Scrive vs DocuSign
Last updated October 2026
Looking for a European alternative to DocuSign? Here's how Scrive compares, on EU hosting, GDPR and what it does.
Our pick for a European buyer: Scrive. We weight data residency, GDPR and EU jurisdiction above everything else — that is the constraint this directory exists to solve.
What it is
Swedish eIDAS-compliant e-signatures with EU-only hosting and national eID support
Electronic signature and contract automation platform for businesses.
Headquarters
🇸🇪 SE
🇺🇸 US · 2003
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency is available on request for certain plans.
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
Yes
Certifications
ISO 27001:2022
ISO 27001
Price from
€21/user/mo
No
Free plan
No
No
Open Source
No
No
Integrations
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Workspace (Google Docs), Microsoft Teams, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft OneDrive +32
Salesforce, HubSpot, Google Drive, Dropbox, Microsoft 365 +2
Where each one wins
Scrive
Strengths
- +Intuitive and straightforward interface enabling quick document setup and signing without technical hurdles
- +Responsive and professional customer support with fast issue resolution and onboarding assistance
- +Reliable performance with secure, tamper-proof document handling and smooth integration capabilities
- +Strong compliance with EU regulations, including detailed audit logs and eID authentication
- +Multilingual support and customizable templates for diverse use cases
- +Fast onboarding process allowing immediate adoption, particularly valued in HR and contract management
- +Efficient document status tracking and workflow monitoring
Limitations
- −Document management can be cumbersome, particularly when integrating with existing HR or other systems
- −Tracking capabilities could be enhanced for deeper workflow insights
- −Pricing transparency is limited, with potential cost concerns as usage scales
DocuSign
Strengths
- +Highly reliable for legally binding signatures
- +Strong compliance and security standards
- +Seamless integration with major business tools
- +User-friendly interface for signers
Limitations
- −Pricing can be high for small businesses
- −Limited customization in lower-tier plans
- −Occasional delays in customer support
- −Learning curve for advanced features
Data residency & compliance
Scrive
DocuSign
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency is available on request for certain plans.
Transfer mechanism
Not required — data stays in the EU
Standard Contractual Clauses
Certifications
ISO 27001:2022
ISO 27001
Pricing
Scrive
- eSign Online Essential €21 per user / month, billed annuallyUnlimited documents · E-archive and evidence package · Document forwarding
- eSign Online Business €49 per user / month, billed annuallyAll Essential features · eID/BankID and SMS authentication (add-ons) · Scrive plugins and integrations
- eSign Online Enterprise On request Extended SLA · Bulk send and SSO · Configurable account structure
- eSign GO Team €495 per month, 5 locationsLocal date format support · Evidence package and optional SLA · iOS & Android apps
- eSign GO Company €1650 per month, 20 locationsAll Team features · Extended SLA and external archiving · Customer success package
- eSign GO Enterprise On request Volume pricing · Custom configurations
- eSign API On request Local date format and language support · In-person signing and workflows · Optional and extended SLA
- ID Check Essential €75* per month, 5 usersBasic identity verification · Email, link, and SMS invitations
- ID Check Business €250* per month, 20 usersAll Essential features · Advanced verification options
- ID Check Enterprise On request* Unlimited users · Custom configurations
*ID Check transaction fees and eID variable costs not included. Pricing for eID Hub and Web Forms available on request.
DocuSign
No published pricing we could verify.
Pricing is tiered and customizable; exact figures require a quote from DocuSign.
Features
Scrive
- E-Signing Core
- Online signature portal and API for sending, signing, and managing agreements on any device, Templates and workflow automation for agreements, Authentication via multiple eID options (Swedish/Norwegian BankID, MitID, Finnish BankID, iDIN, Verimi, Onfido, Scrive QES), Omnichannel support (web, mobile, point of sale)
- Advanced E-Signing
- Advanced workflows, bundled document sending/signing, configurable signing groups (API and Enterprise plans), SMS authentication and invitations (add-ons), In-person signing and local date format support, Live dashboards, IP restriction, external archiving (eSign GO)
- Digital Identity Verification
- Single API for multiple eIDs and identity verification services (195+ countries), Secure logins, KYC checks, onboarding, and transaction approvals, Streamlined verification via email, link, and SMS invitations, Compliance with regulatory standards, data protection, and encryption
- Web Forms & Data Collection
- Fill-and-sign web forms for data and signature collection in one digital flow, Drag-and-drop form builder (Forms Builder), Multi-party signing, flexible eID signing, conditional logic, field validation, Advanced branding, business logic, custom validation, dynamic content
- Contract Management
- Integrated agreement management (Contractbook by Scrive), Offboarding solutions, Centralized contract storage and workflow automation
DocuSign
- Signature Workflows
- Multi-party signing, Sequential or parallel routing, Bulk send for high-volume signing, Authentication via SMS, email, or ID
- Document Management
- Template creation and reuse, Document editing and annotations, Audit trails for compliance, Cloud storage integration
- Security & Compliance
- ISO 27001 certified, SOC 2 Type II compliant, Encryption in transit and at rest, Role-based access control
- Integrations
- CRM systems (Salesforce, HubSpot), Cloud storage (Google Drive, Dropbox), Productivity tools (Microsoft 365, Slack), API access for custom workflows
- Contract Automation
- Automated reminders and notifications, Conditional logic for dynamic fields, Payment collection via integrations, Custom branding for documents