# PDF to Text: Arthize vs pdfFiller

_Updated July 2026 · Arthize · https://arthize.com/vs/pdffiller/pdf-to-text_

To extract text from a PDF, Arthize offers a free, private pdf to text with no watermark — a focused alternative to pdfFiller. Converting PDF to text extracts the raw words into a plain .txt file, OCRing scans first, so you can reuse the content anywhere.

## Arthize's pdf to text vs pdfFiller

pdfFiller is an online form-filling and editing service. pdfFiller specialises in online form completion and e-signature on a subscription model.

**Arthize's approach:** Converting PDF to text extracts the raw words into a plain .txt file, OCRing scans first, so you can reuse the content anywhere.

- Transparent pricing: free forever, Pro from $6/mo or $48/yr, and a one-time $149 lifetime option.
- Files are processed inside your private Arthize workspace and deleted after the job — never sold or used to train models.
- 50+ tools live in one workspace, so you don't jump between single-purpose pages.
- Core tools without a mandatory subscription.

## How to extract text from a PDF with Arthize

Text extraction gives you the raw words without layout.

Scanned PDFs are OCR'd first so the text comes through.

It is the quickest way to reuse PDF content in another tool.

## How to extract text from a PDF with Arthize

1. **Open the convert tool** — Sign in, open Convert and choose Text.
2. **Add your PDF** — Upload the PDF; scans are OCR'd first.
3. **Convert** — Arthize pulls the text into a plain .txt file.
4. **Download** — Get the extracted text ready to paste anywhere.

## FAQ

### Is Arthize a good pdfFiller alternative to extract text from a PDF?

Yes. Converting PDF to text extracts the raw words into a plain .txt file, OCRing scans first, so you can reuse the content anywhere. Arthize does it free with no watermark and deletes the file after the job. pdfFiller is purpose-built and effective for heavy form-filling workflows.

### How do I extract text from a PDF?

Converting PDF to text extracts the raw words into a plain .txt file, OCRing scans first, so you can reuse the content anywhere. On Arthize it's free with no watermark and processed privately.

### Can I get text out of a scanned PDF?

Converting PDF to text extracts the raw words into a plain .txt file, OCRing scans first, so you can reuse the content anywhere. On Arthize it's free with no watermark and processed privately.