Comparison
Wipeout vs Adobe Acrobat
Adobe Acrobat is a comprehensive PDF editor with redaction capabilities, but it comes with complexity and high subscription costs. Wipeout focuses specifically on secure, simple PDF anonymisation.
Why choose Wipeout over Adobe Acrobat?
Adobe Acrobat is a powerful tool for PDF editing, but when it comes to redaction and anonymisation, its complexity can be a liability. Many users struggle to find the hidden data removal tools, and the subscription cost is prohibitive for occasional use.
Wipeout was built from the ground up for one purpose: secure PDF anonymisation. Our automated scanning finds hidden data that users might miss in Acrobat's menus, and our review workflow ensures nothing is redacted by mistake. Most importantly, you pay once per PDF or use our native apps for unlimited processing—no recurring subscriptions.
If you need full PDF editing capabilities, Acrobat is excellent. But if your goal is simply to remove sensitive information before sharing a PDF, Wipeout provides a faster, simpler, and more affordable solution.
Hidden data removal
Automatically scans and removes all hidden data: metadata, XMP, layers, forms, annotations, JavaScript, attachments, and more.
Manual process required. Users must know what to look for and where to find hidden data removal tools.
Redaction security
Irreversible redactions with layer flattening and optional qpdf sanitization. Text cannot be recovered.
Redaction tool available but requires Pro subscription. Less emphasis on verification of complete removal.
User workflow
Simple three-step process: upload, review detections, download. No learning curve.
Complex interface with dozens of tools. Steep learning curve for redaction features.
Pricing model
£4.99 one-time payment per PDF on web. Native apps available for unlimited processing (macOS £29.99, iOS £7.99).
£15.49/month subscription required for redaction tools. Annual commitment for best pricing.
Scan hidden data, review redactions, and download an irreversible output.