SafeRedact vs PDF-XChange
PDF-XChange is a budget-friendly PDF editor with redaction features. SafeRedact is purpose-built for redaction with AI-powered detection.
- ✓ Automatic PII detection
- ✓ Browser-based
- ✓ From $9/month
- ✓ Free tier
- ✓ Mac/Windows/Linux
- ✓ Full PDF editing
- ✓ Manual redaction
- ✓ Desktop (Windows)
- ✓ $56 one-time (Plus)
- • Windows only
Feature Comparison
| Feature | SafeRedact | PDF-XChange |
|---|---|---|
| AI PII Detection | ✓ | ✗ |
| Manual Redaction | ✓ | ✓ (Plus only) |
| Search & Redact | ✓ | ✓ |
| Permanent Removal | ✓ | ✓ |
| Full PDF Editing | ✗ | ✓ |
| Browser-Based | ✓ | ✗ |
| Mac Support | ✓ | ✗ Windows only |
| Free Tier | ✓ | ◐ Limited free version |
Key Considerations
PDF-XChange Requires "Plus" for Redaction
The standard PDF-XChange Editor ($46) does not include redaction. You need PDF-XChange Editor Plus ($56) for redaction features. Make sure you get the right version.
Windows Only
PDF-XChange is Windows-only software. Mac and Linux users cannot use it. SafeRedact works in any modern browser on any operating system.
Manual vs. Automatic Detection
PDF-XChange requires you to manually find and select content to redact. SafeRedact's AI automatically scans for SSNs, phone numbers, addresses, names, and other PII—reducing the risk of missing something.
Pricing Comparison
SafeRedact
- Demo: Free
- Starter: $9/month
- Pro: $29/month
Subscription. Cancel anytime.
PDF-XChange Editor Plus
- Perpetual: $56 one-time
- Maintenance: Optional annual fee
One-time purchase. Windows only.
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