Compare Filevine and SmartAdvocate 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (77.4% of reviews)
Small-Business (63.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Starting at $1,995.00
Filevine
Star Rating
(245)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (77.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about FilevineSmartAdvocate
Star Rating
(99)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (63.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $1,995.00
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Filevine excels in its Ease of Use with a score of 9.4, making it more intuitive for new users compared to SmartAdvocate's score of 8.7. Reviewers mention that the user-friendly interface allows for quicker onboarding and less training time.
- Reviewers mention that SmartAdvocate has a slight edge in Quality of Support with a score of 9.3, compared to Filevine's 9.1. Users on G2 appreciate the responsiveness and helpfulness of SmartAdvocate's support team, especially during critical times.
- G2 users highlight Filevine's superior Reporting capabilities, scoring 9.0 versus SmartAdvocate's 8.7. Reviewers say that Filevine's customizable reports allow for better insights into case management, which is crucial for small businesses.
- Users report that both platforms offer strong Document Management features, but Filevine's score of 9.3 slightly outperforms SmartAdvocate's 9.2. Reviewers mention that Filevine's centralized database and document storage options are particularly beneficial for legal teams managing multiple cases.
- Reviewers mention that SmartAdvocate shines in Product Direction with a score of 9.8, indicating a strong commitment to continuous improvement and feature updates, while Filevine's score is 9.6. Users appreciate the regular enhancements and new features that SmartAdvocate rolls out.
- Users on G2 report that Filevine's Mobility features, scoring 8.9, provide better access on-the-go compared to SmartAdvocate's 8.4. Reviewers say that the mobile app is particularly useful for attorneys who need to manage cases while away from the office.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Filevine
No pricing availableSmartAdvocate
Enterprise
Starting at $1,995.00
SmartAdvocate's installation on the client's server. Perpetual licenses with optional support and maintenance (software updates included).
- Server Version
Free Trial
Filevine
Free Trial is available
SmartAdvocate
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.3
215
9.3
71
Ease of Use
9.4
220
8.6
76
Ease of Setup
8.3
111
8.6
36
Ease of Admin
9.0
60
8.5
21
Quality of Support
9.1
205
9.3
74
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.1
58
9.4
22
Product Direction (% positive)
9.6
217
9.8
66
Features by Category
Platform Basics
8.9
178
8.7
48
9.3
182
9.0
52
9.1
164
8.9
42
8.8
174
8.3
41
Content Management
9.3
178
9.2
50
8.3
172
8.6
46
9.1
179
9.1
50
Platform Basics
8.9
9
Not enough data
8.7
9
Not enough data
7.9
8
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
9.6
9
Not enough data
Content Management
9.1
9
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
9.6
8
Not enough data
Time & Billing
5.0
7
Not enough data
5.3
6
Not enough data
5.3
6
Not enough data
Platform 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
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Case Management - Immigration
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
Practice Management - Immigration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Storage and Collaboration - Legal Document Management
8.9
42
Not enough data
9.4
42
Not enough data
9.2
42
Not enough data
9.3
42
Not enough data
Document Management - Legal Document Management
9.2
42
Not enough data
9.3
42
Not enough data
8.9
42
Not enough data
Analysis - Legal Document Management
8.4
42
Not enough data
8.2
42
Not enough data
Artificial Intelligence - Legal Document Management
7.1
40
Not enough data
Accessibility - Legal Document Management
8.7
42
Not enough data
Generative AI - AI Legal Assistant
8.2
14
Not enough data
7.8
13
Not enough data
LLM and NLP - AI Legal Assistant
8.1
14
Not enough data
Technology Benefit - AI Legal Assistant
8.2
14
Not enough data
8.2
14
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Consistency, Accuracy and Efficiency - AI Legal Assistant
8.1
14
Not enough data
Automation using Legal Tech - AI Legal Assistant
8.1
14
Not enough data
Compliance and Data Security - AI Legal Assistant
8.2
14
Not enough data
Ease of Use and Adaptability - AI Legal Assistant
8.0
14
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Filevine and SmartAdvocate are categorized as Legal Case Management
Unique Categories
Filevine is categorized as AI Legal Assistant, Legal Document Management, Immigration, Enterprise Legal Management (ELM), Legal Practice Management, and Legal Billing
SmartAdvocate has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Filevine
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
SmartAdvocate
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
Legal Services
55.6%
Law Practice
43.2%
Medical Practice
0.4%
Judiciary
0.4%
Automotive
0.4%
Other
0.0%
Legal Services
49.0%
Law Practice
49.0%
Marketing and Advertising
2.1%
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Other
0.0%
Most Helpful Reviews
Filevine
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Law Practice
I like the sections, the doc gens and reporting that we are able to do. Furthermore, I like the activity feed - it is nice to see what's happened in the project.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Christian S.
Verified User in Legal Services
Inability to mirror fields, report customization, and frequent slowness & outages have dampened our spirit with FV. Also, inability to add team by project type is a problem. Early documentation was ok, but newer documentation is lacking as is support. FV...
SmartAdvocate
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Legal Services
All information for the case is at your fingertips, but only if inputted in the system.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Law Practice
We have a chat system that automatically creates files for contacts regardless of if there is already a file in the system for them. We are unable to delete contacts so we have to manually find them and rename the duplicates as "unknown".
Verified User in Law Practice
I like the sections, the doc gens and reporting that we are able to do. Furthermore, I like the activity feed - it is nice to see what's happened in the project.
Verified User in Legal Services
All information for the case is at your fingertips, but only if inputted in the system.
Christian S.
Verified User in Legal Services
Inability to mirror fields, report customization, and frequent slowness & outages have dampened our spirit with FV. Also, inability to add team by project type is a problem. Early documentation was ok, but newer documentation is lacking as is support. FV...
Verified User in Law Practice
We have a chat system that automatically creates files for contacts regardless of if there is already a file in the system for them. We are unable to delete contacts so we have to manually find them and rename the duplicates as "unknown".
Discussions
Is Filevine cloud-based?
4 comments
LS
Yes, the system backs up to a google based cloud every few minutes.Read more
Does Filevine have an app?
2 comments
SJ
I have not came across the app. I have created a bookmark in chrome browser and created a shortcut in Mobile home screen. Read more
What is the best way to learn more about SmartAdvocate?
1 comment
Official Response from SmartAdvocate
This text is an invitation to contact for a free web demonstration of SmartAdvocate, with provided phone numbers and a website link for submitting information.Read more
will continued tips be given to users for the year 2021?
1 comment
MB
Hi Carla, yes! Our Tip of the Week will continue to be sent weekly, and our monthly webinars will be offered through 2021, as well.
Thank you!Read more
Are you going to have local or regional representatives available for hands-on instruction in the near future?
1 comment
AR
Yes, SmartAdvocate offers both onsite and remote training opportunities however, due to the current COVID situation SmartAdvocate has some travel...Read more
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