WaiverDrop vs Smartwaiver

Unlimited waivers at a flat rate vs volume-capped plans with escalating prices.

Smartwaiver is one of the most established digital waiver platforms with 17,000+ organizations and 250 million waivers signed. They offer native kiosk apps, 33+ integrations, and SOC 2 compliance. But their monthly pricing starts at $25/month for just 100 waivers, scaling up to $250/month for 2,500 waivers (lower with annual billing). If you need a straightforward, affordable waiver solution without volume caps, WaiverDrop is a better fit.

Competitor pricing and features as of February 2026. Visit their websites for current information.

Feature comparison

FeatureWaiverDropSmartwaiver
Unlimited waivers
Yes (Pro plan)
No (100-2,500/month caps)
Per-waiver fees
None
None (but capped per plan)
Mobile-first signing
Yes
Yes
QR code sharing
Yes
Yes
Minor/guardian signing
Yes
Yes
ESIGN Act compliant
Yes
Yes
Native kiosk app
Web-based kiosk
iOS + Android apps
Offline mode
Coming soon
Yes
Industry templates
8 industries
14 industries
API / Webhooks
Webhooks (Pro)
Yes (API, all plans)
Setup time
5 minutes
10-15 minutes
Free plan
Yes (30 waivers/mo)
No (7-day trial only)
Photo capture
Yes (per template)
No
Safety video embedding
Yes (per template)
No
Webhook integrations
Yes (Pro)
No
URL pre-fill
Yes
No
Waiver expiration
Yes (Pro)
No
Auto-flag rules
Yes (Pro)
No
Duplicate detection
Yes
No

Pricing comparison

WaiverDropSmartwaiver
Entry price$0/month (Free plan)$25/month (100 waivers)
Mid-tier$15/month (unlimited)$65/month (300 waivers)
High volume$15/month (still unlimited)$175-$250/month (1,000-2,500)
Annual savings$120/year (33% off)~15% off annual billing

Why businesses choose WaiverDrop over Smartwaiver

Stop worrying about waiver limits

With Smartwaiver, exceeding your monthly cap means upgrading to the next tier. WaiverDrop Pro gives you unlimited waivers for a flat $15/month. Busy month? No extra charges.

Pay less for what you need

Smartwaiver's popular plan runs $100-$175/month for 1,000 waivers (depending on billing term). WaiverDrop Pro handles unlimited waivers for $15/month.

Get started in 5 minutes

Pick an industry template, add your business name, share your link. No demos, no sales calls, no multi-step onboarding.

A free plan that actually works

Smartwaiver only offers a 7-day trial. WaiverDrop's free plan gives you 30 waivers/month forever — enough for many small businesses.

Premium features at the base price

WaiverDrop Pro includes photo capture, safety video embedding, webhook integrations, auto-flag rules, and waiver expiration — features that Smartwaiver doesn't offer at any price. All for $15/month.

Frequently asked questions

Is WaiverDrop as legally binding as Smartwaiver?
Yes. Both platforms produce ESIGN Act compliant digital signatures. WaiverDrop captures the signer's full name, signature image, IP address, timestamp, and user agent — the same evidence trail as Smartwaiver.
Does WaiverDrop have a kiosk mode like Smartwaiver?
WaiverDrop supports web-based kiosk signing via QR codes — customers scan and sign on their own phone. Smartwaiver has dedicated iOS/Android kiosk apps with offline mode and driver's license scanning. If native kiosk apps are critical for your business, Smartwaiver has an advantage here.
Can I migrate my waivers from Smartwaiver?
WaiverDrop doesn't currently offer a direct import from Smartwaiver. You can recreate your waiver templates in WaiverDrop in about 5 minutes per template. Previously signed waivers remain accessible in your Smartwaiver account.
Does Smartwaiver offer a free plan?
No. Smartwaiver offers a 7-day free trial, then plans start at $25/month (billed monthly) for 100 waivers. WaiverDrop has a permanent free plan with 30 waivers/month.

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