The short answer: SignWell is a simple, affordable eSignature tool with a small free tier (typically a few documents per month). OpenSign™ offers unlimited self-signing for free, is open source, and can be self-hosted — so it goes further at no cost.
Feature comparison
| Capability | OpenSign™ | SignWell |
|---|---|---|
| Free document limit | Unlimited self-signing | ~3 documents/month |
| Open source | Yes | No |
| Self-hosting | Yes | No |
| Templates | Yes | Yes (paid for more) |
| API | Yes | Yes (paid) |
| Audit trail | Yes | Yes |
Why teams pick OpenSign
- No monthly document cap on self-signing.
- Open-source code you can audit or self-host.
- Free API access for automation.
Why some pick SignWell
- They want a hosted-only tool with a polished, minimal UI and don't mind low limits.
Verdict
If the free tier matters, OpenSign is the stronger pick — unlimited signing and no lock-in. Explore the broader market in DocuSign alternatives.
Ready to try it? Create a free OpenSign account and start signing documents in minutes — no credit card required. Prefer to run it yourself? OpenSign is 100% open source on GitHub.