Updated September 2026
A SignWell alternative with a bigger free plan
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, in early access, offers 5 free documents a month, unlimited documents for $9/month, and $19 per sender/month for teams. Here is where each one fits.
eSignSimple vs SignWell at a glance
| Feature | eSignSimple | SignWell |
|---|---|---|
| Starting paid price | $9/month (Personal) | $10/month billed annually, $12 monthly (Light) |
| Team price | $19 per sender/month | $30/month billed annually for 3 senders (Business) |
| Free plan | Yes, 5 documents/month | Yes, 3 documents/month and 1 template |
| Document limits on paid plans | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Signers need an account | No | No |
| Audit trail | Yes, plus certificate of completion with SHA-256 hash | Yes |
| Bulk send | Yes (Team) | Yes (Light and above) |
| Branding | Yes (Team) | Yes (Business) |
| API | On the roadmap | Yes, on all plans |
| Compliance claims | — | SOC 2 Type II and HIPAA listed on all plans |
SignWell pricing
| Plan | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 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. |
Why teams switch to eSignSimple
More free documents
5 documents a month on the free plan instead of 3.
Slightly lower entry price
$9/month for unlimited documents, billed monthly.
Per-sender team pricing
$19 per sender/month, so a team of one or two pays only for what it uses.
Certificate of completion
Every document includes an audit trail and certificate with timestamps, IP addresses and a SHA-256 hash.
Where SignWell is 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.
- For 3 senders, the Business plan can cost less per sender than eSignSimple Team.
Prices and features were checked on September 2026 and can change. SignWell is a trademark of its owner; eSignSimple is not affiliated with it. Sources: SignWell pricing
Frequently asked questions
Is eSignSimple cheaper than SignWell?
For one sender, slightly: $9/month versus SignWell Light at $10/month billed annually or $12 monthly. For three senders, SignWell Business can be cheaper.
Does eSignSimple have an API like SignWell?
Not yet. An API is on the roadmap. If you need one today, SignWell is the better choice.
Is eSignSimple HIPAA compliant?
eSignSimple does not currently claim HIPAA compliance. SignWell lists HIPAA on its plans.
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