Where Smallpdf shines
Smallpdf has been around since 2013 and built a strong reputation as a polished, all-around PDF and image conversion service. The interface is clean, the conversion quality is reliable, and the company has invested in extras like eSign, OCR, and team plans.
For a team that needs shared cloud storage, version history, and signed-document workflow, Smallpdf’s paid plans are well-designed.
Where ToolConvoy differs
ToolConvoy does not offer accounts, eSign, or cloud history. The trade is full privacy: files are processed in your browser, and the moment you close the tab, there’s nothing to forget. For an individual user running one-off tasks on sensitive files — the case for which Smallpdf is a real privacy risk — ToolConvoy is the alternative.
When each is the right call
- Smallpdf: when you want eSign, OCR, or team cloud workflow. When you’re processing non-sensitive files and convenience matters more than absolute privacy.
- ToolConvoy: when you have sensitive files, want free unlimited usage, or are running in a no-account context.