Honest comparison
FileHook vs Soda PDF
Most of Soda PDF's power sits behind a subscription, and its online tools run on Soda's servers. FileHook flips both: the common edits cost nothing and run on your machine. Pro at $3.99/mo adds extras like full-year bank statement splits.
| Feature | FileHook | Soda PDF |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free to edit; $3.99/mo Pro | Subscription for full features |
| Browser-side editing (privacy) | Client-side | Online tools server-processed |
| No install needed | Any browser | Desktop app for full power |
| Account required | No | Yes (for most features) |
| OCR | In-browser OCR | Yes |
| Tool breadth | Core set | Extensive |
| Watermark | None, on any plan | None on the web tools |
| Signatures / e-sign | Signatures | Yes |
When FileHook wins
When all you need is the common edits, FileHook covers them without a subscription.
When Soda PDF wins
If you want a broad, desktop-grade suite and will pay for it, Soda PDF is comprehensive.