DocuSign vs Authentisign vs NexOne (REALTOR® Review)
Technology is moving forward at an unprecedented pace — changing how we conduct business. E-signature platforms continue to dominant the market, as real estate agents, brokers, and clients can speed up the buying and selling process through signing paperwork on the go on your mobile device.
In this article, we are going to compare the three giants in the industry DocuSign, Authentisign and NexOne formerly known as Repree. We will look at their features, pricing, and ease-of-use so you can decide what platform is best for your business.
DocuSign
DocuSign pioneered e-signatures and is now one of the leading names in the industry. Trusted by millions of users, DocuSign offers amazing business solutions for REALTORS® — from sales contracts, offer letters and account openings to invoices. DocuSign empowers the REALTOR®, allowing you to complete contracts in minutes and get rid of those piles of paperwork.
“DocuSign is an easy to use software that takes very little setup time. It’s so simple to create an account, set up templates, send documents, and customize the website to fit your needs. I am very impressed with the speed at which we were able to start using the system and how quickly we could start sending documents. Also, our clients and employees sign documents so much faster, which cuts down on our workload and cost to the company. It’s also very easy to set up templates to use and you can customize them later.”
– Sandy Hopwood, Fit Small Business
Authentisign
Another big name in the industry, Authentisign have enjoyed success in the paperless business for years. In 2020, Authentisign had over 750,000 licensed users and processed over 28 million in Canada and USA alone.
“This is the service the Tennessee Association of Realtors endorses and now gives free to its members with Instanet Forms. I have used it for 4 years now and it is so easy that I can use it on my smartphone or tablet and find when I am in meetings I can discreetly take care of my contract signings with little effort. I feel empowered.”
– Deb Reynolds, Activerain
NexOne (formerly Repree)
Founded in 2010, NexOne formerly Repree has a mission to change the way the real estate industry conducts business. NexOne offers a full suite of tools for Real Estate Professionals and Brokerages to increase productivity and efficiency while saving both Agents and Brokerages time and money. Our solution has been designed to meet the most stringent standards of Real Estate
“NexOne Agent is the most effective time saving real estate productivity tool I have ever used. My clients love being able to sign on their phones or computers at their convenience without having to print, scan and email. Most people don’t have all of this equipment but they all have either a smartphone or access to a computer. No further need to meet and sign in person! Now I use this time on dollar productive activities or just to relax with the family!”
– Marty S., REALTOR®
Round 1: Features Showdown
No e-signature platform is the same. So, in this section, we’ll look at the different features each brand offers and find out what makes them stand out!
DocuSign
- Mobile apps for Android, iOS, and Windows
- Status visibility, notifications, and reminders
- Custom fields
- Reusable templates
- Wide range of integrations, including CREA Webforms
- API available
- Support for 43 languages
Authentisign
- 100% browser-based. No apps or installations of any kind.
- Cloud storage integration (i.e. Dropbox, Google Drive, One Drive)
- Reusable design layouts
- Drag and drop placement of signatures
- API available
NexOne (formerly Repree)
- Browser-based. No apps available at time of this article.
- Detailed activity reports (documents, calendars, etc.) that you can share with clients
- Calendar
- SSL encryption, data backup
- Document manager
- E-signatures powered by Ratify
What each platform looks like in your inbox…
Real Estate Agents are constantly receiving new emails; making it easy and common for one to be missed. Therefore, it is crucial for important electronic signing documents to stick out and have clear headers, so you can follow-up with the appropriate actions and the process is seamless. DocuSign, Authentisign, and NexOne all show up differently in inboxes, so depending on your preference this may gear you to a different platform.
DocuSign
Authentisign
NexOne
Conclusion
In terms of features, DocuSign is the clear winner. The availability of mobile apps makes it a deal-breaker when you need to sign documents on the go. Not to mention the hundreds of integrations it offers, plus the clarity it provides in your inbox.
Round 2: Best Bang for Buck
We’ve seen what these platforms can do for you. Now, let’s look at who fits the budget.
DocuSign
Real Estate Starter: $156/annually
- Only the basics. Only single user.
Real Estate Package: $396/annually
- The basics plus multiple user ability, shared documents/templates, ability to comment, attach documents and customize branding. Also includes in-person signatures and advance recipient types
Authentisign
1-year Authentisign: $129/annually
- Routes documents, gathers signatures and distributes fully-executed contracts once all parties have signed.
- Legally signs documents from any source on any device with secure, cloud-based e-signature service.
1-year Authentisign +TransactionDesk Agent Edition: $199/annually
- Includes unlimited online document storage integrated with your WEBForms account, unlimited toll-free faxing (inbound and outbound), task management with automated email reminders, and the ability to collaborate online with your buyers and sellers.
NexOne
Basic: $199/annually
- Only the Basics.
- Only 7 E-Signatures per Month.
Premium: $299/annually
- Most Popular
- All features of Basic except unlimited E-Signatures; plus, includes client reporting, activity plans, live and after hours support.
Premium+: $399/annually
- All features of Premium; plus, calendar, client portal, and automated buyer/seller feedback.
Conclusion
If you ONLY need certain e-signature functionality, then Authentisign at CAD $120/year offers the best bang for buck.
If you need more features, DocuSign for REALTORS® is the best choice — despite being on the more expensive side. The mobile apps which allow you to conduct business on the go is the key difference. Not to mention the ability to add your branding.
NexOne, a newer program, also has a bright future ahead as it focuses mainly on real estate (unlike the other two) and has steadily increased its functionality. However, the inability to personalize the inbox message may be a dealbreaker for some.
In terms of features and price, DocuSign is the clear winner. And that’s not a surprise. Its dominance in the industry was built on its experience in pioneering the e-signature technology. With hundreds of integrations, mobile apps, and branding support, we believe that DocuSign is a must-have for every REALTOR® — whatever your needs may be.
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