Yousign vs Adobe Acrobat Sign

Yousign

Strengths

• +Intuitive and easy-to-use interface with a streamlined onboarding process, even for non-technical users
• +Strong security and compliance credentials, including eIDAS certification and Qualified Electronic Signatures (QES) at a competitive price
• +Transparent and competitive pricing with a 14-day free trial, offering good value for SMEs
• +Comprehensive document preparation tools and API with detailed documentation, plus integrations with 10+ third-party tools (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce, Pipedrive)
• +Reliable performance with automated tracking and enterprise-grade speed for signatures

Limitations

• −No dedicated mobile app, limiting usability for certain professions
• −Bugs and inconsistencies in onboarding workflows, particularly during employee setup
• −Reported pricing discrepancies, with costs sometimes doubling compared to initial communications
• −Lower-tier plans lack advanced features, requiring upgrades for full functionality

Adobe Acrobat Sign

Strengths

• +Seamless integration with Adobe ecosystem
• +Reliable audit trails for compliance
• +User-friendly mobile app

Limitations

• −High cost for enterprise plans
• −Complex setup for advanced workflows
• −Limited customization in lower tiers

Yousign

• Free 0 € per month (excl. VAT)2 signature requests per month · 1 user only · Unlimited self-signatures
• One 9 € per month (excl. VAT) / 108 € per year (excl. VAT)10 signature requests per month · 1 user · Automatic reminders and basic fields
• Plus 23 € per user / month (excl. VAT) / 276 € per year (excl. VAT)Unlimited eSignatures · SMS authentication and approvals · Templates and contact synchronization
• Pro 38 € per user / month (excl. VAT) / 456 € per year (excl. VAT)Unlimited eSignatures · Unlimited Automated Forms · Bulk signatures and document collection

Qualified eSignatures (QES) incur additional costs (€10–€15 per signature). Automated Forms are available from €10/month in Plus/Pro plans.

Adobe Acrobat Sign

• Acrobat Sign Standard On request Monthly or annualBasic e-signature features · Limited integrations · Mobile app access
• Acrobat Sign Pro On request Monthly or annualAdvanced workflows · Full API access · Bulk send capabilities

Pricing is not publicly listed; contact Adobe for a quote.

Yousign

Document Management & Signing

Approve, send, and sign documents in person or remotely, Automate tracking, reminders, and closing processes, Create reusable document templates for recurring signatures, Define signer order and automated approval flows

Security & Compliance

Strong authentication via SMS/phone or email OTP, Two-factor authentication (2FA), Single sign-on (SSO) available yearly, SCIM integration available yearly

Workflow & Automation

Real-time tracking of signature progress, Automated reminders and expiration notifications, Workspaces for organizing documents and signatures by team, Roles and permissions for access control

User Experience & Branding

Personalized messages, logos, and language settings, Custom branding to match corporate design, Contact synchronization with external CRM/HRIS systems, Sharing requests with external contacts

Adobe Acrobat Sign

Signing & Workflows

Send documents for e-signature, Track signature status in real time, Set signing order and reminders, Bulk send for multiple recipients

Security & Compliance

GDPR-compliant data handling, Audit trails for all actions, Multi-factor authentication, Encrypted document storage

Integration & Automation

API access for custom workflows, Pre-built integrations with CRM/ERP, Automated reminders and notifications, Template-based document creation