Ironclad alternative for small business

Ironclad too enterprise and expensive? Contracko is a lighter AI contract repository for SMBs: storage, expiry reminders, and AI analysis without long implementations.

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What users say about Ironclad

Based on user reviews (G2, Capterra, and other platforms).

Strengths

  • Modern, consumer-grade User Interface (UI)
  • "DOCX-native" allows working directly in Word
  • Flexible Workflow Designer for automation

Weaknesses

  • Premium pricing puts it out of reach for SMBs
  • Reporting features can be rigid/limited
  • Mobile functionality for redlining is limited
Best for

Enterprise (Legal Teams)

Why choose Contracko over Ironclad?

Ironclad is widely praised for its modern UI and 'DOCX-native' approach, making it a favorite among legal teams who live in Word. However, this premium experience comes with a premium price tag, often starting at $60k+ annually, which excludes most small to mid-sized businesses. While implementation is faster than legacy tools, it still takes months. Users also note that while the desktop experience is excellent, mobile capabilities for complex redlining tasks are lacking, and reporting customization can be restrictive.

Feature comparison

See how Contracko and Ironclad compare across key contract management features.

Feature
Unlimited users
Add team members at no extra cost
Yes
No
Calendar integration
Sync dates with Google/Outlook Calendar
Yes
Limited
Price
Monthly cost
$11-125/mo
$5,000+/mo
AI contract analysis
Automatic extraction of key data
Included
Extra cost
Expiration reminders
Never miss a critical contract date
Automated
Yes
Implementation time
Time to get started
5 minutes
2+ months
Free trial
Trial without credit card
7 days
No
Contract repository
Centralized storage for all contracts
Unlimited
Yes
Contract creation & templates
Pre-signature features (use your existing tools)
No
Yes
E-signature integration
Built-in e-signatures (DocuSign, PandaDoc, etc.)
No
Yes

Feature info is gathered from Ironclad's website and third-party reviews. Details may change. Visit Ironclad's site for the most current information.

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Contracts tracked
100 contracts
Team size
5 seats
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Small Business plan
$42/mo
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Enterprise pricing (est.)
/ month
Save 59,496/year with Contracko

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