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    Adobe Acrobat Sign

    Score8.5 out of 10
    Mid-Size Companies (51-1,000 employees)
    Acrobat Sign is an e-signature solution that combines simple and secure e-signatures with Adobe Acrobat. With Acrobat Sign, the user can create, sign, send for signature, manage, and track documents from one Adobe platform. The user can create signing experiences for customers and teams by enabling them to sign documents on any device or browser – anytime, anywhere. No additional software download or accounts are needed. As Microsoft’s e-signature solution, Acrobat Sign…

    $14.99

    per month license

    DocuSign

    Score8.3 out of 10
    N/ADocuSign supports transactions with document sharing and electronic signature, as well as automated and guided data collection and entry, record updating across disparate systems and payment collection upon agreement, as well as analytics and reporting.

    $15

    per month

    Pricing
    Adobe Acrobat SignDocuSign
    Editions & Modules
    Acrobat Standard DC for teams
    $14.99
    per month license
    Acrobat Pro DC with advanced e-sign
    $16.99
    per month license
    Acrobat Sign Solutions
    Call 800-685-4192 for pricing
    Personal
    $15
    per month
    Real Starter
    $15
    per month
    DocuSign for Realtors
    $35
    per month
    Standard
    $40
    per month
    Business Pro
    $60
    per month
    Advanced Solutions
    Custom Pricing
    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    Adobe Acrobat SignDocuSign
    Free Trial
    YesYes
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    YesNo
    Entry-level Setup Fee$34.99 license per monthNo setup fee
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    Adobe Acrobat SignDocuSign
    Considered Both Products
    Adobe
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    I chose Acrobat Sign over DocuSign based on cost. Having used DocuSign previously, it would have been worth the extra money to stay with them. PandaDoc seemed straightforward and cost-effective, but I wanted to use a brand that would have wider recognition.
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    DocuSign is a little more user-friendly and more updated that Adobe Acrobat Sign. Ultimately, we made the switch to Adobe due to their product offerings. By choosing Adobe, we can utilize other platforms within the suite that allow us to further edit documents. Which provides …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    We were thinking about using DocuSign because it integrates with our HCM system, but it was so astronomically expensive that we couldn't justify the purchase.
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    We did not evaluate any other products since we were already using Creative Cloud and specifically Acrobat, however I have received DocuSign files from vendors for signature.
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    Using DocuSign for years and then Adobe Acrobat Sign, the decision to try PandaDoc was a surprise but they quickly captured our teams interest and eventually our business. The analytics, drag and drop features for template creation and the ability to modify documents on the fly …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    The biggest difference in why we chose Adobe was because of the pricing structure. DocuSign has a "envelope" cost and you pay for certain amounts of envelopes. However, if you send more envelopes than you have paid for, either you have to a pay a premium or extend your contract …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    I feel Adobe Acrobat Sign holds their own to the DocuSign brand. I see more organizations using DocuSign, but feel I can easily use the toolset that Adobe Acrobat Sign offers. I really like the signature tracking feature that Adobe Acrobat Sign offers and combined with the …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    They are just different. Adobe's number one feature that puts it above it's competitors is that your document, the signing process, all of it exists within Adobe. There is no need to go from Word, to Adobe, to DocuSign. It saves you time and makes life easy for you (and for …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    i am not a person selected Acrobat Sign as our company solution. i use both Acrobat Sign and DocuSign as end user. I am not comparing both feature but as end user, i think Adobe Acrobat Sign is easier to use since some menu on DocuSign is strange translation when i choose …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    I have prior experience at a previous company with DocuSign, and while that platform may provide a smaller set of features & functionality, it is also more intuitive for first-time users.
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    Both Adobe Acrobat Sign and DocuSign are prominent e-signature solutions on the market. Adobe Acrobat Sign has much better integration with other Adobe Suite products such as Adobe Acrobat and Adobe Creative Cloud which are also used at Uniper. It also has a more user-friendly …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    For me, DocuSign is used when a standard form is already in play - nothing needs to be changed and it's a part of a larger template. Adobe Sign however is always used for forms which are unique to a client's particular situation, needs to be edited, or created from scratch. …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    We are using both DocuSign and Adobe Sign. Both solutions are very valid for our scope, the replacement of manual process with electronic workflow. I think that if you must choose between DocuSign and Adobe Sign you have to look at the price (every month it changes or there …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    We also use DocuSign but it is more expensive with a per-envelope cost associated with it. While it has a great many features, it is not truly cost-effective.
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    I have previously used DocuSign and HelloSign. I prefer Adobe Acrobat Sign because I am familiar with it, and it's easy to use.
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    Better integrates with our other systems, and allows employees to use it easier along other applications. We already use lots of adobe products so the decision was based heavily on that. I think Adobe Acrobat Sign can be a little clunky at times, but once a user has been …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    We utilize DocuSign over Adobe Acrobat Sign for e-signature purposes. The functionality of DocuSign is much greater in its' self-contained application; usability appears superior, and, to my knowledge, costing is more beneficial for the total value package.
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    There is a file size limit of 5MB.
