Xodo vs Firefox PDF Viewer (PDF.js) : Which is Better?

Xodo

Xodo is a PDF reader and annotator. Developed by Xodo Technologies Inc.

License: Free

Categories: Office & Productivity

Apps available for Android iPhone Windows RT Android Tablet Windows Phone

Firefox PDF Viewer (PDF.js)

PDF.js. A general-purpose, web standards-based platform for parsing and rendering PDFs. Developed by Mozilla Labs

License: Open Source

Categories: Office & Productivity Web Browsers

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux Google Chrome Opera

Xodo VS Firefox PDF Viewer (PDF.js)

Firefox PDF Viewer (PDF.js) is a lightweight, open-source tool primarily for viewing PDFs directly in the browser, while Xodo is a versatile PDF editor and viewer with extensive annotation and form-filling capabilities. Xodo's cross-platform support makes it suitable for a wider range of devices and use cases compared to the more basic Firefox viewer.

Xodo

Pros:

Cross-platform compatibility (web, Android, iOS)
Rich annotation tools (highlighting, commenting, drawing)
Supports form filling and signing features
Cloud storage integration (Google Drive, Dropbox)
User-friendly interface with customizable options

Cons:

Requires internet connection for full functionality
Can be resource-intensive on lower-end devices
Some features may require a premium subscription

Firefox PDF Viewer (PDF.js)

Pros:

Open-source and free to use
Integrates seamlessly with Firefox browser
Supports basic PDF viewing and navigation features
Allows viewing of PDF files directly in the browser without additional downloads
Lightweight and fast performance