Feature comparison
| Feature | Signpace | DocuSign |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes — 3 docs/month, no credit card | No permanent free plan (30-day trial only) |
| Starting price | $12/month (Starter) | $15/user/month (Essentials) |
| Account to sign | Not required for basic signing | Required for all use |
| PDF signing | Yes | Yes |
| Send for signatures | Yes (Starter+) | Yes |
| Audit trail | Yes (Pro plan) | Yes (all plans) |
| Multi-signer | Up to 5 signers (Pro) | Up to 5 signers (Essentials+) |
| Custom branding | Yes (Pro) | Yes (Business Pro+) |
| API access | No | Yes (add-on) |
| Mobile app | Web only (mobile-responsive) | iOS + Android |
Price: Signpace wins on value
DocuSign's cheapest paid plan (Essentials) starts at $15/user/month, billed annually. There is no permanent free plan — only a 30-day trial. Signpace offers a forever-free tier (3 documents/month, no credit card) and a Starter plan at $12/month. For freelancers and small teams, that's a significant savings.
No account required with Signpace
DocuSign requires an account for all signing actions. Signpace lets anyone sign a document or create a signature without creating an account. For one-off signing needs, this removes all friction.
When should you choose DocuSign instead?
DocuSign makes more sense if you need enterprise compliance (SOC 2 Type II, FedRAMP), deep CRM/ERP integrations (Salesforce, SAP, Microsoft 365), high-volume API access, or advanced identity verification (SMS, KBA, ID check).
When Signpace is the better choice
- You sign documents occasionally (up to 3/month free)
- You want to sign a PDF without creating an account
- You're a freelancer or small team on a budget
- You need to send documents for signature at a lower price
- You want to create a digital signature for free
When to choose DocuSign instead
- Enterprise compliance, SOC 2 Type II, or FedRAMP certification
- Deep CRM/ERP integrations (Salesforce, SAP, Microsoft 365)
- High-volume API access (100+ envelopes/month at scale)
- Advanced identity verification (SMS, KBA, ID check)
Try Signpace for free
No credit card, no commitment. Sign 3 documents a month for free.