Rivmu vs PDF24
Both are free and funded by ads. PDF24 has many more tools and a Windows app. Rivmu works in the browser without uploading.
Where PDF24 is stronger
It has a much longer tool list, and PDF24 Creator runs offline on Windows, which keeps your files on your PC. If you use Windows and need OCR, it's a strong choice.
Where Rivmu is stronger
PDF24's web tools process files on its servers and delete them after a short time. Rivmu's web tools don't upload at all, on any device, with nothing to install.
| Rivmu | PDF24 Tools | |
|---|---|---|
| Web tools: where files go | Stay on your device | Processed on PDF24 servers |
| Cost | Free, ad-funded | Free, ad-funded |
| Offline app | No | PDF24 Creator for Windows |
| OCR | No | Yes |
Facts about other services come from their own websites, checked on 31 October and 1 November 2026. Plans change, so confirm on their site before you decide.