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    Adobe Acrobat Sign is simple to use, streamlines document creation, and makes documents look better. It allows users to customize fields, set required and optional fields, and quickly generate web forms and PDFs. Templates can be saved to make sending the same document to many …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    Adobe is fully integrated with other Adobe products that the company uses already.
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    My benefits and frustrations with signing platforms are the same. Ease the preparation of documents or make template creation more intuitive, and this would be a big improvement on any e-signature product. I was not part of the selection process, but I'm sure Adobe brand …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    Adobe Sign is very even with the options evaluated in the top of tools for electronic signatures. One of the big things that set it apart is the previous implementation we had with other Adobe products. This greatly simplifies the implementation as well as the necessary …
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    head to head, pretty much the same product, just where your volume for pricing kicks in
    Incentivized
    Chose Adobe Acrobat Sign
    Adobe Acrobat Sign is convenient if you need someone to sign documents but they don't have access to a printer. If you need to track timestamps or signatures, it works well for that, too. Adobe Acrobat Sign allows you to digitally sign and send documents without ever needing a …
    Incentivized
    DocuSign
    Chose DocuSign
    Very similar but did not have the backing of SAP SuccessFactors in terms of Integration. The Developer Environment allowed us to test and practice on very easily compared to Adobe Acrobat Sign. Both products can be connected to via Microsoft Power Platform to aid automation …
    Incentivized
    Chose DocuSign
    Adobe Acrobat Sign is less user-friendly and more suited to small scopes, or one-off documents. It lacks the use of templates that DocuSign has, which is what ultimately streamlines and delivers the consistency and efficiencies for the business.
    Incentivized
    Chose DocuSign
    Adobe was not a good experience despite the lower cost. Constant crashing, slow to load and a simple feature like copy and pasting the same fields across pages was non existent. Our team celebrated the decision to move back to Docusign from Adobesign. We have never looked back …
    Incentivized
    Chose DocuSign
    I actually have both. Docusign has better features. SignNow was a little cheaper so I kept them.
    Incentivized
    Chose DocuSign
    I prefer DocuSign to Adobe Sign because of the workflow process. To me, DocuSign flows much easier and the interface is easier for me to locate the things I need. I also appreciate the templates that DocuSign allowed, especially because Egnyte had a direct integration with …
    Incentivized
    Chose DocuSign
    When viewing other competing products they didn't have the superior functionality that DocuSign had, nor the admin control. However, it should be noted that since making the selection, competing products have greatly improved.
    Incentivized
    Chose DocuSign
    I would say that DocuSign's biggest competitor and a most similar product is Adobe Sign. They both offer almost identical features with Adobe offering a slightly better interface. Adobe Sign is also less costly than DocuSign while offering templates that can be useful for …
    Incentivized
    Chose DocuSign
    DocuSign is the one we went with because of the majority of people who use it regularly. It's the first one that comes to mind when you think of electronic signatures. We do use AdobeSign with our HR platform because that is the one that is integrated with it, but standalone …
    Incentivized
    Chose DocuSign
    Adobe Sign has closed the gap between it and DocuSign in recent years. I still think DocuSign outclasses Adobe's offering in ease of use, and it makes less sense to go with Adobe Sign unless you are already steeped in the Adobe Creative Cloud ecosystem (e.g., Adobe Acrobat, …
    Incentivized
    Chose DocuSign
    Adobe Sign makes it harder to edit documents unless you have upgraded administrative accounts. It’s also harder to go in and cancel Adobe Sign documents.
    Incentivized
    Chose DocuSign
    We prefer DocuSign to Adobe Sign and HelloSign for its name recognition (important to those working with us), preferred interface, and ease of use, and safety. After exploring all three, DocuSign was the clear winner.
    Incentivized
    Chose DocuSign
    We switched from DocuSign to Adobe Sign after two years of DocuSign use. Other branches of our business still use and prefer DocuSign.
    Incentivized
    Chose DocuSign
    DocuSign is the system with the easiest way to add and remove fields. For most situations, you will have a template so you don't need to keep adding and removing fields. When those situations do come up, it's easy for DocuSign. For those other ones you need to go through a …
    Incentivized
    Chose DocuSign
    DocuSign is like Salesforce for CRM's. It just made sense as we were scaling as an organization and moving and adding new technology to our stacks. We really like Adobe Sign as a close second, but for what we were doing, DocuSign came back as a more professional sales org and …
    Incentivized
    Chose DocuSign
    DocuSign seems to be a bit more of a user-friendly platform to work through. At the end of the digital signature, platforms are mostly the same as they accomplish one goal, get a contract signed safely and securely much sooner than if you were to get a physical signature. Adobe …
    Incentivized
    Chose DocuSign
    Adobe Sign is a good solution as well yet it lacks some of the functionality DocuSign offers. I also find DocuSign just a bit easier to use, or maybe I just prefer the UI.
    Incentivized
    Chose DocuSign
    I briefly used Adobe EchoSign briefly during a past job and was not a huge fan of the step by step functionality. The process never seemed sensible and I was never fully confident when submitting documentation to clients. DocuSign was established in my next role and I can truly …
    Incentivized
    Chose DocuSign
    More affordable and user-friendly.
    Incentivized
    Chose DocuSign
    We focused a lot on possibly doing this through OnBase natively. However there are a lot of things to consider such as security of the documents getting to and from the customer. DocuSign is able to act as a middle man, so that all you have to worry about is getting the …
    Incentivized
    Chose DocuSign
    I think both products do the same thing well.
    Incentivized
    Chose DocuSign
    We actually started with Adobe EchoSign and it did not work for us at all. When we were in the sales process they said it could do everything we were asking and showed us some of it but just stated it could do other things (our bad on not making them show us those things as …
    Incentivized
    Chose DocuSign
    I looked at EchoSign. At the time, EchoSign had not yet been acquired by Adobe. I did not do a thorough evaluation of EchoSign. I went with DocuSign, the clear leader at the time.
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    TrustRadius Insights
    Adobe Acrobat SignDocuSign
    Highlights

