APISign vs Zoho Sign
Simple e-signatures without the Zoho ecosystem commitment. Get legally binding contracts with pay-per-use pricing.
APISign
Zoho Sign
Why developers switch from Zoho Sign
Zoho Sign is affordable for the Zoho ecosystem, but standalone developers face different challenges.
Per-user pricing
Zoho Sign charges per user per month. Adding developers or team members quickly multiplies your costs.
Ecosystem expectations
Zoho Sign works best within Zoho's ecosystem. Using it standalone means missing integrations you're paying for.
Feature-gated tiers
API access and advanced features are locked behind higher-priced tiers. Pay more to unlock basic developer functionality.
Why APISign is the better choice
We built APISign for developers who need simple, affordable e-signatures without ecosystem lock-in.
True API-first approach
Built from the ground up for developers. Simple REST API, Markdown templates, and comprehensive webhooks.
Transparent pricing
$0.25 per contract. No monthly fees, no per-seat charges, no hidden costs. Know exactly what you'll pay.
Markdown templates
Define contracts in Markdown with variables. No complex document builders or proprietary formats.
Feature-by-feature comparison
| Feature | APISign | Zoho Sign |
|---|---|---|
| Per-contract pricing | $0.25 | $0.80 - $1.50 |
| Monthly fee | $0 | $10 - $35/user/mo |
| API-first design | Partial | |
| Markdown templates | ||
| Free contracts to start | 20 contracts | 5 docs/month (free tier) |
| Real-time webhooks | ||
| Audit trails | ||
| Legally binding | ||
| Zoho ecosystem integration | N/A | Native |
| Setup complexity | ~20 minutes | 1-2 hours |
See how much you could save
A 3-person team sending 100 contracts per month? Here's the annual cost comparison:
APISign
$300
100 contracts × $0.25 × 12 months
Zoho Sign
$1,260+
3 users × $35/mo × 12 months
Save over $960/year with APISign
Ready to switch from Zoho Sign?
Start with 20 free contracts. No credit card required. Integrate in under 20 minutes.