GoodReader® Pro and our famous classic GoodReader app are essentially the same app, but this one comes with Pro Pack® pre-activated, no subscription or in-app purchase needed.
First released in 2009, GoodReader is truly a veteran of the App Store.
In the modern app business, it's not easy to stay relevant that long. We're proud to say that after 12 years and counting, we've been delivering wonderful updates with extraordinary new features. And we're going to keep doing that!
GoodReader is a perfect combination of document-reading and file-managing capabilities. It's your one-stop shop for all your document needs when you're on the go with your iOS device.
Use the app once, and you'll be hooked. Soon you'll be wondering how you ever managed to work without it.
-= File Reading =- PDF, TXT, MS Office, iWork, HTML, pictures, music & audio-books, videos. This is what you can view in GoodReader, plus you can also annotate PDF files and edit TXT files.
-= PDF Reading and Annotating =- PDF files is where GoodReader truly shines. Reading experience is so superior, it's hard to describe. To rephrase one of our customers' review, "try it, and you'll see." While you're at it, give our PDF Reflow feature a try. You'll be surprised how much better PDF reading goes when you don't have to scroll left/right all the time, for every single line of text. Annotating PDFs is another star feature of our app. Adding notes and drawings, highlighting text, and then sharing your annotated files or annotation summaries will be your main productivity and collaboration asset.
-= File Management =- While reading files is a big part of GoodReader, it's not all it can do. It can also serve as a central hub for all your files, even those that can't be opened by GoodReader itself. It's like bringing your personal computer experience to your mobile device — easily managing huge collections of files and folders will make you forget you don't have your laptop around.
-= Connecting =- Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive, Box.com, WebDAV, SMB, AFP, FTP, SFTP — these are all accessible from inside GoodReader. Download, upload, and sync individual files or huge folder collections.
-= Security =- With GoodReader, your data security steps up to the level previously only dreamt of. With GoodReader Pro, you'll get AES-256, a military-grade encryption, for all your data. And it's completely independent from the built-in Apple's Data Protection, so even if a hacker steals and unlocks your device, your data will still be protected by another strong layer of security, our own.
-= Split-Screen =- This wonderful feature allows you to split an iPad screen in half, to read two files side-by-side. And even two different parts of the same file!
GoodReader Pro PDF Editor App Comments & Reviews
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GoodReader Pro PDF Editor Positive Reviews
I use it almost every dayI am able to download into the app by printing recipes, then use fingers to expand, it goes into a pdf and opens in GoodReader.
Thank you soooo much for the excellent app. I have both the Pro version and the older version. I use both and have many folders in each. I download and keep a copy of different manuals of my appliances and such. Then when I need one I can search in GoodReader and fine it easily..MissyouMaxiVersion: 5.14.1185
Fantastic for academic workI use GoodReader constantly - every day, near enough. Reading journal articles is a big part of my life, and this app lets me organise them logically, highlight and annotate, view my annotations easily, copy-paste text, and flip from one article to another really easily.
It's also possible to do a split-screen, with GoodReader on one side and a notebook app on the other, which is the most efficient and intuitive way I've ever found to take notes while reading.
Setting up sync (with Google Drive, in my case) can be a bit trial-and-error at times, but it was well worth it - I know I won't lose my annotations and my archive of articles I've read, whatever happens.
GoodReader is one of the few apps I genuinely would be distraught to lose!.MadameBerthildeVersion: 5.1.5
Pro is AccurateBeen using the reader version for years. Just purchased the Pro version and couldn't be happier. Had several questions that tech support answered promptly and satisfactorily.
Had to copy over 3200 rather large .pdf files from reader edition to Pro edition. Easy and fast!.FestusLunnVersion: 5.14.1185
Very convenientThe features on this app make referencing materials easy, especially being able to cast two documents at the same time. Moving documents around, and making folders is very easy. I only wish that you could edit text, and that searching within documents started with the page you are currently on, instead of continuing with the next word in order..Cisco10000Version: 5.8.1136
One of my most used appsI’ve been using GoodReader for over 10 years now almost daily. It’s one of my most used apps I own.
