Updated September 2026 · Prices checked September 24, 2026
A SignWell alternative with a lower entry price
SignWell and eSignSimple are close: both offer 3 free documents a month, and eSignSimple is unlimited from Silver up. Their unlimited plans are similarly priced (eSignSimple Silver at $9.99 monthly or $89.99 yearly vs SignWell Light at $10 billed yearly or $12 monthly), and Bronze starts at $4.99 for 25 documents. SignWell is better if you need more than 5 senders, conditional fields, or SOC 2/HIPAA commitments.
SignWell is a straightforward e-signature tool with clear pricing, unlimited documents on paid plans, and an API included on every plan. It is a good product and close to eSignSimple in spirit.
SignWell's free plan includes 3 documents a month and 1 template. Its Light plan is $10/month billed annually ($12 monthly) with unlimited documents, and Business is $30/month billed annually ($36 monthly) for 3 senders.
eSignSimple offers 3 free documents a month, 25 documents for $4.99/month and unlimited documents for $9.99/month, with bulk send and web forms from Silver up. Here is where each one fits.
How does eSignSimple compare with SignWell?
| Feature | eSignSimple | SignWell |
|---|---|---|
| Starting paid price | $4.99/month or $39.99/year (Bronze, 25 documents/month) | $10/month billed annually, $12 monthly (Light) |
| Team price | Gold: $19.99/month for up to 5 senders | $30/month billed annually for 3 senders (Business) |
| Free plan | Yes, 3 documents/month | Yes, 3 documents/month and 1 template |
| Document limits on paid plans | 25/month (Bronze); unlimited (Silver and above) | Unlimited |
| Signers need an account | No | No |
| Audit trail | Yes, plus certificate of completion with SHA-256 hash | Yes |
| Bulk send | Yes, Silver and above (up to 200 per send) | Yes (Light and above) |
| Branding | Yes, logo and brand color (Gold) | Yes (Business) |
| API | Yes, Silver and above (REST API and webhooks) | Yes, on all plans |
| Compliance claims | — | SOC 2 Type II and HIPAA listed on all plans |
How much does SignWell cost?
| Plan | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | 1 sender, 3 documents/month, 1 template, API included. |
| Light | $10/month billed annually ($12 monthly) | 1 sender, unlimited documents, 5 templates, bulk send, template links. |
| Business | $30/month billed annually ($36 monthly) | 3 senders, unlimited templates, branding, in-person signing. Extra senders cost more. |
| Enterprise | Custom quote | For 50+ users and advanced compliance needs. |
Prices checked September 24, 2026 on SignWell pricing. Vendors change prices and may show different prices by country and currency, so confirm before you buy.
eSignSimple pricing, for comparison
| Plan | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | 3 documents a month (a document counts when it is sent), unlimited signers, templates, audit trail and certificate of completion. |
| Bronze | $4.99/month or $39.99/year | 1 sender, 25 documents a month, automatic reminders. |
| Silver | $9.99/month or $89.99/year | 1 sender, unlimited documents, bulk send (up to 200 people per send), web forms, REST API and webhooks. |
| Gold | $19.99/month or $179.99/year | Everything in Silver, team seats for up to 5 senders with shared templates, your logo and brand color, priority support. |
Where is SignWell the better choice?
- An API included on every plan, including the free plan.
- SOC 2 Type II and HIPAA listed on all plans, which matters for regulated teams.
- Template links, conditional fields, data validation and attachment requests.
- A longer track record than an early-access product.
- Room to grow past 5 senders: Business starts at 3 senders and extra senders can be added, while our Gold plan stops at 5.
Why do people switch to eSignSimple?
Lower entry price
Bronze is $4.99/month (or $39.99 a year) for 25 documents a month.
Unlimited on a monthly plan
Silver is $9.99/month for unlimited documents, or $89.99 a year, similar to SignWell Light; cancel anytime.
Bulk send and web forms on Silver
Send a template to up to 200 people or share a public signing link on Silver and above.
Certificate of completion
Every document includes an audit trail and certificate with timestamps, IP addresses and a SHA-256 hash.
Who should pick which?
| Pick eSignSimple if… | Pick SignWell if… |
|---|---|
| You are a single sender who wants a cheaper plan for up to 25 documents a month. | You need more than 5 senders in one account. |
| You want a paid plan from $4.99/month for 25 documents. | You need SOC 2 Type II or HIPAA. |
| You want bulk send and web forms for $9.99/month. | You want conditional fields or template links. |
How do you switch from SignWell to eSignSimple?
- Download completed documents and audit trails from SignWell.
- Export templates as PDFs.
- Sign up for eSignSimple with Google and upload them.
- Recreate fields and save templates.
- Update any API integrations to our REST API v1 and webhooks.
Our take
SignWell is a good product with a similar philosophy to ours, and it is further along on teams and compliance.
For one sender, unlimited plans cost about the same; our Bronze plan is cheaper if you send up to 25 documents a month. For teams, SignWell is the stronger choice today.
We compare published features and prices from each vendor's own website and list the sources above. Where we could not verify something, we say so. SignWell is a trademark of its owner; eSignSimple is not affiliated with it. See how we protect documents on our security page and what each plan includes on pricing.
Frequently asked questions
Is eSignSimple cheaper than SignWell?
For unlimited documents the two are similarly priced: Silver is $9.99/month (or $89.99 a year) versus SignWell Light at $10/month billed annually or $12 monthly. Below 25 documents a month, eSignSimple Bronze at $4.99/month is cheaper. For three senders, SignWell Business can be cheaper.
Does eSignSimple have an API like SignWell?
Yes. Our REST API and webhooks are available on Silver and above, with the same plan limits as the web app. SignWell includes its API on every plan and also offers embedded signing, which is still on our roadmap.
Is eSignSimple HIPAA compliant?
eSignSimple does not currently claim HIPAA compliance. SignWell lists HIPAA on its plans.
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