    TrustRadius
    Research Team Insight
    Published

    Adobe Acrobat Sign is a digital signature platform designed to simplify document workflows through secure e-signatures, document tracking, and integration with Adobe’s document ecosystem. It allows users to create, send, sign, and manage agreements from a centralized platform while supporting signing across devices and browsers. DocuSign, by comparison, focuses on digital agreement management and contract workflows. It is widely recognized for streamlining approvals, improving compliance, and enabling secure document execution for businesses of all sizes.


    Adobe Acrobat Sign is often favored by companies already using Adobe Document Cloud and other Adobe products because of its seamless PDF and document management integrations. DocuSign is commonly adopted by organizations prioritizing large-scale agreement workflows, contract lifecycle management, and enterprise-grade compliance. Both platforms support remote signing and secure digital transactions, making them suitable for distributed teams and modern business operations.

    Features

    Adobe Acrobat Sign
    Adobe Acrobat Sign combines document management with electronic signature functionality, making it especially useful for businesses already working within the Adobe ecosystem. Key capabilities include:

    • Sending documents for signature directly from Acrobat on desktop or mobile
    • Multi-recipient signing workflows with customized signing experiences
    • Unlimited e-signatures on select team plans
    • Advanced authentication and compliance support for secure document handling
    • Integration with enterprise platforms and Microsoft applications
    • Real-time tracking, audit trails, and workflow automation

    These features make Acrobat Sign well suited for businesses that need scalable document workflows alongside PDF management capabilities. 

    DocuSign
    DocuSign focuses on agreement execution and digital transaction management with an emphasis on ease of use and enterprise security. Its capabilities include:

    • Fast and user-friendly document sending and signing
    • Mobile-friendly signing experiences across devices
    • Workflow automation and agreement lifecycle management
    • AI-driven contract insights and analytics
    • Enterprise-grade security and compliance controls
    • Integrations with Salesforce, Microsoft, Google Workspace, Oracle NetSuite, and ServiceNow

    DocuSign is particularly strong for organizations handling high volumes of contracts and approvals that require secure tracking and automation.

    Pricing (as of 5/21/2026 and subject to change)

    Adobe Acrobat Sign
    Adobe Acrobat Sign pricing includes:

    • Acrobat Standard DC for Teams – starting around $14.99 per license/month
    • Acrobat Pro DC with advanced e-sign capabilities – starting around $16.99 per license/month
    • Enterprise pricing available through custom quotes

    DocuSign
    DocuSign pricing tiers include:

    • Personal – starting around $15/month
    • Standard business plans with workflow features and integrations
    • Enterprise plans with custom pricing and advanced security/compliance options

    Both platforms offer free trials for businesses evaluating their e-signature capabilities. 

    Which is Right for You?

    Adobe Acrobat Sign
    Adobe Acrobat Sign is best suited for organizations already invested in Adobe products and document-heavy workflows. Businesses needing integrated PDF editing, document management, and secure e-signatures in one ecosystem will benefit most from its capabilities. It is also a strong option for enterprises requiring compliance-focused workflows and scalable signing processes.

    DocuSign
    DocuSign is ideal for organizations prioritizing agreement management, workflow automation, and enterprise-level security. Its broad integration ecosystem and reputation for reliable digital transaction management make it especially effective for businesses handling complex contracts and high transaction volumes. Companies focused on contract lifecycle management and streamlined approvals may find DocuSign the better fit.

    Read the full Adobe Acrobat Sign vs. DocuSign article on TrustRadius to explore the complete comparison and user feedback.

    User Ratings
    Adobe Acrobat SignDocuSign
    Likelihood to Recommend
    7.0
    (227 ratings)
    4.4
    (155 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    8.0
    (30 ratings)
    7.0
    (12 ratings)
    Usability
    7.2
    (193 ratings)
    3.7
    (13 ratings)
    Availability
    9.0
    (5 ratings)
    10.0
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    Performance
    9.0
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    10.0
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    Support Rating
    7.3
    (164 ratings)
    10.0
    (46 ratings)
    Online Training
    8.0
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    10.0
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    Implementation Rating
    8.0
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    10.0
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    Configurability
    9.0
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    Ease of integration
    5.0
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    Product Scalability
    8.0
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    10.0
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    Vendor post-sale
    9.0
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