It’s utilities allow me the flexibility to locate bookmarks for reference, organize several manuals I utilize often and safely keep both personal and professional sensitive documents at my fingertips..The real PapajimVersion: 5.6.1119
A Real Workhorse!This was the first true productivity app I purchased for iOS. I still consider it the best after years of use. It is a rare combination of strengths, not just a one trick pony. I really recommend it to anyone with an iOS device that is not just used to play games..Jus' Groovin'Version: 5.8.1136
Best PDF reader app out thereGoodReader is hands down the best PDF reader app I’ve ever used on phone or tablet. Been using it for more than 5 years now. Thank you for developing and maintaining such a great app!.Mr. Brown-GreenVersion: 5.11.1154
IPad version will not allow web server optionThis used to work so I could set GoodReader as a web server. Now all it does is gives the message WiFi is Off. My wife is in. I tried removing and reinstalling the app. Same issue. It works ok on my iPhone. Just the iPad it doesn’t. Please fix..TodayiswednesdayVersion: 5.10.1151
Worth for moneyHave been using for many years. Excellent tool for all your files.CgkchigciVersion: 5.19.1203
Top FiveGoodReader is one of the most useful apps on my phone. I don’t know what I’d do without it!.Snow-ravenVersion: 5.13.1178
Icloud issuesI have issues downloading files from external folder from icloud..Pastil123Version: 5.14.1185
FunctionIt is recommended to add a text editing function.WeimenhVersion: 5.1.6
Loads fastLoads fast! Note taking and thumbnails can be better.Jaack x1Version: 5.8.1136
1 of bestSeriously one of the best if not the best of the best of its kind. Good support and solidly stable. So many abilities and capabilities. Very stable..SigFruedVersion: 5.8.1140
My go to app for my pdf referencesI use this for all my ipad pdf filevstorage. i would like this on macos.DissatalabamaVersion: 5.11.1163
Very usefulI use this to sign and/or annotate documents. No need to use printer unless signed and filled in documents are needed..KCseesVersion: 5.14.1185
The BestGoodReader is my go to app for storing organizing reading and marking up all of my pdf files..GadgettaVersion: 5.8.1136
Easy to useI like the is very useful..Hvac aptcVersion: 5.13.1178
GoodReader very good appGoodReader app is very good, I use it most for playing my music and file..FromhousetohouseVersion: 5.8.1136
Please support ChinesePlease support Chinese
please support Chinese
please support Chinese.AmycemVersion: 5.1.6
The best, butThe best pdf viewer. Amazing that it allows me to edit a pdf on google drive and sync that and continue where I left off on my pc using that same pdf synced there. Just wish I could actually EDIT the pdf. Not just annotate. Edit the actual text..GhteyhterthetyhtehteyhVersion: 5.19.1203
Must have AppI love this app and use it constantly. I didn’t hesitate to upgrade. It would have been nice for the data to have automatically transferred but I’m grateful that I can still use it on all of my devices regardless of OS version. My only issue is the relatively complicated way it allows syncing (thus 4 stars), but at least it does allow for syncing..PommegrenateVersion: 5.14.1185
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GoodReader Pro PDF Editor Negative Reviews
Was 4.5 stars till today!I have been using GoodReader Pro for about a year now for my crosstitch patterns. I have loved it. Suddenly today, it is VERY glitchy…to the point that it is unusable. It will not respond to or responds very very slowly to using the highlighter & eraser. I then downloaded the update and closed down/restarted my iPad. But it’s continuing to act up. Do you have any suggestions? I am frustrated especially because I am in the midst of a pattern.
And, it doesn’t keep my pattern up when I close & reopen the program. It used to open to the pattern and to exactly where I left off when I closed down. In fact, when I placed the program in the background while I wrote this review, it shut the file down. HELP!.E-mergingVersion: 5.10.1151
DisappointingI got this app with the intent of going paperless utilizing my iPad Pro when out in the field on assignments. I condensed/combined documents for each day’s work into a pdf, then imported it into Good Reader Pro. Some of the pdf’ s had to have annotations made as I went along. I discovered during the first day that after annotating a pdf, then entire document would freeze up and not allow me to go to the next page. Long story short - I had duplicate back-up pdf’s in the Apple Books app. It worked like a charm - annotations and all, so I abandoned Good Reader Pro for the rest of the assignment. I also ran into a couple of bugs and had a couple of questions right after I purchased this app. It took the developer nearly two weeks to respond without really helping to resolve another issue..Dry-n-DustyVersion: 5.7.1127
Horrible Implementation, no easy sync options...I don't understand why an app that is supposed to be a good reader is so horribly complicated! Where does one even begin with the lack of Features! This has to be the worst pdf reader that I have ever paid for... There is no easy way to sync this device even though iCloud! You literally have to set up who knows what to actually get it to sync... I wouldn't actually know since it doesn't come with any kind of instructions whatsoever... All I know is that this app was NOT work $13 and I would suggest looking elsewhere if you want ease of use, because this app is not that at all!.JamesF03Version: 5.1.3
Need True Dark ModeThis app contrary to its description may have a dark mode but not night mode. It only reduces screen brightness. This is not a true dark mode. Dark mode or night mode, would have high contrast, or inverted colors. Unfortunately this app does not offer this option. I can use night mode through my iOS. But it would be good if this feature was embedded in the app itself, as in Kindle and iBook..EBS1844Version: 5.8.1136
Rather not trying to use with apple pencilI though it is pretty basic function not to recognize finger tips as apple pencil when the pencil is under use. Maybe it is not for this app.
