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Why Choose Nitro as the Best Adobe Acrobat Alternative?

Nitro is a comprehensive, cost-effective PDF solution that provides a powerful alternative to Adobe Acrobat, offering an intuitive user experience and robust features tailored for small businesses.

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What are the benefits of switching to Nitro PDF from Adobe Acrobat?

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$2.2 million total financial benefits over 3 years

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100+% ROI with payback in under 6 months

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24/7/365 support via phone, chat, email & AI

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Voted #1 PDF Editor for Businesses by TechRadar

Why do businesses trust Nitro PDF over Adobe?

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Comprehensive PDF editing at an affordable price

Discover affordable PDF power: Nitro offers extensive features similar to Adobe Acrobat, but with nearly 30% annual subscription savings (based on an analysis of similar features).

Get straightforward, flexible licensing plans that adapt to your business needs and maximize ROI by switching to Nitro's cost-effective solutions, perfect for any size business.

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Smart, secure AI with advanced features

Looking for AI-powered PDF tools without compromising data privacy? Nitro delivers innovative, secure PDF editing with intelligent automation.
 
From our Document Assistant for data extraction and translation to Smart Redact, which automatically identifies and removes sensitive information, Nitro gives you smarter, safer ways to work with documents - capabilities Adobe simply doesn’t offer.
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Intuitive interface for fast adoption

Just want a PDF solution that's easy to use? You're in luck. Nitro outshines Adobe with superior ease of setup and use, as confirmed by G2 Reviews. Its familiar interface mirrors Microsoft Office and Apple's toolbar, minimizing onboarding time, allowing you to quickly create, convert, edit, sign, and share PDFs with confidence - and a minimal learning curve.

According to Forrester, Nitro users save an average of 35 minutes per document with tools like the customizable ribbon tab, organizing frequently used features for maximum efficiency. Access comprehensive training resources to facilitate a seamless switch and enhance productivity.

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Efficient license management and analytics

Nitro’s Admin Portal offers a centralized hub to effortlessly manage licenses, users, and services.

Unlock actionable insights with Nitro Analytics. Track profitability, environmental savings, and key financial metrics, enhancing decision-making and performance monitoring. Unlike Adobe, Nitro provides unique analytics tools that offer a clear advantage in evaluating your organization’s success."

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Best in class security and compliance

Need a trusted document solution with top-tier security? Nitro prioritizes security with internationally recognized certifications like SOC 2, HIPAA, and ISO 27001.
 
Our platform complies with strict data protection laws across Australia, Canada, and Europe, ensuring your sensitive information remains secure. Unlike Adobe, Nitro offers unmatched transparency and compliance, making it the superior choice for businesses that value data protection.
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Rely on 24/7 support

Tired of unreliable support for your PDF software? Nitro delivers award-winning customer service, recognized as the Best PDF Editor for Business by TechRadar in 2024, and boasts a 95% customer satisfaction score.

Our dedicated support teams assist you from installation through ongoing training, with 24/7 global technical assistance and swift case resolution. 

Nitro offers a personalized support experience tailored to your business needs without a high minimum spend, ensuring exceptional customer care.

 

 

 

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How Nitro simplifies the switch from Adobe

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Seamless change management support

Our world-class Customer Success team ensures a seamless transition for customers migrating to Nitro by customizing the product, integrating with existing systems, and providing tailored onboarding support.
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Flexible licensing & affordable pricing

Nitro makes managing and deploying multiple licenses seamless and affordable. Our system gives administrators the power to provision and de-provision users, enable new features, and manage user access.
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Actionable ROI with Nitro analytics

We empower businesses with insights that measure productivity, track sustainability goals, and optimize software usage. These capabilities are not available with Adobe, and offer an advantage for data-driven decision making.

Save money by switching to Nitro

Discover a better way to save on your PDF editor. Nitro is the top alternative to Adobe Acrobat, offering powerful, user-friendly tools at a significantly better value. Talk to our sales team today and learn how much your organization can save with the switch to Nitro.

What customers say about Nitro PDF

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"Dealing with Nitro is a pleasure—they are not a faceless corporate entity, but engage with us proactively."
Aiden Curran
IT Service Delivery Manager, Howden
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"We were searching for an alternative product to Adobe Acrobat, and we found that Nitro was the best product... and offered the same functionality as what we had in the past."
Franz Glashüttner
Contract & License Manager, T-Mobile Austria
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"Nitro’s user interface is what really sets it apart. You don’t have to spend any time figuring things out. It means our users can get quick and easy access to all the tools they need (including the whiteout feature)—and at a significantly lower price than our previous provider was offering."
Dan Dotson
Cloud Development Team Manager, Leavitt Group
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"It was straightforward to deploy globally, and the adoption was a success thanks to Nitro’s proactive Customer Success team."
Ian Steere
Digital Business Partner, Mace Group
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"Our partnership with Nitro has provided significant ROI for MVP. We have been able to reap the benefit of decreased software costs, reduced administrative overhead and lower printing costs. Most importantly, we have been able to get back the valuable asset of time."
Diane Bender
Senior Director, MVP Healthcare
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How do Nitro's features and price compare to Adobe?

