How does Foyer compare to LeapFile?
Foyer, a LeapFile alternative, is a secure client portal that enables your business to share files, send messages, and sign files all in one place. All our plans include two-way file sharing, meaning you and your clients can both upload and download files. On top of this, Foyer's look is fully customizable, allowing you to use your own brand's colors and logos within your portal.
In this guide, we will compare Foyer as an alternative to LeapFile, and show you exactly how Foyer offers you more for less. We will compare pricing, features, and see how a typical workflow works with each service. Let's get started!
Feature comparison between Foyer and LeapFile
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Secure Client Portal | ||
In-Transit and At-Rest Encryption | ||
Custom Branding | ||
DocuSign Integration | ||
Real-Time Messenger | ||
Live Notifications | ||
Client Invitation Status | ||
Data Archiving | ||
Staff Roles (Role Based Access) | ||
Two-Way File Sharing For All Plans | ||
File Preview |
Foyer Workflow
With Foyer, you start by inviting a client to your organization, and then adding them to a Space. Spaces are where staff and clients can upload files, download files, chat with your business, and even sign files.
Your clients can then login through your custom login page and visit the Space to upload or download files. If a client has any issue or question, they can quickly send your business a message through our built-in live messenger. If you aren't logged in, you'll get email notifications if a message goes unread. You'll never miss a follow up with a client again.
If you need to collect file signatures from clients, all you do is click a button, place your signature fields, and your clients will be emailed to sign. We have integrations with DocuSign, the industry standard eSignature service, so that your signed file will be automatically updated directly into your Space.
LeapFile Workflow
LeapFile provides a link to share with clients where they can go to the business's portal and enter an email to login. There are several file upload boxes that clients can use to upload files. All client interaction is through dated web forms, and if a client has issues, there is no live chat feature to talk with a member of the business.
This workflow is not user friendly and can lead to errors that will require you to follow up with clients. For example, without a file preview feature it will be difficult for clients to verify the files that were uploaded. LeapFile has no solution for signing files which makes collecting signatures a hassle and may even cause security issues if files are not managed securely.
Foyer vs LeapFile Pricing
Foyer has simple pricing. You get all our features for any one of our plans. Our Standard plan has all our essential features for only $19/internal user/month. If you need a custom domain and email, you can use our Premium plan for only $39/internal user/month.
Price Information Collected March 2024
LeapFile has two pricing tiers (and a business tier that is quote only). It is not clear what their pricing is per user because Standard and Premium only allow for a single user and multi-user accounts require business tier. Assuming your business needs two-way file sharing, we based our estimate above from the Premium plan which is $20/user/month.
You can save $12 per year for each user by using Foyer
Foyer is a modern secure portal solution with powerful file sharing and collaboration features that is built to be interactive, secure, and cost effective. LeapFile is dated, non-interactive, and expensive. Why not get more for less? It is easy to get started with our simplified pricing plans. The Standard plan is just $19/internal user/month and has all of our features. Need a custom integration with your business? This is where our enterprise plan comes into play. Not sure? Try our 14 day free trial today.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the Best Alternative to LeapFile?
While there are many services out there to consider, we think the best LeapFile alternative is Foyer. That's because Foyer includes everything you will need from a client portal at a great price. You get all the features you'd expect from a LeapFile alternative like secure file sharing, secure messages, e-signatures, custom forms, and even a full website builder. All of that at just $19 per month per staff user.
How Do I Migrate Data Off of LeapFile?
It can be tricky to migrate your data off of LeapFile, but it is possible. Every case is a little different, because it depends which LeapFile features you've used. For that reason, we have personalized support for migrating your data off of LeapFile and on to Foyer. For help migrating, including setting up Foyer to be just like your LeapFile setup, contact our support team.
Is LeapFile Too Expensive?
Whether or not a service is too expensive ultimately depends on your budget, but when you compare LeapFile to similar services, like Foyer, you'll find that there are other services out there that provide similar features for less.
As a comparison, to get all of LeapFile's features you'll pay at least $240 per year (as of March 2024) while you can find a LeapFile alternative like Foyer, at $228 per year (per staff user).
To know if using a different service is right for you, make sure to write down a list of all the most important features your business needs. Then, only consider the options that are both in your budget, and have those essential features.
