Comparison

SignNow vs Document Signer

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

Head to head
About

SignNow

Easily sign and manage PDF documents and other file formats with this comprehensive e-signature solution. Upload files, create templates, and collect legally-binding signatures from multiple parties. Securely store and access your documents online or offline.

Highlights
  • E-sign documents without limits
  • Create legally-binding e-signatures
  • Upload and fill PDF/Word documents
  • Convert image files to PDF
  • Create reusable document templates
  • Collect signatures from multiple users
  • Offline signing and syncing
Features
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SignNow is used by over 6 million people worldwide to sign, send, and manage documents — wherever they are, on any device. Skip printing, scanning, and waiting. With SignNow, you can get legally binding e-signatures in minutes. SIGN & SEND DOCUMENTS • Sign PDFs, Word files, and other formats in just a few taps • Send documents to one or more recipients via email or link • Set the signing order and assign roles • Get notified in real time when documents are opened or signed • Collect in-person signatures with Kiosk Mode — ideal for events, front desks, or check-ins FILL & EDIT DOCUMENTS • Fill out forms, add text, checkboxes, dates, and stamps • Convert images (JPEG, PNG, BMP, etc.) into PDFs • Import files from email, Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, and more • Create reusable templates for documents you send often MANAGE YOUR DOCUMENT WORKFLOW • Collaborate with your team on shared documents • Track document status and view detailed audit history • Organize files into folders for quick access • Store all signed documents securely SECURITY & COMPLIANCE • 256-bit encryption for data in transit and at rest • Legally binding e-signatures compliant with ESIGN, UETA, and eIDAS • Detailed audit trails with timestamps, IP addresses, and signer info • Works offline — sign and edit documents without internet, sync when back online • Supports MobileIron AppConnect for enterprise-grade security MORE WAYS TO WORK • Sign in with your Google or Apple account • Access documents from mobile or web • Print documents directly from the app • Use widgets for quick access to key actions Start with a free 7-day trial — no credit card required. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION Payment will be charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation. The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. Manage your subscription in Account Settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://www.signnow.com/privacy_policy Terms of Service: https://www.signnow.com/terms

About

Document Signer

Easily sign PDFs, fill forms, and manage scanned documents. This app offers a free e-signature feature and a camera scanner. Upgrade to Pro for advanced editing tools, templates, and cloud syncing.

Highlights
  • Electronic document signing
  • PDF and image file signing
  • Camera scanner for documents
  • Document editing tools
  • Ready-to-use templates
  • Google Drive syncing
  • Local storage for privacy
Features
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Introducing SimpleSign, your ultimate assistant for electronically signing and managing documents with ease. Whether you need to sign a PDF, fill out forms, or organize scanned documents, SimpleSign offers a comprehensive solution designed to streamline your workflow. Effortless Document Signing and Editing SimpleSign simplifies the process of signing documents electronically. With a user-friendly interface and intuitive design, you can sign PDFs and image files seamlessly. Utilize the free e-signature feature to sign documents quickly and securely. For full access to premium tools, templates, and advanced editing features, an upgrade to SimpleSign Pro is available. Versatile Editing Tools Enhance your documents with multiple editing tools available in SimpleSign. Customize texts, import images, add checkboxes, and insert initials wherever necessary. Some advanced editing features require a Pro subscription. Comprehensive Document Management Manage your documents effectively with SimpleSign’s integrated features. Use the free camera scanner to capture physical documents and convert them into digital files. Organize your documents within the app, making it easy to access and retrieve important information. Pro users can unlock additional tools for improved workflow efficiency. Ready-to-Use Templates Save time with SimpleSign’s extensive library of templates. Choose from over 15+ pre-designed templates for contracts, forms, and more. Some templates are available for free, while premium templates require a Pro subscription. Secure and Private Rest assured that your documents are secure with SimpleSign’s local storage feature. No account is required to start signing. Your documents remain on your device for maximum privacy. Integration and Google Drive Syncing With its brand new feature, SimpleSign can now backup all your scanned and signed documents with the connection of your Google account. It seamlessly integrates with your workflow giving you the ability to never loose your documents and easily recover them to a new phone! Upgrade to SimpleSign Pro Unlock premium features with a SimpleSign Pro subscription, including: - Access to all templates - Advanced editing tools - Unlimited document storage - Priority support - More customization options SimpleSign Pro offers a 3-day free trial for new users, followed by a paid subscription. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/simplesign/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/simplesign/terms-conditions Support: zionstudiosapps@gmail.com All rights reserved, Zion Studios LLC, 2024

Screenshots

SignNow4 screens
Document Signer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: SignNow at 18K against Document Signer's 26. SignNow also leads on chart position (#74 vs unranked). Document Signer's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.5) and review sentiment (75% vs 65%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. SignNow sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Document Signer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Document Signer holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SignNow has 18K ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of SignNow's written reviews are positive against 75% of Document Signer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SignNow ships an update weekly, Document Signer every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and August 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
SignNow versus Document Signer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSignNowDocument Signer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (18K ratings)4.7 (26 ratings) — better
Positive reviews64.9% of reviews75.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings18K — better26
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 9 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank#74 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size431 MB47 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperairSlate, Inc.Zion Studios LLC

Customer experience

SignNow

All ratings17,916 ratings
Positive86.8%
Neutral2.2%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews1,406 reviews
Positive64.9%
Neutral3.6%
Negative31.6%

Document Signer

All ratings26 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral3.8%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

Bugs and requests

SignNow

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Text alignment issues
  • Signature ID not working
  • Signed documents disappearing
  • Inability to open/edit signed documents
  • Crashes and freezes

Requested features

6 requests
  • Ability to paste text
  • Improved text alignment and resizing
  • Bulk scanning and document management
  • Duplicate text boxes
  • Rotate/resize signature box
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  • Improved mobile interface

Document Signer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

SignNow

Subscriptions9
  • SignNow$2.991 Month
  • SignNow$4.991 Month
  • SignNow Business2 variants$6.991 Month
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  • SignNow Pro$14.991 Month
  • signNow Business Monthly2 variants$19.991 Month
  • SignNow Business, free trial7 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • SignNow$23.991 Year
  • SignNow Premium$24.991 Month
  • SignNow Business, free trial7 Days trial$95.991 Year
4 purchases

Document Signer

Subscriptions3
  • Pro Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Pro Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$59.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime SimpleSign Offer$69.99

Questions

Is SignNow free?
SignNow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Document Signer free?
Document Signer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SignNow or Document Signer?
Document Signer is rated higher. SignNow averages 4.5 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while Document Signer averages 4.7 from 26 ratings.
Do SignNow or Document Signer have ads?
Neither SignNow nor Document Signer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SignNow or Document Signer?
SignNow ships an update weekly, and Document Signer every 9 days. Most recently, SignNow was updated on September 24, 2026 and Document Signer on August 14, 2026.

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