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Compare PaperTrail and Progress ShareFile 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (47.2% of reviews)
Small-Business (39.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free Trial 1 Trial License
PaperTrail
Star Rating
(39)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (47.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Browse all 3 pricing plansProgress ShareFile
Star Rating
(1,471)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (39.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial 1 Trial License
Free Trial is available
Browse all 6 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Progress ShareFile excels in secure file sharing, with users appreciating its ability to control access and track activity effectively. This makes it a preferred choice for organizations that prioritize document security and collaboration.
- Users say that PaperTrail stands out for its ease of use and integration capabilities, particularly with tools like Slack. Reviewers highlight how quickly they can search through logs and find necessary documents, making it a practical option for teams needing efficient document management.
- According to verified reviews, Progress ShareFile offers a more comprehensive document management experience, with features that allow for centralized access and organization across devices. Users appreciate its scalability and robust security features, which are crucial for businesses handling sensitive information.
- Reviewers mention that while PaperTrail has advanced tools for document organization, some users found the initial implementation process to be somewhat complicated. This could be a consideration for teams looking for a smoother onboarding experience.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Progress ShareFile has a significantly higher number of reviews, indicating a broader user base and more reliable feedback. This suggests that users have had more opportunities to evaluate its performance in real-world scenarios.
- Users report that both products perform well in terms of device syncing and file sharing, but Progress ShareFile edges out with a higher rating in file sharing capabilities, making it a better fit for teams that frequently collaborate on shared documents.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
PaperTrail
No pricing availableProgress ShareFile
FREE TRIAL
Free Trial
1 Trial License
Try ShareFile Premium free for 30 days.
- All ShareFile PREMIUM Features Included in Trial
Free Trial
PaperTrail
No trial information availableProgress ShareFile
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.6
28
8.7
1,232
Ease of Use
8.8
28
8.5
1,233
Ease of Setup
8.9
11
8.5
458
Ease of Admin
8.6
6
8.5
439
Quality of Support
8.4
25
8.2
1,020
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
6
8.6
420
Product Direction (% positive)
8.3
28
7.6
1,199
Features by Category
Signature Process
Not enough data
9.2
191
Not enough data
8.8
166
Not enough data
8.9
186
Not enough data
8.4
123
Not enough data
8.9
178
Not enough data
8.9
92
Not enough data
8.7
134
Not enough data
8.8
175
Agentic AI - E-Signature
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security and Scalability
Not enough data
9.2
139
Not enough data
9.2
156
Not enough data
8.9
105
Platform
Not enough data
8.4
87
Not enough data
8.5
96
Not enough data
8.2
62
Not enough data
9.0
107
Not enough data
8.4
60
File Management
8.5
14
8.5
607
8.4
15
8.5
717
7.8
13
8.7
722
8.4
15
8.2
654
7.4
12
8.1
473
Agentic AI - Cloud Content Collaboration
Not enough data
6.1
6
Not enough data
5.6
6
Not enough data
6.1
6
Collaboration
8.1
14
8.6
618
8.5
14
9.0
752
7.9
12
7.9
528
8.7
13
8.2
547
Administration
8.7
14
8.6
517
8.5
13
8.6
494
8.5
12
8.5
455
7.7
15
8.8
501
7.9
13
8.5
428
8.9
14
9.0
535
Platform
8.2
11
8.6
271
8.7
10
8.3
220
8.2
10
8.3
201
8.3
9
8.2
158
Setup
Not enough data
8.2
22
Not enough data
8.9
22
Not enough data
8.0
22
Not enough data
8.6
23
Management
Not enough data
8.6
22
Not enough data
8.6
22
Not enough data
8.1
22
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.8
18
Agentic AI - Workflow Management
Not enough data
4.3
5
Not enough data
5.3
5
Not enough data
5.7
5
Not enough data
5.7
5
Not enough data
5.7
5
Not enough data
6.0
5
Not enough data
6.3
5
Communication
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Goal Creation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Objectives and Key Results (OKR)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Basics
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.2
8
Not enough data
8.5
8
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
8
Not enough data
9.6
8
Content Planning
Not enough data
8.5
8
Not enough data
9.6
8
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Marketing Campaign Performance
Not enough data
8.5
8
Not enough data
7.9
8
Agentic AI - Marketing Calendar
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Other Features
Not enough data
8.5
8
Not enough data
9.2
8
Management
Not enough data
8.9
79
Not enough data
8.6
73
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
76
Functionality
Not enough data
8.8
77
Not enough data
8.1
58
Not enough data
8.6
73
Not enough data
8.2
66
Security
Not enough data
9.0
72
Not enough data
9.0
74
Not enough data
8.8
76
Agentic AI - Enterprise Content Management (ECM)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
File Management
Not enough data
9.1
13
Not enough data
8.8
13
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
14
Not enough data
9.0
15
Not enough data
8.8
13
Not enough data
7.6
12
Not enough data
9.2
11
Not enough data
8.8
11
Not enough data
9.2
12
Not enough data
8.7
13
Not enough data
8.6
12
Workflow
Not enough data
8.1
13
Not enough data
8.5
12
Not enough data
8.9
12
Not enough data
8.9
11
Not enough data
9.2
11
Platform
Not enough data
8.8
11
Not enough data
9.0
13
Not enough data
9.0
12
Not enough data
8.9
12
Not enough data
9.1
11
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
PaperTrail and Progress ShareFile are categorized as Cloud Content Collaboration
Unique Categories
PaperTrail is categorized as Document Management
Progress ShareFile is categorized as File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Marketing Calendar, Objectives and Key Results (OKR), Workflow Management, Enterprise Content Management (ECM), and E-Signature
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
PaperTrail
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Progress ShareFile
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
38.9%
Computer Software
11.1%
Internet
8.3%
Computer & Network Security
5.6%
Wholesale
2.8%
Other
33.3%
Accounting
10.0%
Information Technology and Services
7.7%
Financial Services
6.6%
Hospital & Health Care
5.7%
Insurance
3.9%
Other
66.1%
Discussions
What is Papertrail used for?
1 Comment
Official Response from PaperTrail
Papertrail brings the ideal solution for the management of documents. We facilitate the easy formation of common business processes and policies by handling,...Read more
How Papertrail works?
1 Comment
Official Response from PaperTrail
Papertrail brings the ideal solution for the management of documents. We facilitate the easy formation of common business processes and policies by handling,...Read more
Is there a file size limit on uploading or sending files?
2 Comments
AH
Not to my knowledge. We've sent many many files of all sizes, and many of them very large, in the 100++++ MB's with no issues.Read more
How does ShareFile send large files through email?
2 Comments
AH
With microsoft outlook, you can add the ShareFile button to your e-mail. To send a file securely, attached the file, click the ShareFile button and it...Read more
Is ShareFile secure?
2 Comments
AH
Yes it is. You can share whole folders or select just one or more files to share with those not added to the folder.Read more
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