Sync system is overly complicated. The organization system would only be appreciated if someone does not have an actual computer to sync with ipad..NksknkskqqqqVersion: 5.1.6
Allows upgrade of old encryption tech but no password changeIf there’s a way to change old PDF encryption passwords, it isn’t obvious. I’ve looked throughout the entire app without finding it..SilenceimpairedVersion: 5.7.1127
Not worth buying pro versionI purchased this to utilize the reflow for pdf to text. Copy of this is not supported and isn’t worth the extra price.
App constantly crashes when attempting to add photos from GoodReader to iPad..RedaddictionVersion: 5.7.1127
不支持中文！UI界面设计复杂！不支持打开系统文件夹，不支持纯文本字号调整，Chinese is not supported! UI interface design is complicated! Does not support opening system folders, does not support plain text font size adjustment,.AvzipVersion: 5.1.6
PAY ATTENTION TO THR NEGATIVE REVIEWS‼️This is a pricy app, and it used to be a USEFUL app back in the early days of iPhone. No longer. Most of the functions can be accomplished on the stock Files app now and frankly most of the formerly useful functions are broken in the expensive digital paper weight. The worse thing about this app? The customer service! Snarky, unprofessional and brainless. I asked a simple question: how come iCloud no longer seamlessly integrates with the app? I can no longer see my iCloud files without a time wasting workaround. I sent an email to support. Got an email 2 days later saying they’d received my email and would get back to me. No one got back to me. I emailed a couple weeks later (after switching to the superior Readdle app!) and said “hey, thanks for the help!” Some ******* named “Yuri” emailed me back saying “I emailed you back in 2 days, that seems reasonable to me!” Yeah, the time frame is reasonable; but they only emailed me to let me know they’d “get back to me” and NEVER addressed my problem. Well, I’m done. Don’t flush your money like I did, this app is a shadow of it’s former self; not only that, there have been no innovations added to the app in a long time. The competition has sonned this app thoroughly! Check out Readdle Documents, PDF Expert or even just the stock Files app and see if they meet your needs. If you must, use the free version. Wish I could get my money back but I’m certain the company lacks the integrity. Anyway, it’s probably already been spent on a Soy Latte! Mealymouthed response from the dev incoming!!.Darth KahlessVersion: 5.18.1196
No longer syncsNo longer syncs with OneDrive or Dropbox. FIX IT PLEASE..Kalgon83Version: 5.19.1205
Horribly disappointedUpdate 2:
Still not working. I have resourced to ask others how to make it work. I have not found a person happy with this app. The very few that have this app do not utilize the app full capacity due to the difficulty to make it work and a very substandard tech support.
Please, please, do NOT purchase this app. It’s not worth your hard earned dollar!
Update:
Developer contacted me. I tried to make the app work. Ask him a couple of questions, 6-days ago without any response. I demand a refund or switch to the the regular app. This is app is not, I say again is not $11.00 worth.
I agree with JamesF03, this is a great idea with a horrendous execution. This is an app for a person that has too much time on his hand to make it work. I bought it this morning, and in the evening I am still trying to understand how to work with it.
Sorry, you miss the flight:(
Sorry, I want a refund. I have never seen something so complicated and not user-friendly in my life. Great idea with a horrible execution. The instructions or lack thereof are much to be desired. A lot of words or noise with no practical functionality. This kind of apps MUST have the easy capability to add files from other platforms. With lack of instructions, I have to transfer files one at a time.
The part you really lost me was when I was not able to synchronize the files that I had manually and painstakingly transfer from another device. There is no way I would do that on all my linked devices. Instead of making the synchronization fancy and unpractical, you should have used what others use: iCloud, Dropbox, etc. What is the point to be exclusive, if you are not useful.
In my professional opinion, you missed the mark to compete and replace iBook, OneNote, Evernote, etc.
All that is not worth $11.00. I want a refund.
Thanks!.Moncho_25Version: 5.4.1107
Does not support up-to-date network standardsProduct states it connects to SMB; however, if your server only supports newer, more secure, standards, or older less secure standards are turned off you won’t be able to connect. No SMB 2, 2.1 and 3 are not supported..GamvVersion: 5.8.1140
No customize colorIt's so shame that can't customize the text and background color!!.FragranthillVersion: 5.1.6
Needs ImprovementsThe developer made its customers paid twice which is unethical. Once you create the password to launch app, you can not change it or disable it. All encrypted PDF files would be permanently encrypted if exported and open in another app. Developer is urged to adopt good business practices..GTAMoverVersion: 5.3.1100
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