Free PDF to Word Converter for Windows
- By Free-PDF-to-Word
- Free
- User Rating
Key Details of Free PDF to Word Converter
- Convert PDF to Word files easily by drag and drop
- Last updated on 09/13/12
- There have been 0 updates within the past 6 months
- The current version has 3 flags on VirusTotal
Editors’ Review
Free PDF to Word Converter's name clearly describes its function: it takes your PDF files and converts them into Word-compatible DOC or Rich Text files. While it performs this task fairly well, awkward controls and some technical issues limit its appeal.
When compared to similar tools, better options are readily available.
The user interface is basic but cluttered, with each feature explained, though often confusingly. Main controls are listed under General Options, which feels counterintuitive since Files and Folders only provides access to Add PDF Document and Output File Format.
Under Security, users can set Owner and User passwords and select a page range. For text layout, Character Position Options offer two modes: Spaces, which keeps the layout close to the original PDF; or Text Box, which replicates text and graphics for more print-friendly formats like brochures.
Graphics Options let users choose to remove graphics or pictures entirely.
Performance is where Free PDF to Word Converter falters significantly. The Add Files tool only looks for PDFs, and shortcuts to files aren’t supported, forcing manual navigation. It frequently crashed during testing, particularly when attempting to save converted files to a folder different from the source.
However, when it did function, it managed to load and convert a multipage PDF successfully. Users can choose between DOC or RTF formats.
A persistent pop-up nags users to purchase the full version, but clicking "Ignore" doesn’t prevent conversions. The output files opened cleanly in Word and were editable, but compared to other tools, the overall process was cumbersome.
When stacked against competitors like Smallpdf or WPS PDF to Word, this program feels outdated. Both alternatives offer more stability, a smoother interface, and better results. Additionally, these tools don’t suffer from the crashes and navigation issues that plague Free PDF to Word Converter.
Bottom Line
While Free PDF to Word Converter performs its core function, its frequent crashes, lack of modern usability features, and clunky interface make it hard to recommend. In comparison, better-designed alternatives are readily available and offer a superior user experience. Try this one if you're curious, but don’t hesitate to explore more reliable options. It gets the job done—but not without plenty of headaches.
What’s new in version 2.0
Version 2.0 includes unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.
