Comparison

Zoho Sign vs HelloSign

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Zoho Sign

Securely sign and manage digital documents from any device. This cloud-based solution integrates with your favorite apps, offering legally binding e-signatures, custom templates, and real-time tracking for efficient document workflows.

Highlights
  • Legally binding e-signatures
  • Reusable custom templates
  • Cloud storage integration
  • In-person signing
  • Payment collection during signing
  • Identity verification
  • Real-time notifications
Features
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Zoho Sign is a robust digital signature solution that lets you securely sign documents from anywhere, at any time, directly on your iPhone, iPad, or MacBook. Built entirely on the cloud, our e-signature app seamlessly integrates with your everyday applications, providing a smooth and efficient online signing experience on the go. Trusted by users worldwide, Zoho Sign combines simplicity with top-notch security, making it one of the most reliable electronic signature apps on the market. "Zoho Sign is a comprehensive tool that serves all signing purposes. From sequential signing to automated follow-ups and document tracking, Zoho Sign does it all."  - Devendra Kandalkar, ACG World Key features: - Sign and send legally binding agreements, contracts, and forms across devices (iPhone, iPad, Mac) in various formats (PDF, DOCX, PNG, and more). - Export signed documents to cloud storage apps like Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive. - Create reusable, custom templates for enhanced productivity. - Customize and manage SignForms with QR codes for easy signing without the app. - Add customizable fields (signatures, dates, text, and more). - Incorporate logic and advanced fields for dynamic data collection. - Collect signatures in person on your iPhone or iPad to speed up contract execution. - Collect payments during signing with the Zoho Checkout integration. - Verify signer identity using dynamic KBA (knowledge-based authentication). - Get real-time push notifications for every action taken on your document. - Switch between multiple Zoho Sign accounts or view everything in one place through the unified inbox. Additional features: - Send reminders for prompt document signing. - Initiate signing directly from your inbox. - Reassign signing tasks when needed. - Share completed documents via iMessage. - Use split-screen on iPad for multitasking. - Set up Siri shortcuts for signing using face ID, tracking, and scanning documents. - Add Zoho Sign's widget to your Control Center to quickly scan, sign, and browse. - Find signed documents instantly with Spotlight Search. - Get key details summarized with Zia's text summarization. Common documents to eSign with Zoho Sign: - Invoices - Sales contracts - Business proposals - Purchase orders - Lease agreements - Partnership agreements - Employment offers and more. Security and compliance: - Data is securely transmitted via an SSL/TLS connection and encrypted with AES 256-bit encryption while at rest. - Zoho Sign complies with the ESIGN Act, UETA, GDPR, HIPAA, and other industry-standard regulations, ensuring legal digital signatures and data protection compliance. - All documents are legally binding with a comprehensive audit trail including timestamps, the signer's email address, device IP, and completion details. - Biometric authentication like Touch ID and passcodes prevent unauthorized access. - Security codes ensure only authorized individuals can access and sign the documents. Legal & Security: - Certification of Completion: Get automatic audit trails for completed documents with time stamps and IP addresses. - Increase security using Touch ID and Passcode to block unauthorized access. - Set security codes and share it directly with the recipients to prevent unauthorized access. - Compliant with ESIGN act and industry standard laws. Plans and pricing: Free plan: Sign up for our free eSign app and get five documents per month at no cost. Standard plan: - Monthly: 12 USD/month - Yearly: 120 USD/year - Includes 25 documents per month for signing Professional plan: - Monthly: 18 USD/month - Yearly: 180 USD/year - Unlimited document signing Subscription details: Subscriptions are charged to your iTunes account upon purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Auto-renewal can be disabled in Account Settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://zoho.com/privacy Terms of use: https://zoho.com/terms

About

HelloSign

Create professional digital signs for your business on the go, replacing traditional paper signage. Customize backgrounds, including animations, or use default options for immediate use. Ideal for hotels, limousine services, and conventions.

Highlights
  • Custom digital signage creation
  • Animated background support
  • Default standard backgrounds
  • On-the-go sign management
  • Professional impression for businesses
Features
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This application will help you to replace paper signs with digital custom signage on the go. The impression for the signage is professional and are being used by several of the best hotels and Limousine companies in the World as well as for Conventions. Once creating a sign, it will stay on until you exit the signage created by swiping from left to right in the middle of the screen. Professional Signage at your fingertips. HelloSign can do custom backgrounds, animated backgrounds in loop and it is ready to use with default standard backgrounds for signage by just installing the application on your mobile device. Please contact us for more information or help through: http://nuinta.com/contact/ Terms of Use (EULA): [https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/]

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Zoho Sign at none against HelloSign's shown. Zoho Sign also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 17 months) and ratings volume (873 vs 2). HelloSign's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 67%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Zoho Sign sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and HelloSign sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

HelloSign holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Zoho Sign has 873 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Zoho Sign's written reviews are positive against 100% of HelloSign's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Zoho Sign ships an update every 4 weeks, HelloSign every 17 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Zoho Sign versus HelloSign: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZoho SignHelloSign
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (873 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings873 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks — betterEvery 17 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPad
Requires iOS1716.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size168 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZoho CorporationKristian Wanderaas

Customer experience

Zoho Sign

All ratings869 ratings
Positive95.6%
Neutral1.8%
Negative2.5%
Written reviews27 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral11.1%
Negative22.2%

HelloSign

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Zoho Sign

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • Quick send feature doesn't work
  • Input box sizing is incorrect on mobile
  • Cannot delete boxes once selected
  • Email dropdown autofill not visible
  • Font size changes arbitrarily when rotating device
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  • Automatic date insertion when not needed
  • Persistent tag overlay following user through document
  • Excessive required fields (initials for missing middle names)

Requested features

13 requests
  • Folder view for iPhone (like iPad version)
  • Ability to change plans and purchase credits from app
  • Professional default email templates
  • Multiple brand/business email sender options
  • Field duplication for multiple recipients
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  • Set default values for fill-in fields
  • Ability to resize and snap fields into position
  • Contact management in app
  • Document stamping feature
  • Freehand signature option
  • Multiple signature support
  • Template access within mobile app
  • Ability to delete boxes after selection

HelloSign

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Zoho Sign

Subscriptions4
  • Standard - Monthly$11.991 Month
  • Professional - Monthly$19.991 Month
  • Standard - Yearly$119.991 Year
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  • Professional - Yearly$189.991 Year
2 purchases

HelloSign

Subscriptions2
  • Monthlysubscription$4.991 Month
  • Yearlysubscription$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Zoho Sign free?
Zoho Sign is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HelloSign free?
HelloSign is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Zoho Sign or HelloSign?
HelloSign is rated higher. Zoho Sign averages 4.8 out of 5 from 873 ratings, while HelloSign averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Zoho Sign or HelloSign have ads?
HelloSign shows ads; Zoho Sign does not.
Which is updated more often, Zoho Sign or HelloSign?
Zoho Sign ships an update every 4 weeks, and HelloSign every 17 months. Most recently, Zoho Sign was updated on October 22, 2026 and HelloSign on October 8, 2026.

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