I really appreciate how simply PDFCreator lets me turn virtually any printable document into a PDF. Whether it’s Word, Excel, images or something printed from a web browser, I hit “Print”, select the PDFCreator printer and off I go. Reviews highlight its ease-of-use and ability to automate file saving and naming.

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On top of that, I like its built-in security options: encryption, password protection, digital signatures. Those features give me confidence when sharing docs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

While it does the job well, there are a couple of minor things. Some users say it becomes slow or even crashes on larger tasks.

In its free version, there have been past issues around bundled toolbars and optional ad software during installation, which can be a concern if you don’t pay attention during installation. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Combine multiple files into single organised PDF file. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Unwanted adwares which leads to not recognize boxes unchecked. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I appreciate that PDFCreator is free yet reliably accomplishes what I need without bombarding me with frustrating ads. This is particularly valuable because it allows me to avoid paying for expensive subscriptions like those required with Adobe, yet still provides all the essential functions that I require. It consistently creates high-quality PDFs, which means I don't waste time troubleshooting file conversions. The software also solves formatting issues, ensuring that when I send a PDF, I am assured that the layout won't be altered when viewed on someone else's computer. Additionally, its compatibility with Microsoft Word and Excel is a significant benefit for me, offering the quickest method to convert final documents or spreadsheets into PDFs without having to use the save-as option within those programs. Finally, the initial setup of PDFCreator was very easy and quick, adding to the overall positive experience. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I wish the settings menu was a little simpler. Sometimes finding the exact configuration I need takes a few clicks. Also, the installer used to feel a bit cluttered, but that's a minor thing. Additionally, I would recommend more if ads were removed. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

PDFCreator is extremely easy to use and works reliably every time I need to convert or combine documents. I like that it supports multiple file types and lets me create PDFs quickly without any complicated setup. The interface is straightforward, and features like merging files, adjusting settings, and securing PDFs make everyday tasks much simpler. For basic to moderate PDF work, it gets the job done smoothly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The only downside is that some of the more advanced features are locked behind the paid version, which can be limiting if you need deeper customization. At times, the software also feels a bit slower when processing larger files. The UI could be more modern and intuitive, especially for new users. Apart from that, nothing major—just small improvements that could make the overall experience better. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It is very easy to use and lets you create PDFs from virtually any type of document, not only text files but also images. With the default settings, it produces PDFs that are good quality while still fairly lightweight (for example, in Word, the native “Save as PDF” option creates a heavier file). You can also adjust the existing profiles or create your own custom ones.

When creating PDFs, you can add extra information such as the author’s name or keywords, merge multiple documents into a single file, rotate individual pages, and send the PDF directly by email. It’s also available in a wide range of languages. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The free version lets you do quite a few things, but some features (for example, deleting pages when merging multiple documents) require the paid premium version. When merging files, the design of the hint that appears at the bottom—telling you that you can drag files to change their order—could be improved, as it’s easy to miss. Also, when creating a PDF, a kind of summary window pops up, and until you close it you can’t create any other documents. I find it a bit annoying to have to check whether you’ve left an open window somewhere when the PDF creator suddenly isn’t working. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Easy to Use, on my desktop. I can get to it quickly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

No issues, works with all my Adobe PDF's Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like that you can export to image formats also. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Add the ability to compress files to reduce the size. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

BEING ABLE TO COMMENT ON PDFS WITH DIFFERNET COLORS Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I STRUGGLE TO GET IT TO WORK AS MY DEFAULT PDF PROGRAM ACROSS ALL PROGRAMS Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

PDFCreator is and advance tools for daily PDF related tasks, it is one of the best Virtual PDF Printer available; any application/website that can print can send send document to PDFCreator.

It also has powerful convert feature from PDF to many other format like PDF/A, PDF/X, PNG, JPEG, TIFF, and even plain text (TXT). Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Premium feature provides automation features but it only subscription based. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

FREE! I use it to combine multiple PDFs (musical parts) into a single file. Essential for producing sheet music sets for my website. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

the fact that it wants to integrate with PDF Architect - which I don't use. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.