# Filestage vs Ziflow Comparison

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## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is the difference between Filestage vs Ziflow?

Filestage and Ziflow differ most clearly in reviewer-cited strengths, with Filestage favored for ease of use and Ziflow for asset management and automation.

| [Filestage](https://www.g2.com/products/filestage/reviews) | [Ziflow](https://www.g2.com/products/ziflow/reviews) |
| --- | --- |
| 4.6/5 (244 reviews) | 4.5/5 (941 reviews) |
| Small-Business | Small-Business |
| 8.9 | 8.6 |
| 9.1 | 9.1 |
| Ease of Use | Asset Management |



### How do the pricing models of Filestage and Ziflow compare?

Filestage and Ziflow are rated at parity for value, with both scoring 9.1 on Price/Cost satisfaction.

- **Filestage:** In recent reviews, buyers mention price increases and switching to alternatives for better value, but also note time-saving benefits and efficient collaboration.
- **Ziflow:** Reviewers describe Ziflow as having a higher price point than some competitors, but justify the cost with its robust feature set and automation capabilities.
- **Switching reasons:** Recent Filestage reviewers cite switching to other platforms due to price hikes and comparable functionality at lower cost.



### What are the best alternatives to Filestage and Ziflow?

The top 3 alternatives to Filestage and Ziflow are PageProof, Frame.io, and —.

| Product | G2 Rating (reviews) | Largest Segment | Pricing Insight | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Filestage](https://www.g2.com/products/filestage/reviews) | 4.6/5 (244 reviews) | Small-Business | Recent reviews mention price increases and switching for better value | Ease of Use |
| [Ziflow](https://www.g2.com/products/ziflow/reviews) | 4.5/5 (941 reviews) | Small-Business | Described as pricier but justified by automation and features | Asset Management |
| [PageProof](https://www.g2.com/products/pageproof/reviews) | 4.8/5 (388 reviews) | Small-Business | — | — |
| [Frame.io](https://www.g2.com/products/frame-io/reviews) | 4.5/5 (198 reviews) | Small-Business | — | — |



### Which Online Proofing features should I prioritize when comparing Filestage and Ziflow?

Buyers comparing Filestage and Ziflow should prioritize Ease of Use, Asset Management, Automation, Commenting Features, and Version Control.

- **Ease of Use:** Filestage (all-time mentions: 3), Ziflow (all-time mentions: 9)
- **Asset Management:** Filestage (—), Ziflow (all-time mentions: 5)
- **Automation:** Filestage (—), Ziflow (all-time mentions: 2)
- **Commenting Features:** Filestage (all-time mentions: 1), Ziflow (all-time mentions: 3)
- **Version Control:** Filestage (—), Ziflow (all-time mentions: 2)



### What are the pros and cons of Filestage vs Ziflow?

Filestage's headline strength is ease of use, while Ziflow stands out for asset management and automation.

- **Filestage strengths:** Ease of use (3 all-time mentions), communication ease (2), efficiency (2), intuitive interface, speed, time-saving, versatility.
- **Filestage trade-offs:** Learning curve (2), not intuitive (2), training required (2), approval process complexity, lack of guidance.
- **Ziflow strengths:** Ease of use (9), asset management (5), efficiency (4), commenting features (3), organization (3), automation (2), client interaction (2), communication ease (2), team collaboration (2), time-saving (2), version control (2), accuracy.
- **Ziflow trade-offs:** Limited options (4), commenting issues (3), limited access (2), limited usability (2), not intuitive (2), approval process complexity, overall complexity.



### Is Filestage or Ziflow better for small businesses?

Both Filestage and Ziflow are primarily used by small businesses, but Ziflow receives more frequent praise for its fit with small teams and ease of onboarding.

- **Filestage:** Largest segment is Small-Business; reviewers highlight intuitive workflows but note a learning curve for new users.
- **Ziflow:** Largest segment is Small-Business; reviewers consistently describe Ziflow as easy to onboard, user-friendly, and well-suited for small teams.



