# Compare PDF: Arthize vs Soda PDF

_Updated July 2026 · Arthize · https://arthize.com/vs/soda-pdf/compare-pdf_

To compare two PDFs, Arthize offers a free, private compare pdf with no watermark — a focused alternative to Soda PDF. Comparing two PDFs highlights what changed between versions — added, removed and edited text — so you can review revisions at a glance.

## Arthize's compare pdf vs Soda PDF

Soda PDF is a PDF suite with online and desktop editions. Soda PDF sells online and desktop editions on a subscription model.

**Arthize's approach:** Comparing two PDFs highlights what changed between versions — added, removed and edited text — so you can review revisions at a glance.

- 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.
- No subscription needed for core tools.

## How to compare two PDFs with Arthize

Comparison highlights text differences between two versions of a document.

It is the fast way to review contract or draft revisions.

Both files are processed privately and deleted after the job.

## How to compare two PDFs with Arthize

1. **Open the compare tool** — Sign in and open the Compare tool.
2. **Add both PDFs** — Upload the original and the revised version.
3. **Compare** — Arthize highlights the differences between them.
4. **Review** — Scan the highlighted changes side by side.

## FAQ

### Is Arthize a good Soda PDF alternative to compare two PDFs?

Yes. Comparing two PDFs highlights what changed between versions — added, removed and edited text — so you can review revisions at a glance. Arthize does it free with no watermark and deletes the file after the job. Soda PDF offers a broad feature set for teams that want a full desktop suite.

### How do I compare two versions of a PDF?

Comparing two PDFs highlights what changed between versions — added, removed and edited text — so you can review revisions at a glance. On Arthize it's free with no watermark and processed privately.

### Can I see what text changed between two PDFs?

Comparing two PDFs highlights what changed between versions — added, removed and edited text — so you can review revisions at a glance. On Arthize it's free with no watermark and processed privately.