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When comparing Foxit Reader vs Adobe Reader, the Slant community recommends Foxit Reader for most people. In the question“What are the best PDF viewers for Windows?” Foxit Reader is ranked 3rd while Adobe Reader is ranked 13th.
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Pros
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Pro Integrated cloud service
Gives access to a cloud service that allows storage and sharing of PDF files.
Pro Allows comparing two separate PDF files for differences
Reader can compare two versions of a PDF file and highlight differences.
Pro Best in class compatibility with the PDF standard
Since Adobe is the creator of the PDF standard, it stands to reason that Adobe's Acrobat Reader has the best support for it.
Cons
Con Has ads
Ads are minor, but would no ads would be preferable.
Con No Distribution version of the installer
Adobe only provide exe files and do not provide an msi installer for bulk deployment
Con Lack of support
Adobe support openly admitted to not supporting the product and recommend the use of forums.