installation, Foxit asks to install additional software

Ndenibi Joel
Accountant in Cameroon
Nonprofit Organisation Management, 501–1,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

A great PDF tool

5.0 2 years ago

Comments: I used Foxit Reader daily to open documents sent to me in pdf format. It helps me to open documents without being afraid that the document may become altered

Pros:

Foxit PDF Reader makes it easy for me to open and read PDF documents with ease. Also, the converter tool helps me to be able to convert documents to PDF and PDF to Word documents. Foxit pdf reader is a document I can recommend to anyone on any day and time

Cons:

Foxit Reader is a good tool but it requires the internet for you to be able to convert from pdf to Word. It would have been better if the application could permit users to convert documents offline

Christian
IT manager in Sweden
Media Production, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

PDF reader made easy

4.0 last year

Pros:

Easy to deploy and use. Will not install a lot of other unwanted components.

Cons:

Sometimes there are specific pdf functions that will not work and you might need Adobe pdf reader.

Graham
Application Analyst in Canada
Government Administration, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Foxit PDF Reader Review

5.0 last year

Pros:

Cheap cost, ease of use for non tech users, and at this price it has all the features of the other brands, at a fraction of the cost.

Cons:

There really wasn't anything we didn't like, it had all the features of the bigger, more costly options!

Carlos
IMS in Portugal
Education Management, 501–1,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

PDF file reader

3.0 last year

Pros:

A very complete solution to read and edit the pdf files

Cons:

Some limitations regarding the type of license

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Newspapers, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Foxit PDF Reader is free software

5.0 2 years ago

Comments: Foxit PDF Reader is simple software but is use full for my job

Pros:

The most thing that i like from Foxit PDF Reader is when i user to convert from another software, there is no missing font

Cons:

There is nothing i least like from Foxit PDF Reader

Mariya
Engineer in UK
Civil Engineering, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

It gets the job done

3.0 2 years ago

Comments: Overall, it was okay but I have no switched to another PDF Reader.

Pros:

Overall, It is a satisfactory program, it allows you to edit PDFs and insert text boxes and shapes. The menu is straightforward and simple to use making it very beginner friendly, the layout is very logical.

Cons:

I find Foxit to be quite slow on my laptop it takes a considerable amount of time to load compared to its competitors. Also not everything on there is free which can make it quite expensive to use.

Matt
AM in US
Automotive, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

Foxit PDF Reader

5.0 8 months ago

Pros:

It is a nice alternative to Adobe. It has a lot of nice features, and it is easy to use.

Cons:

Sometimes it can have weird printing or scaling issues.

Antonello
Antonello
cultivator in US
Verified LinkedIn User
Farming, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

not bad at all

4.0 2 years ago

Pros:

its easy to navigate and easy to access.

Cons:

i love this app and i would recommended it for anyone

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