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Top Features

Edit text and images, reorder and delete pages in a PDF
Convert files to and from PDF
Combine multiple files and file types into one PDF
Access, edit, and store files in Box, Dropbox, Google Drive, and Microsoft OneDrive
Create annotations using sticky notes, text boxes, call-outs, pencils, and shapes
Turn scanned documents into searchable and editable PDFs
Automatically extract table or form data from PDFs Via Adobe PDF Extract API only Via Adobe PDF Extract API only
Redact to remove sensitive information
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Manage licenses, users, and services via online Admin console
24/7/365 support Additional costs may apply for premium support services. Additional costs may apply for premium support services.

AI tools & capabilities

Automatically extract table or form data from PDFs Via Adobe PDF Extract API only Via Adobe PDF Extract API only
Generate instant document summaries and ask specific questions Additional costs may apply for AI features Additional costs may apply for AI features
Access support through the AI-powered Knowledge Assistant
Get instant answers and resources about features with AI Assistant, a 24/7 generative AI chat tool

Security

Additional compliant security (HIPAA, SOC 2, GDPR)
Create PDFs for compliance with ISO standards for PDF/X, PDF/A-1, PDF/A-2, WCAG 2.1, and PDF/UA
Single Sign-On

User-friendly interface

Familiar Office-style interface for easy adoption
Familiar macOS-style interface for easy adoption
Access your documents from your desktop, browser, or mobile device
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Support and platform benefits

24/7 customer support Additional costs may apply for premium support services Additional costs may apply for premium support services
Analytics dashboard to track ROI, sustainability savings, and usage
Access support through the AI-powered Knowledge Assistant

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nitro vs. Adobe

How much does Nitro PDF cost compared to Adobe Acrobat?

Nitro PDF is generally more cost-effective than Adobe Acrobat. It offers a powerful, feature-rich solution with a significantly lower total cost of ownership (TCO) and flexible licensing options. Businesses can often achieve nearly 30% in annual savings by switching from Adobe's higher-priced subscription plans.

Explore Nitro's plans & pricing to learn more.

Does Nitro offer different PDF pricing plans for small teams vs. larger companies?

Yes, Nitro offers flexible and scalable pricing plans designed to fit businesses of all sizes. You can choose a plan that's right for your small team, with the option to easily add or remove users as your needs change.

Our licensing is built to grow with your business, providing a cost-effective solution for both small teams and large enterprises.

 

Does Nitro include eSigning and collaboration features?

Yes, Nitro is a comprehensive software solution that also includes robust eSigning and collaboration features.

You can securely create, send, and track legally binding electronic signatures and work on documents with colleagues simultaneously, all within the unified Nitro platform.

What security features does Nitro offer for my documents?

Nitro offers robust security features to safeguard your documents and sensitive information. We adhere to top-tier security standards, including SOC 2, HIPAA, and ISO 27001, and provide advanced encryption, authentication protocols, and document-level permissions to ensure your data is secure at every stage.

Can Nitro PDF help me remove sensitive information quickly and securely?

Yes. Nitro Smart Redact automatically detects and permanently removes sensitive data, including personally identifiable information (PII) like names, addresses, financial details, and health identifiers. You retain full control to review and adjust redactions, ensuring documents are secure, compliant, and ready to share—faster than traditional manual redaction tools.

What kind of support does Nitro offer?

Nitro offers award-winning, 24/7 global support, recognized by G2 for "Best Enterprise Support" and "Best Mid-Market Support" in 2024. This includes:

  • 24/7/365 assistance from a dedicated global support team.

  • A white-glove support approach for eligible customers, offering proactive care and a dedicated account manager.

  • A comprehensive resource library, including a knowledge base, community forums, and an AI-powered Knowledge Assistant.

  • Personalized onboarding and transition support to ensure a seamless experience.

Is Nitro compatible with my existing software?

Yes. Nitro offers deep integration with popular business applications like Microsoft Office 365 and Google Workspace, as well as leading cloud storage services such as Dropbox, Google Drive, and SharePoint. This ensures a seamless workflow and easy document access within your existing ecosystem.

How does the deployment process work for a small business?

The deployment process for a small business is straightforward. The Nitro Admin Portal
allows IT administrators to provision and manage user licenses centrally, making it easy to roll out the software to a small team.

Our customer success team also provides tailored support for a seamless setup and transition.

Can I edit scanned documents with Nitro PDF?

Yes. Nitro includes powerful Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology that can convert scanned documents and images into searchable and editable PDF files. This allows you to easily edit text and content within documents that would otherwise be static images.

Does Nitro offer a mobile app for editing on the go?

Yes, Nitro provides multiple ways to edit and manage documents on the go. We offer a native app for iPhone and iPad, while Nitro Workspace is a cloud-based solution that allows you to access and edit documents from any web browser on any device, ensuring you can stay productive wherever you are.

Stop overpaying for your PDF software

Make the switch to Nitro today and see how much you can save with the PDF editor that does it all.