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Best HTML to PDF APIs 2026
Facts read 20 Sep 2026 – 15 Oct 2026
Developer endpoints let HTML to PDF APIs render HTML content as PDF files. They can support document workflows that need generated PDFs.
The standings: top 10
| Name | In a line | Record score | Price from | Try it free | Runs on | Facts read |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 SelectPdf | 6.0 | $19 a month, billed yearly | Free plan | Web, Windows, Mac, Linux | 7 Oct 2026 | |
| 02 PDFMonkey | It suits teams or developers who generate documents from reusable templates and dynamic data, including in bulk. | 5.5 | €5 a month, billed yearly | Free plan | Web, API | 15 Oct 2026 |
| 03 PDFmyURL | 5.5 | Free plan | Free plan | Web, API | 8 Oct 2026 | |
| 04 CraftMyPDF | CraftMyPDF may suit teams or individuals who need reusable documents generated from structured or connected data. | 5.2 | $29 a month, billed yearly | Free plan | Web, API | 15 Oct 2026 |
| 05 HTMLPDF.dev | It suits developers needing API-based HTML-to-PDF generation and nontechnical users who prefer a browser playground. | 5.2 | $19 a month | Free plan | Web, API | 9 Oct 2026 |
| 06 PDF API | PDF API suits developers and teams generating documents such as invoices, reports or contracts from applications. | 5.2 | €15 a month, billed yearly | Free plan | Web, API | 7 Oct 2026 |
| 07 RenderKit | 5.2 | $9 a month | Free plan | API | 5 Oct 2026 | |
| 08 ScreenshotOne | 5.2 | $17 a month | Free plan | API | 5 Oct 2026 | |
| 09 Anvil PDF Generation API | Anvil PDF Generation API is presented for developers and agents who need to generate or fill PDFs programmatically. | 5.1 | $99 a month | Free plan | Web, API | 29 Sep 2026 |
| 10 DocRaptor | DocRaptor suits developers who need an API to generate PDFs or XLS/XLSX files from HTML-based content. | 5.1 | $15 a month | Free plan | Web, API | 2 Oct 2026 |
The entries can be compared by free plans, starting paid prices, template data merge, bulk generation, fillable forms, input sources and supported platforms. The list is ordered by newest releases first, using maker-published figures rather than a score.
02
PDFMonkey
It suits teams or developers who generate documents from reusable templates and dynamic data, including in bulk.
WebAPI Record5.5 Visit
03
PDFmyURL
WebAPI Record5.5 Visit
04
CraftMyPDF
CraftMyPDF may suit teams or individuals who need reusable documents generated from structured or connected data.
WebAPI Record5.2 Visit
05
HTMLPDF.dev
It suits developers needing API-based HTML-to-PDF generation and nontechnical users who prefer a browser playground.
WebAPI Record5.2 Visit
6
PDF API
WebAPI €15 a month, billed yearly Record5.2 Visit PDF API suits developers and teams generating documents such as invoices, reports or contracts from applications.
9
Anvil PDF Generation API
WebAPI $99 a month Record5.1 Visit Anvil PDF Generation API is presented for developers and agents who need to generate or fill PDFs programmatically.
10
DocRaptor
WebAPI $15 a month Record5.1 Visit DocRaptor suits developers who need an API to generate PDFs or XLS/XLSX files from HTML-based content.
16
DynamicPDF Cloud API
WebAPI $19.95 a month Record4.9 Visit DynamicPDF Cloud API suits developers integrating PDF generation, editing, conversion, and extraction into applications.
18
PDF Generator API
WebAPISelf-hosted €80 a year Record4.9 Visit It suits developers and teams generating documents from structured data, especially when batch output, form filling, or self-hosting is needed.
21
Formstack Documents
WebAPI $31.99 a month Record4.8 Visit Formstack Documents suits organizations and teams automating document generation from business-system data.
Before you choose
Compare free and paid access
Some listed tools have a free tier, while paid entry prices vary by product.
Review whether a quoted price assumes annual billing; trial availability also differs among entries.
Match the document workflow
Assess template data merge, bulk generation and fillable forms in relation to the documents you plan to produce.
Input sources are another comparison point. Confirm that the source format and generation method fit your application before choosing.
Check where the API runs
The catalog covers API, web, self-hosted, Linux, Windows and macOS deployments. Choose an option that fits your deployment environment.
CloudConvert's service uses headless Chrome to turn HTML files or URLs into PDFs. Cloudflare Browser Rendering provides Browser Run through API and web access.
Review code and hosting control
Open-source code is offered by tools on the list. If you need to read or change the code, check the tool's licence.
Self-hosted availability can matter when you need to run the service in your own environment.
Questions
Are free plans available for HTML to PDF APIs?
Yes. Some entries include a free plan, while pricing models and starting paid prices vary.
Do HTML to PDF APIs offer trials?
Some entries provide trials. Cloudlayer.io advertises 30 days, whereas Cloudmersive does not offer one.
What capabilities should I compare?
Review template data merge, bulk generation, fillable forms, input sources, free-plan availability and starting paid prices.
Is open-source HTML to PDF code available?
Yes. Open-source code is offered by tools on this list. Review the applicable licence before using or changing it.
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