### Which Online Proofing platform has better integrations?

Ziflow is favored for integrations, with reviewers frequently citing Dropbox and Slack connectivity.

- **Filestage:** Recent reviews mention a desire for more integrations, including with monday.com, but do not cite specific third-party tools with high frequency.
- **Ziflow:** Dropbox (9 all-time mentions), Slack (7 all-time mentions), and monday.com are frequently cited as valuable integrations.



### How do Filestage and Ziflow compare on customer support?

Filestage and Ziflow are rated at parity for Quality of Support, both scoring 9.1.

- **Filestage:** Reviewers describe support as friendly and fast, with several citing positive experiences resolving issues, though a few mention dissatisfaction with customer policy and refund handling.
- **Ziflow:** Reviewers consistently praise Ziflow's support team for responsiveness and expertise, with many noting quick resolution of issues and high service standards.



### Which is easier to implement, Filestage or Ziflow?

Filestage and Ziflow score within 0.3 points on Ease of Setup, with Filestage at 8.9 and Ziflow at 8.6, indicating near parity.

- **Filestage:** Reviewers highlight intuitive setup and quick onboarding, though some mention a learning curve for new users and initial confusion with advanced features.
- **Ziflow:** Reviewers describe setup as straightforward and user-centered, with onboarding often completed in minutes, but note that advanced workflow customization can add complexity.



### Which product has better Workflows?

Ziflow is more frequently praised for its Workflows feature, with reviewers highlighting automated workflows and workflow templates as key differentiators.

- **Filestage:** Meets Requirements score: 9.1; reviewers mention structured approval processes but do not cite workflow automation as a standout feature.
- **Ziflow:** Meets Requirements score: 9.0; reviewers frequently cite automated workflows, workflow templates, and conditional rules as major strengths, with automation mentioned in 2 all-time reviews.



| | Filestage | Ziflow | 
|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.6 out of 5 | 4.5 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 245 | 942 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Small-Business (59.7% of reviews) | Small-Business (48.7% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | Free | Free | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### Filestage

Pros:
- Ease of Use (3 reviews)
- Communication Ease (2 reviews)

Cons:
- Learning Curve (2 reviews)
- Not Intuitive (2 reviews)

### Ziflow

Pros:
- Ease of Use (13 reviews)
- Asset Management (5 reviews)

Cons:
- Limited Options (4 reviews)
- Commenting Issues (3 reviews)

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | Filestage | Ziflow | 
|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 9.1 (197 reviews) | 9.0 (626 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 9.1 (200 reviews) | 8.9 (628 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 8.9 (90 reviews) | 8.6 (333 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 9.1 (89 reviews) | 8.8 (323 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 9.1 (178 reviews) | 9.1 (516 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 9.2 (88 reviews) | 9.2 (296 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 9.4 (191 reviews) | 8.8 (571 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### Filestage

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Free

Price: Free

Description: Simple proofing for individuals. Share files and gather clear, visual feedback without the back-and-forth of email.

Key Features:
- 1 active project
- 5 new files per month
- 2 reviewer groups

[Browse all 4 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/filestage/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

### Ziflow

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Free

Price: Free

Description: Foundational feedback tools for creatives and freelancers.

Key Features:
- Support for 1200+ file types
- Unlimited reviewers
- Unlimited reviews

[Browse all 4 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/ziflow/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Video CMS

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Filestage** | 8.5/10 | 76 |
| **Ziflow** | 8.6/10 | 61 |

#### Customization

| Feature | Filestage | Ziflow | 
|---|---|---|
| **Branding** | 8.5 (60 reviews) | 8.7 (35 reviews) | 
| **Customizable Thumbnails** | Feature Not Available | 8.0 (33 reviews) | 
| **Custom Metadata** | Feature Not Available | 8.1 (26 reviews) | 
| **Annotations** | 9.1 (62 reviews) | 9.0 (41 reviews) | 

