Okular Alternatives for Windows

There are many alternatives to Okular for Windows if you are looking for a replacement. The best Windows alternative is SumatraPDF, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Okular and loads of them are available for Windows so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Windows alternatives to Okular are Foxit PDF Reader, PdfCraft, LibreOffice - Draw and Koodo Reader.

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  1. SumatraPDF icon
     1721 likes

    This free, open-source viewer for Windows supports multiple formats like PDF, eBooks (ePub, Mobi), CHM, and Comic Books (CBZ, CBR). Prioritizing simplicity and speed, it offers a lightweight, portable design with a minimalist interface, catering to users seeking fast and efficient document viewing.

    150 SumatraPDF alternatives

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    • Since 2009

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    • Windows
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  2. Foxit PDF Reader icon
     1390 likes

    Foxit Reader offers a lightweight PDF viewing experience across multiple platforms with features such as annotation, form filling, signing, cloud storage integration, collaborative review options, heightened security via Trust Manager, and organizational tools like Group Policy and XML Configuration.

    170 Foxit PDF Reader alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    • Since 2008

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    • Bundleware

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • ReactOS
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  3. PdfCraft icon
     44 likes

    Read, organize, combine, split and secure PDFs in a fast, native app written in Rust from the ground up. No account, no telemetry, no cloud.

    83 PdfCraft alternatives

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    • New

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    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • F-Droid
    • Obtainium
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  4. Draw lets you produce anything from a quick sketch to a complex plan, and gives you the means to communicate with graphics and diagrams. With a maximum page size of 300cm by 300cm, Draw is a an excellent package for producing technical drawings, general posters, and much else.

    111 LibreOffice - Draw alternatives

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    • Since 2011

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    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
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  5. Koodo Reader icon
     80 likes

    Koodo Reader is a powerful ebook reader designed to provide a simple and easy-to-use reading experience.

    42 Koodo Reader alternatives

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    • Since 2021

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    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Flathub
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  6. MuPDF icon
     165 likes

    MuPDF offers a highly versatile PDF, XPS, and eBook interpreter, customizable as a renderer, viewer, or toolkit. Features include digital signatures, redactions, form filling, annotations, and page manipulation, ideal for mobile, eBooks, and embedded apps supporting Java, C++, and Python.

    124 MuPDF alternatives

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    • Since 2012

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    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Xfce
    • Android
    • F-Droid
    • OpenAPK
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  7. Seamlessly view, annotate, and collaborate on PDFs with freehand drawing and sticky notes. Utilize cloud storage for effortless access and upgrade for advanced editing and conversion to formats like Word and Excel.

    175 Adobe Acrobat Reader alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Since 2008

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    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • Chocolatey
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  8. Adobe Acrobat DC icon
     208 likes

    Manage documents effortlessly, edit PDFs, create them from other formats, and e-sign anywhere. Secure sharing and comparison tools ensure smooth workflows and data protection. New AI Assistant offers quick document insights. Perfect for desktop and web platforms.

    416 Adobe Acrobat DC alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Online
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  9. LEKTRA icon
     20 likes

    High-performance viewer for documents and images offering split tabs, customizable single or book layouts, portals for side-by-side sections, instant search, line highlight, annotation tools, link hints, searchable highlights, session management, and TOML config.

    70 LEKTRA alternatives

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    • Since 2026

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    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
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  10. Episteme Reader icon
     12 likes

    Episteme Reader is an offline-first application designed for reading various document formats. It leverages native Android technologies and C++ libraries to provide a performant reading experience with customization capabilities.

    63 Episteme Reader alternatives

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    • Since 2026

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Debian
    • Arch Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Fedora
    • F-Droid
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  11. Sioyek icon
     25 likes

    Sioyek is a PDF viewer with minimal interface optimized for reading research papers and technical books.

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    • Since 2021

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    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • US flagUnited States
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