Compare FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac and Lumin for G Suite 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (72.6% of reviews)
Small-Business (60.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $16.00 Per Month
Free Per Month
FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac
Star Rating
(294)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (72.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $16.00 Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plansLumin for G Suite
Star Rating
(822)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (60.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac excels in OCR accuracy, with users praising its ability to convert scanned documents into editable text with remarkable precision. One user noted, "the OCR tools are the most accurate in detecting font type and text," which is a significant advantage for those working with various document formats.
- Users say that Lumin for G Suite offers an unmatched ease of use, particularly for those who frequently edit and sign documents. Reviewers appreciate the seamless integration with Google Drive, allowing them to "edit and sign quotes right in Google Drive" without the hassle of downloading or printing files.
- According to verified reviews, FineReader PDF stands out for its document comparison features, which help users save time during version control. One user highlighted the ability to "compare two documents side by side," making it a valuable tool for professionals managing multiple revisions.
- Reviewers mention that while Lumin for G Suite is great for quick edits, FineReader PDF's robust editing capabilities make it a better choice for users needing advanced features. Users have noted that FineReader's tools allow for detailed adjustments, which can be crucial for complex documents.
- G2 reviewers highlight that FineReader PDF has a higher overall satisfaction score compared to Lumin for G Suite, indicating a stronger performance in user experience. With a G2 Score of 61.78, users feel more confident in its reliability and effectiveness for document creation and editing tasks.
- Users report that Lumin for G Suite is particularly beneficial for small businesses, as it offers a free entry-level price that makes it accessible. However, FineReader PDF's paid model is justified by its advanced features and higher satisfaction ratings, making it a worthwhile investment for users who require more comprehensive document management tools.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac
FineReader for Windows Standard
Starting at $16.00
Per Month
Monthly Plan
- Edit, protect and collaborate on PDFs
- Create and convert PDFs
- Digitize paper documents and scans with OCR
Lumin for G Suite
Free
Free
Per Month
Perfect for the occasional user.
A faster, smarter PDF experience.
- Annotate 3 documents
- eSign contracts
- Basic editing tools
Free Trial
FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac
Free Trial is available
Lumin for G Suite
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
218
9.0
413
Ease of Use
8.9
222
9.0
414
Ease of Setup
9.2
71
9.0
86
Ease of Admin
9.1
52
9.4
42
Quality of Support
8.4
147
9.0
286
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
84
9.1
39
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
204
8.0
335
Features by Category
Signature Process
Not enough data
9.2
27
Not enough data
8.9
25
Not enough data
8.7
26
Not enough data
8.8
27
Not enough data
9.0
26
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.1
25
Agentic AI - E-Signature
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security and Scalability
Not enough data
9.0
24
Not enough data
8.7
25
Not enough data
9.3
25
Platform
Not enough data
9.0
10
Not enough data
8.3
10
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
10
Not enough data
8.7
10
Format
9.1
54
Not enough data
9.2
54
Not enough data
8.9
46
Not enough data
Edit
9.0
55
Not enough data
8.8
49
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
42
Not enough data
9.1
43
Not enough data
Operating System
9.3
54
Not enough data
8.3
34
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Organization
9.0
68
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.9
28
9.3
85
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Editing
9.1
84
8.5
29
9.0
81
8.9
31
9.2
78
Feature Not Available
9.1
71
9.0
29
9.0
69
9.0
30
Operating System
9.5
67
9.2
26
8.5
44
8.7
25
Feature Not Available
9.0
21
Edit
9.1
85
Not enough data
8.9
83
Not enough data
9.0
81
Not enough data
8.8
80
Not enough data
Logistics
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
70
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Conversion
Not enough data
9.1
25
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Logistics
Not enough data
9.0
25
Not enough data
9.0
27
Not enough data
9.2
26
Agentic AI - File Converter
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data Sources
Not enough data
9.5
21
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.7
21
Generation
Not enough data
9.3
20
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Delivery
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
Not enough data
9.5
7
Not enough data
9.5
7
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
9.3
7
Agentic AI - Document Generation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Design
8.7
41
9.1
29
Feature Not Available
9.2
29
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Collaboration
Feature Not Available
9.3
29
Feature Not Available
9.1
30
File Types
9.1
52
9.3
28
9.2
50
9.0
27
8.2
37
Feature Not Available
Edit & Revise
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
9.1
54
Feature Not Available
Integrate & Embed
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
9.4
29
Operating System
9.6
52
8.9
29
8.1
33
8.8
25
Feature Not Available
8.9
22
Generative AI
8.6
25
9.1
11
8.3
24
9.2
11
7.8
24
9.2
11
7.8
22
9.2
11
8.1
25
9.2
11
Agentic AI - Document Creation
9.4
6
Not enough data
Operating System
9.5
89
Not enough data
8.0
48
Not enough data
7.1
36
Not enough data
Document Processing
9.1
94
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.0
51
Not enough data
8.7
77
Not enough data
8.7
80
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.1
83
Not enough data
9.0
72
Not enough data
Agentic AI - OCR
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Google Workspace Office Tools
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac and Lumin for G Suite are categorized as PDF Editor and Document Creation
Unique Categories
Lumin for G Suite is categorized as Google Workspace Office Tools, Document Generation, E-Signature, and File Converter
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Lumin for G Suite
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Translation and Localization
10.6%
Information Technology and Services
8.6%
Higher Education
6.8%
Legal Services
4.5%
Education Management
3.8%
Other
65.8%
Primary/Secondary Education
16.3%
Higher Education
11.1%
Education Management
6.8%
Accounting
5.4%
E-Learning
4.3%
Other
56.1%
Alternatives
Discussions
What does abbyy FineReader do?
4 Comments
SP
It digitizes nearly any printed text you can scan with high accuracy in many languages, including multiple languages and can be taught to correctly identify...Read more
I can't resolve the internal error that sometimes appears during use.
2 Comments
Official Response from FineReader PDF for Windows and Mac
We are sorry to hear you faced an issue while using FineReader PDF.
To help investigate the problem, please feel free to contact the ABBYY support team...Read more
How can I drag a page between pdf documents?
2 Comments
PK
I regret to say, but the drag and drop option is not supported at the moment in ABBYY FineReader 15.
To be able to add the pages from another file, the...Read more
Lumin PDF is a good app.
1 Comment
GS
I like Lumin PDF because there is a lot of books and i enjoy reading them.Read more
Please can allow an unlimited number of saved signatures on the trial version?
1 Comment
AR
Comment deleted by user.Read more
How is the best way to be the best PDF Editor?
1 Comment
MJ
Well, the truth is that throughout this year I was able to be very comfortable with this app, and I really like it a lot. Since I had this, I don't struggle...Read more
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