#### Organization

| Feature | Filestage | Ziflow | 
|---|---|---|
| **Availability Scheduling** | Feature Not Available | 8.7 (34 reviews) | 
| **Workflows** | 8.8 (65 reviews) | 8.9 (51 reviews) | 
| **Playlists** | Feature Not Available | 8.1 (27 reviews) | 
| **Deep Search** | 8.1 (51 reviews) | 8.3 (29 reviews) | 
| **Analytics** | Feature Not Available | 7.8 (30 reviews) | 
| **Permissions** | 8.5 (60 reviews) | 9.2 (43 reviews) | 

#### Agentic AI - Video CMS

| Feature | Filestage | Ziflow | 
|---|---|---|
| **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Additional Functionality

| Feature | Filestage | Ziflow | 
|---|---|---|
| **Search/Filter** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Copilot** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Commenting/Notes** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Publishing Options** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting & Statistics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Library** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Classification** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drag & Drop** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Online Proofing

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Filestage** | 6.9/10 | 7 |
| **Ziflow** | 9.2/10 | 33 |

#### Proofing Features - Online Proofing

| Feature | Filestage | Ziflow | 
|---|---|---|
| **Smart Compare** | 7.5 (6 reviews) | 9.3 (22 reviews) | 
| **Image Recognition and Tagging** | 4.7 (5 reviews) | Feature Not Available | 
| **Gridlines and Rulers** | 3.3 (5 reviews) | 8.9 (16 reviews) | 
| **Tagging** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Platform - Online Proofing

| Feature | Filestage | Ziflow | 
|---|---|---|
| **Dashboard** | 7.7 (5 reviews) | 8.9 (22 reviews) | 
| **Integrations with Creative Tools** | 5.7 (5 reviews) | 9.0 (16 reviews) | 
| **Integrations with Project Management Tools** | 6.4 (6 reviews) | 8.9 (17 reviews) | 
| **Version Management** | 10.0 (7 reviews) | 9.7 (26 reviews) | 
| **Brand Compliance** | 7.0 (5 reviews) | 9.6 (16 reviews) | 
| **Template Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Collaboration Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Third-Party Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Task Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multiple Projects** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Deadline Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Calendar Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Workflow Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Workflow and Collaboration - Online Proofing

| Feature | Filestage | Ziflow | 
|---|---|---|
| **Workflow Templates** | 7.5 (6 reviews) | 9.3 (19 reviews) | 
| **Notifications** | 9.2 (6 reviews) | 9.2 (22 reviews) | 

#### Additional Functionality

| Feature | Filestage | Ziflow | 
|---|---|---|
| **Audit Trail** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Role-Based Permissions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Project Time Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Branding** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Updates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File Sharing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Fields** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **@mentions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **To-Do List** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Copilot** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Single Sign On** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Project Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Activity Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Import/Export** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Corporate/Business** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reminders** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Commenting/Notes** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Review** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Version Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Gantt/Timeline View** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Task Scheduling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Side-by-Side Comparison** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drag & Drop** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting & Statistics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Storage** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Search/Filter** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Task Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Approval Process Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Project Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **For Creative Agencies** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Annotations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Due Date Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **API** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Generative AI** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Status Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Access Controls/Permissions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Progress Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

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## Categories
**Shared Categories (2):** [Online Proofing Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/online-proofing), [Video CMS Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/video-cms)




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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | Filestage | Ziflow | 
|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 59.7% | 48.7% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 28.6% | 43.9% | 
| **Enterprise** | 11.8% | 7.5% | 

### By Industry

#### Filestage

- **Marketing and Advertising:** 31.1%
- **Animation:** 12.6%
- **Media Production:** 11.8%
- **E-Learning:** 5.5%
- **Computer Software:** 4.2%
- **Graphic Design:** 3.4%
- **Consumer Goods:** 2.5%
- **Higher Education:** 2.5%
- **Motion Pictures and Film:** 2.5%
- **Non-Profit Organization Management:** 1.7%
- **Other:** 22.3%

#### Ziflow

- **Marketing and Advertising:** 41.2%
- **Design:** 6.3%
- **Graphic Design:** 5.5%
- **Consumer Goods:** 4.5%
- **Pharmaceuticals:** 2.9%
- **Retail:** 2.6%
- **Financial Services:** 2.5%
- **Media Production:** 2.1%
- **Higher Education:** 2.0%
- **Computer Software:** 1.6%
- **Other:** 28.8%

