Compare the workflow, not just the headline price
| Option | What to evaluate |
|---|---|
| smpl.proposals | AI draft, review/edit, client link and e-signature on Free; exports and branding on Pro. |
| Bonsai | An integrated client/project workflow; compare included proposals, invoicing and scheduling in the relevant plan. |
| Proposify | Proposal-team controls; check content libraries, approval workflows and integrations by plan. |
| PandaDoc | Document workflows; check signing, templates, CRM connections and approvals by plan. |
Pricing and plan boundaries
Providers use different currencies, billing periods and seat or usage models. Compare the total for your actual users and required features using the official links below. A trial is different from an ongoing free tier.
When smpl.proposals fits
Use it when you want to draft, review and share a proposal without setting up a sales pipeline. Consider a dedicated team platform when approval governance, CRM automation or complex document operations are required.
Try a realistic example
The photography template shows scope, deliverables, editing rounds, usage and payment fields. Review a representative proposal in each tool before deciding; do not choose from a feature checklist alone.
Free and Pro
smpl.proposals: Free — Unlimited ongoing proposals, shareable client pages and e-signatures. A 10-generation rolling 24-hour abuse limit applies to all plans. Pro — $14.15 CAD/month or $141.50 CAD/year. Custom branding, exact client-open times, regeneration with feedback, and PDF/DOCX export. Each product has its own optional Pro plan. Stripe processing fees are separate where payments are collected.