1. Webpage to PDF Converter
Install webpage to PDF converter & capture entire webpage as pdf. Or edit PDF and download with one click.
Why it replaces PDF Viewer: Webpage to PDF Converter is a solid alternative in the same category as PDF Viewer.
Best PDF Viewer Alternatives in 2026
PDF Viewer is a strong option, but it is not the right fit for everyone. Below are 10 alternatives compared on rating, install base, pricing and the use case each one actually wins on.
About PDF Viewer
PDF.js is a Portable Document Format (PDF) viewer that is built with HTML5. PDF.js is community-driven and supported by Mozilla.
Comparison at a glance
| Extension | Rating | Users | Pricing | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PDF Viewer (original) | 3.3 | 1M+ | Free | |
| Webpage to PDF Converter | 3.4 | 70K+ | Free | |
| Full Page Screenshot - Screen Capture & Editor | 4.8 | 40K+ | Free | |
| Video Screenshot | 4.2 | 100K+ | Freemium | |
| Google Dictionary (by Google) | 4.4 | 3M+ | Free | |
| Adobe Acrobat: PDF edit, convert, sign tools | 4.4 | 311M+ | Freemium | |
| Adblock Plus - free ad blocker | 4.4 | 37M+ | Freemium | Users who want an easy-to-use ad blocker with optional acceptable ads support. |
| Free VPN for Chrome - VPN Proxy VeePN | 4.5 | 14M+ | Free | |
| Tampermonkey | 4.7 | 11M+ | Free | Power users who want to customize websites and automate tasks with userscripts. |
| Adblock for Youtube™ | 4.4 | 10M+ | Free | |
| Browsec VPN - Free VPN for Chrome | 4.5 | 8M+ | Free |
PDF Viewer alternatives in detail
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2. Full Page Screenshot - Screen Capture & Editor
Full page screen capture in one click. Scrolling screenshot, snip, annotate, blur. Export PNG, JPG, WebP, PDF. 100% private.
Why it replaces PDF Viewer: Full Page Screenshot - Screen Capture & Editor is a solid alternative in the same category as PDF Viewer.
3. Video Screenshot
Capture screenshots from any video with one click.
Why it replaces PDF Viewer: Video Screenshot is a solid alternative in the same category as PDF Viewer.
4. Google Dictionary (by Google)
View definitions easily as you browse the web.
Why it replaces PDF Viewer: Google Dictionary (by Google) is a solid alternative in the same category as PDF Viewer.
5. Adobe Acrobat: PDF edit, convert, sign tools
Do more in Google Chrome with Adobe Acrobat PDF tools. View, fill, comment, sign, and try convert and compress tools.
Why it replaces PDF Viewer: Another Productivity extension worth comparing against PDF Viewer.
6. Adblock Plus - free ad blocker
Remove ads on YouTube and everywhere else you browse.
Why it replaces PDF Viewer: Another Productivity extension worth comparing against PDF Viewer.
7. Free VPN for Chrome - VPN Proxy VeePN
VeePN is a VPN extension that unblocks websites and secures your connection with encrypted tunneling and unlimited bandwidth.
Why it replaces PDF Viewer: Another Productivity extension worth comparing against PDF Viewer.
8. Tampermonkey
Tampermonkey lets you install and run userscripts to customize websites, automate repetitive tasks and enhance functionality.
Why it replaces PDF Viewer: Another Productivity extension worth comparing against PDF Viewer.
9. Adblock for Youtube™
✓ Permissions: like common ad-blocking extensions we do need default permissions on every website to remove ads or popups for exam.
Why it replaces PDF Viewer: Another Productivity extension worth comparing against PDF Viewer.
10. Browsec VPN - Free VPN for Chrome
Browsec VPN is a Chrome VPN extension that protects your IP from Internet threats and lets you browse privately for free.
Why it replaces PDF Viewer: Another Productivity extension worth comparing against PDF Viewer.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to PDF Viewer?
Webpage to PDF Converter is the closest match. Webpage to PDF Converter is a solid alternative in the same category as PDF Viewer.
Is there a free alternative to PDF Viewer?
Yes — Webpage to PDF Converter, Full Page Screenshot - Screen Capture & Editor, Google Dictionary (by Google) are free.
Why switch away from PDF Viewer?
Common reasons are pricing, missing sync or team features, and specific limitations: Some features require a paid plan; Requests access to the sites you visit.