Compare Progress ShareFile and SmartVault 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (40.1% of reviews)
Small-Business (80.6% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial 1 Trial License
No pricing available
Progress ShareFile
Star Rating
(1,530)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (40.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial 1 Trial License
Free Trial is available
Browse all 5 pricing plansSmartVault
Star Rating
(103)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (80.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about SmartVaultSummary
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 feature is particularly beneficial for organizations that prioritize document security and collaboration.
- Users say SmartVault stands out for its seamless integration with accounting software like QuickBooks and ProConnect, making it a preferred choice for tax professionals who need an efficient way to manage client documents and data.
- According to verified reviews, Progress ShareFile is praised for its user-friendly interface, which simplifies document organization and collaboration. Users highlight that it centralizes content management, ensuring easy access for all users regardless of their location or device.
- Reviewers mention that SmartVault is easy to set up and access via its web portal, which enhances user experience by allowing convenient document uploads and downloads. This ease of use has been well received by clients, particularly in tax-related services.
- G2 reviewers indicate that while Progress ShareFile has a higher overall satisfaction score, SmartVault's users rate its performance and reliability slightly better, suggesting that SmartVault may offer a more stable experience for specific workflows.
- Users highlight that Progress ShareFile's robust security features, including strong file sharing capabilities, make it a reliable choice for businesses that handle sensitive information, while SmartVault's focus on integration and ease of use makes it ideal for smaller firms looking for straightforward solutions.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Progress ShareFile
FREE TRIAL
Free Trial
1 Trial License
Try ShareFile Premium free for 30 days.
- All ShareFile PREMIUM Features Included in Trial
SmartVault
No pricing availableFree Trial
Progress ShareFile
Free Trial is available
SmartVault
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.7
1,269
8.8
56
Ease of Use
8.5
1,271
8.7
60
Ease of Setup
8.5
477
8.3
31
Ease of Admin
8.4
451
8.5
28
Quality of Support
8.2
1,046
8.4
61
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.5
432
8.5
27
Product Direction (% positive)
7.6
1,233
8.3
49
Features by Category
Signature Process
9.1
192
Not enough data
8.8
167
Not enough data
8.9
188
Not enough data
8.4
124
Not enough data
8.9
179
Not enough data
8.9
93
Not enough data
8.7
135
Not enough data
8.8
175
Not enough data
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
9.2
141
Not enough data
9.2
158
Not enough data
8.8
106
Not enough data
Platform
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
Not enough data
File Management
8.5
608
8.6
39
8.5
717
8.8
41
8.7
723
9.0
40
8.2
656
8.8
37
8.1
474
8.2
27
Agentic AI - Cloud Content Collaboration
6.2
7
Not enough data
5.6
6
Not enough data
6.0
7
Not enough data
Collaboration
8.6
620
8.3
37
9.0
755
8.7
40
7.9
527
7.3
29
8.2
550
7.7
28
Administration
8.6
517
8.4
34
8.6
497
8.3
34
8.5
456
8.8
27
8.8
502
9.1
27
8.5
430
8.8
26
9.1
538
9.3
39
Platform
8.6
271
8.8
20
8.3
220
8.5
16
8.3
201
8.7
15
8.2
158
8.8
11
Setup
8.2
24
Not enough data
8.9
22
Not enough data
8.0
23
Not enough data
8.4
25
Not enough data
Management
8.6
23
Not enough data
8.7
23
Not enough data
8.1
22
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.8
18
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Workflow Management
4.3
5
Not enough data
5.8
6
Not enough data
5.7
5
Not enough data
6.1
6
Not enough data
5.7
5
Not enough data
6.1
6
Not enough data
6.3
5
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
7.4
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
Platform Basics
9.7
10
Not enough data
8.5
8
Not enough data
9.2
10
Not enough data
Platform Content
9.5
10
Not enough data
Platform Data
9.1
9
Not enough data
Platform Performance
8.1
9
Not enough data
8.5
8
Not enough data
Content
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
Collaboration
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
Platform Basics
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
Not enough data
Content Planning
8.5
8
Not enough data
9.6
8
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Marketing Campaign Performance
8.5
8
Not enough data
7.9
8
Not enough data
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
8.5
8
Not enough data
9.2
8
Not enough data
Management
8.9
80
Not enough data
8.6
73
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
76
Not enough data
Functionality
8.8
78
Not enough data
8.1
59
Not enough data
8.6
74
Not enough data
8.1
67
Not enough data
Security
9.0
73
Not enough data
9.0
75
Not enough data
8.8
77
Not enough data
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
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
Not enough data
Workflow
7.9
12
Not enough data
8.5
12
Not enough data
8.9
12
Not enough data
8.9
11
Not enough data
9.2
11
Not enough data
Platform
8.8
11
Not enough data
8.7
14
Not enough data
9.1
13
Not enough data
8.9
12
Not enough data
9.1
11
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Progress ShareFile and SmartVault are categorized as Cloud Content Collaboration
Unique Categories
Progress ShareFile is categorized as Marketing Calendar, Workflow Management, Enterprise Content Management (ECM), E-Signature, Virtual Data Room (VDR), and File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
SmartVault is categorized as Document Management and Client Portal
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Progress ShareFile
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
SmartVault
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
Accounting
9.9%
Information Technology and Services
7.6%
Financial Services
6.8%
Hospital & Health Care
5.6%
Insurance
3.8%
Other
66.3%
Accounting
54.1%
Financial Services
7.1%
Information Technology and Services
5.1%
Marketing and Advertising
4.1%
Public Safety
2.0%
Other
27.6%
Discussions
Was there effective a way to connect Sharefile with Go-To Meeting or Google Hangout??
2 Comments
G2
My share file cannot link to Go-To-Meeting or Google Hangout and in my opinion, it is difficult to do so that it cannot be used, for now, hopefully, it can...Read more
How much does ShareFile cost?
2 Comments
Official Response from Progress ShareFile
ShareFile starts at $16/month , and offers a variety of plans for your business needs. Refer to www.sharefile.com/pricing for detailed information on...Read more
Is Smart Vault safe?
1 Comment
LP
Yes. Totally, I recommend it because my experience has been quite satisfactory.Read more
SmartVault has no more discussions with answers
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