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# Compare M-Files vs UPDRAFT

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> Detailed comparison between M-Files and UPDRAFT. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | M-Files | UPDRAFT |
| **Overall rating** | 4.4/5 | 4.6/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 274 | 15 |
| **Starting Price** | - | ZAR 22.00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat | Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation |

## Best for

### M-Files

M-Files serves a variety of industries and business document management needs for mid-market to Enterprise global B2B companies.

### UPDRAFT

Leading corporates needing practical, intuitive drafting of core company contracts- however complex.  Industries where seamless compliance, business process, reporting and contract management is key.

## Key features

### M-Files

- Buy Side (Suppliers)
- Completion Tracking
- Compliance Tracking
- Configurable Workflow
- Contract Drafting
- Customisable Templates
- Digital Signature
- Document Generation
- Document Management
- Document Templates
- Electronic Signature
- Encryption
- File Conversion
- Full Text Search
- Pre-built Templates
- Q\&A Management
- Reminders
- Sell Side (Customers)
- Version Control
- Workflow Management

### UPDRAFT

- Buy Side (Suppliers)
- Completion Tracking
- Compliance Tracking
- Contract Drafting
- Digital Signature
- Document Generation
- Document Management
- Electronic Signature
- Full Text Search
- Pre-built Templates
- Sell Side (Customers)
- Version Control
- Workflow Management

## Links

- [View M-Files Profile](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/122215/m-files)
- [View UPDRAFT Profile](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/141754/updraft)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.nz/compare/122215/141754/m-files/vs/updraft)

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