SigPDF vs Zoho Sign

Zoho Sign is part of the Zoho ecosystem — powerful for Zoho users, but it requires a Zoho account and uploads your documents to Zoho's cloud. SigPDF needs no account, never uploads your files, and costs from €2.08/month.

No Zoho account neededNo file uploadsNo account requiredFrom €2.08/month

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SigPDF vs Zoho Sign: Side-by-Side Comparison

FeatureSigPDFZoho Sign
PrivacyFiles never leave your browserDocuments uploaded to Zoho's cloud
PriceFrom €2.08/month (annual)Free (5 docs/mo) / from $12/user/month
WatermarksNeverNo
Account requiredNoYes (Zoho account)
Zoho ecosystem integrationNoYes (CRM, Docs, Books)
Multi-signer supportNoYes
Works offlineYes (after page loads)No

Ecosystem Tool vs Standalone Tool

Zoho Sign is designed to work within the broader Zoho ecosystem. If your business already runs on Zoho CRM, Zoho Books, and Zoho Docs, Zoho Sign slots in naturally — you can generate contracts from CRM data and route them for signature without leaving the Zoho environment. If you don't use Zoho's other tools, this integration is irrelevant, and you're paying for complexity you don't need.

SigPDF is a focused, standalone signing tool. No ecosystem required. Open a PDF, sign it in your browser, download it. Your document never leaves your device.

When Zoho Sign Is the Better Choice

  • You already use Zoho CRM, Zoho Books, or other Zoho products
  • You need to send documents to multiple signers for collection
  • You want documents stored in Zoho Docs automatically
  • Audit trails and signing status tracking are required

When SigPDF Is the Better Choice

  • You don't use Zoho's product suite
  • You sign your own PDFs and privacy is a priority
  • You want no account required and no cloud uploads
  • You want a simpler, cheaper tool — €2.08/month vs $12+/month

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zoho Sign?
Zoho Sign is an e-signature service that is part of the Zoho suite of business applications. It integrates with Zoho CRM, Zoho Docs, and other Zoho products. Documents are uploaded to Zoho's cloud infrastructure for processing and storage.
Is SigPDF a good Zoho Sign alternative?
Yes — for users who don't use Zoho's ecosystem and want a private, browser-based signing tool. SigPDF costs from €2.08/month and never uploads your files. Zoho Sign is better if you already use Zoho CRM, Zoho Books, or other Zoho tools and want tight integration.
How much does Zoho Sign cost compared to SigPDF?
Zoho Sign Standard costs from $12/user/month billed annually. There is a free tier with up to 5 documents per month. SigPDF costs from €2.08/month with no per-document limits.
Do I need a Zoho account to use Zoho Sign?
Yes. Zoho Sign requires a Zoho account. SigPDF requires no account — you can open a PDF, place your signature, and preview the result without signing up for anything. A SigPDF subscription is only needed to download the signed document.
Does Zoho Sign upload my documents to Zoho's servers?
Yes. Zoho Sign is a cloud-based service. Your documents are uploaded to Zoho's servers for processing and stored there as part of the audit trail. SigPDF processes everything in your browser — nothing is transmitted to any server.
Can SigPDF integrate with Zoho CRM like Zoho Sign can?
No. SigPDF is a standalone browser-based tool with no CRM integrations. If your signing workflow is closely tied to Zoho CRM — for example, generating contracts from CRM records and sending them for signature — Zoho Sign is the better choice.
Which is more private — SigPDF or Zoho Sign?
SigPDF is more private. Your documents are processed entirely in your browser and never transmitted to any server. Zoho Sign stores your documents in Zoho's cloud and maintains a detailed audit trail. For sensitive contracts and personal documents, SigPDF provides a stronger privacy guarantee.

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