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Icertis vs Ironclad

Let's compare these tools on features, pricing, reviews and market focus. Let's test the accuracy, security and compliance of their Legal AI too.

What is ֱ?

ֱ is a secure intelligent platform that streamlines contract drafting, reviewing, and editing with cutting-edge, AI-powered tools.

What is

Icertis

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✅ Founded by Samir Bodas and Monish Darda, Icertis has grown to become a leading CLM provider with unicorn status (valued at over $5 billion). Microsoft was an early customer and investor.

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What is

Ironclad

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✅ Founded by ex-Pixar engineer Jason Boehmig and ex-Google product designer Cai GoGwilt. Has raised over $333M in funding with a $3B+ valuation. Backed by investors like Accel, Sequoia, Y Combinator, and others.

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CORE CAPABILITIES
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AI and Machine Learning Capabilities

✅ AI-powered contract analysis, risk identification, obligation management, and clause recommendations; recently enhanced with generative AI capabilities through Icertis Copilot

✅ Ironclad AI for contract analysis, risk identification, and metadata extraction; recently enhanced with generative AI capabilities

Contract Drafting

❓ Template-based contract creation with clause libraries; AI assistance for drafting, but primarily focused on lifecycle management rather than AI-first drafting

❓ AI-assisted drafting capabilities through Ironclad Editor, but primarily focused on template-based drafting rather than AI-first generation

Contract Review

✅ Strong AI-driven contract analysis, risk scoring, and obligation extraction capabilities

✅ Strong AI-powered contract review capabilities that flag risks and extract key terms

Document Assembly

✅ Template-based document assembly with rules-based logic and approval workflows

✅ Template-based document assembly with workflow automation

AI Document Editing

❓ Basic AI-assisted editing capabilities, primarily focused on template management rather than free-form AI editing

✅ Ironclad Editor offers AI-assisted editing features and collaboration tools

Legal Research Integration

❌ No native legal research capabilities

❌ No built-in legal research capabilities

Negotiation Support

✅ Comprehensive negotiation tools including clause alternatives, risk highlighting, and approval workflows

✅ Redlining, version control, and approval workflow support for negotiations

Data Extraction and OCR

✅ Advanced OCR and data extraction for legacy contracts and third-party paper

✅ Advanced OCR and data extraction for legacy contracts and third-party paper

COLLABORATION & WORKFLOW
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Collaboration Tools

✅ Workflow-based collaboration with comments, version control, and approval tracking

✅ Real-time collaboration with commenting, redlining, and approval workflows

Workflow and Approval Management

✅ Sophisticated workflow automation with conditional logic, parallel approvals, and integration with enterprise systems

✅ Industry-leading workflow automation with customizable approval flows and routing

Contract Management

✅ Industry-leading contract repository, metadata tracking, and lifecycle management

✅ Comprehensive contract lifecycle management from creation to renewal

Reporting and Analytics

✅ Comprehensive analytics dashboard, custom reports, and business intelligence capabilities

✅ Robust analytics dashboard with customizable reports and insights

LIBRARIES & TEMPLATES
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Private Clause Library

✅ Robust private clause library with usage tracking and risk scoring

✅ Ability to create and maintain organization-specific clause libraries

Community Template Library

❌ No community template library

❌ No community template library

Private Template Library

✅ Extensive template management capabilities with version control and rules-based logic

✅ Comprehensive template management for creating and maintaining organization-specific templates

TECHNICAL ASPECTS
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Platform Type (Native vs Plugin)

✅ Offers both cloud-based and on-premises deployment

✅ Cloud-based ֱ hosted on AWS

Microsoft Word Compatibility

✅ Strong Microsoft Word integration with check-in/check-out capabilities and tracked changes

✅ Microsoft Word plugin and .docx import/export capabilities

Integration with Storage (Google Drive, Dropbox)

✅ Integration with SharePoint, Box, Google Drive, and enterprise document management systems

✅ Integrates with cloud storage ֱs including Google Drive, Dropbox, Box, and OneDrive

Integration with Other Tools

✅ Extensive integration capabilities with ERP, CRM, P2P, and other enterprise systems (SAP, Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.)

✅ 200+ integrations including Salesforce, DocuSign, SAP, Workday, and other business systems

Complex Legal Styling and Formatting

✅ Supports complex legal styling and formatting through Word integration

❓ Handles basic to intermediate formatting, but complex styling may require Word plugin

Security & compliance
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End-to-end Encryption

✅ Enterprise-grade security with end-to-end encryption

✅ Enterprise-grade security with encryption at rest and in transit

Security Certifications

✅ SOC 1 Type II, SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001, GDPR compliant

✅ SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001, and GDPR compliant

Data Sovereignty & Privacy

✅ Regional data centers with strong data residency controls

✅ Strong data privacy controls with options for regional data storage

Authentication Methods

✅ SSO, multi-factor authentication, and SAML integration

✅ SSO, MFA, and other enterprise authentication methods

Permissions & Access Control

✅ Granular role-based access controls at document, clause, and field levels

✅ Granular role-based permissions and access controls

Compliance Standards

✅ Compliant with GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, and industry-specific regulations

✅ Compliant with GDPR, CCPA, and other major privacy regulations

Customer Support Options

✅ 24/7 global support via phone, email, and customer portal

✅ Email, chat, and phone support with dedicated customer success managers for enterprise clients

Onboarding Process

❓ Comprehensive but typically requires 3-6 months for full enterprise implementation

❓ Structured implementation process that typically takes 4-8 weeks for enterprise deployments

Training & Resources

Pilot: ❓ Formal proof of concept projects requiring significant resource commitmentImplementation Timeline: ❓ 3-6 months typical implementation timeline for mid-sized enterprises

Pilot: ❓ Formal pilot process requiring significant planning and implementation timeImplementation Timeline: ❓ 4-8 weeks for standard implementation, longer for complex enterprise deployments

PRICING & ROI
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Pricing Model

❓ Enterprise pricing based on number of users, contracts under management, and modules implemented; typically starts at $100,000+ annually for mid-sized enterprises

❓ Subscription-based pricing with different tiers (Basic, Growth, Enterprise). Starting around $15,000 annually for smaller implementations, with enterprise deals ranging from $50,000 to $500,000+ annually

SALES PROCESS
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Implementation Timeline

Self-serve: ❌ No self-serve option; requires full implementation processSales: ❓ Typically 3-6 months from purchase to initial implementation, full value realized at 6-12 months

Self-serve: ❓ Limited self-serve options; primarily sales-led with demos requiredSales: ❓ Typically 1-3 months from purchase to full implementation for enterprise clients

USER FEEDBACK
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Common Complaints

❓ Complex implementation, steep learning curve, and high total cost of ownership

❓ Some users report steep learning curve, complex implementation, and high cost for smaller organizations

Case Study Metrics Available

✅ Average 70% faster contract turnaround, 30% lower legal costs, and 5-8% reduction in value leakage from contracts

✅ Average 80% faster contract cycle times, 25% more closed deals, and 60-70% time savings for legal teams

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