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## Alternatives

### Alternatives to Filestage

- [PageProof](https://www.g2.com/products/pageproof/reviews) — 4.8/5 stars (389 reviews)
- [Frame.io](https://www.g2.com/products/frame-io/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (198 reviews)
- [OpenText Hightail](https://www.g2.com/products/opentext-opentext-hightail/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (685 reviews)
- [Wrike](https://www.g2.com/products/wrike/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (4538 reviews)
- [Hive](https://www.g2.com/products/hive-hive-hive/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (667 reviews)
- [Zight](https://www.g2.com/products/zight/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1234 reviews)
- [Wistia](https://www.g2.com/products/wistia/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1140 reviews)
- [Loom](https://www.g2.com/products/atlassian-loom/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (2415 reviews)
- [Fathom](https://www.g2.com/products/fathom-video/reviews) — 5.0/5 stars (7044 reviews)
- [Synthesia](https://www.g2.com/products/synthesia/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (2807 reviews)

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- [Frame.io](https://www.g2.com/products/frame-io/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (198 reviews)
- [Wrike](https://www.g2.com/products/wrike/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (4538 reviews)
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- [Hive](https://www.g2.com/products/hive-hive-hive/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (667 reviews)
- [Zight](https://www.g2.com/products/zight/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1234 reviews)
- [ReviewStudio](https://www.g2.com/products/reviewstudio/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (157 reviews)
- [Wistia](https://www.g2.com/products/wistia/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1140 reviews)
- [Loom](https://www.g2.com/products/atlassian-loom/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (2415 reviews)
- [Vidyard](https://www.g2.com/products/vidyard/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (832 reviews)

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## Top Discussions

### Filestage

- Title: [Can I save or download all the approved files in pdf format with comments of the reviewers for your future references.](https://www.g2.com/discussions/can-i-save-or-download-all-the-approved-files-in-pdf-format-with-comments-of-the-reviewers-for-your-future-references) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Hi Kasunika, thank you for reaching out.

Yes, from our Professional plans onwards, you can download a PDF review report from Filestage, to keep a record..."
- Title: [Is Filestage safe?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-filestage-safe) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "yes"
- Title: [How do you use Filestage?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-do-you-use-filestage) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "While quality check of videos"

### Ziflow

- Title: [Is there a way to Print the proofs that I am approving in Ziflow?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/43596-is-there-a-way-to-print-the-proofs-that-i-am-approving-in-ziflow) — 3 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Hi Matthew, thank you for your question!

There is an option to export comments to a PDF file for both static and rich media proofs. This will export all..."
- Title: [Please add a button to easily copy all the emails from the reviewers](https://www.g2.com/discussions/please-add-a-button-to-easily-copy-all-the-emails-from-the-reviewers) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Hi Lucia, when creating a new proof version, it should automatically copy all of the previous reviewers:..."
- Title: [I would like additional resources on how to use zibots.](https://www.g2.com/discussions/i-would-like-additional-resources-on-how-to-use-zibots) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Hey Alfonso, I'd encourage you to review the Ziflow help center for Zibots: https://help.ziflow.com/en/?q=zibot

If you still have specific questions,..."
- Title: [Has anyone connected Ziflow with Monday or Slack with Zapier?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/50441-has-anyone-connected-ziflow-with-monday-or-slack-with-zapier) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Hi April, 

Alex from Ziflow here, thank you for the question! We do have a number of integrations available including Monday, Zapier, and Slack. These..."
- Title: [What are the limitation on the acceptable file types? Is there a size limit to the files uploaded?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/40166-what-are-the-limitation-on-the-acceptable-file-types-is-there-a-size-limit-to-the-files-uploaded) — 1 comment, 2 upvotes
  > **Top comment:** "Hi Andre, thank you for posting!

Yes, you can review other file types using Ziflow. We support most file, image, video, and audio file types as well as..."

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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/filestage-vs-ziflow)