Digital Trial Binder Without the Enterprise Price
Align is powerful enterprise software for AmLaw 100 trial teams. ExhibitPrep stamps and numbers exhibits with Trial Binder Mode for $4.99—no iPad required, no enterprise contract.
- Align does not stamp exhibits; it organizes already-prepared documents into digital trial binders with tabs, notes, and highlights.
- Align Cloud starts at $125/month on annual billing (more month-to-month); ExhibitPrep costs $4.99 per use or $14.99 for unlimited 24-hour access.
- Align is designed primarily for iPad; ExhibitPrep runs in any modern web browser with no installation.
- ExhibitPrep processes exhibit files locally in the browser; Align requires uploading documents to its cloud.
- ExhibitPrep's Trial Binder Mode applies per-exhibit page numbering (A1, A2, B1, B2) and generates an automatic table of contents in combined PDFs.
- Align targets AmLaw 100 trial teams that need real-time binder sync across devices; ExhibitPrep is pay-per-use with no contract.
- Stamping exhibits in ExhibitPrep before uploading to Align gives trial teams both court-ready stamps and digital binder presentation.
The honest take
Align was built by a former Williams & Connolly litigation partner specifically to solve the "where's that exhibit" problem trial teams know from paper binders — and offline iPad sync plus SOC 2 Type II certification suggest they took that seriously. It also isn't just an AmLaw 100 tool; Align markets directly to solo and small firms too, with a published Align Cloud plan. None of that includes stamping or numbering exhibits, though — Align organizes and presents documents you've already prepared. Stamp with ExhibitPrep for $4.99, then load the finished set into Align if you want the digital-binder workflow.
Key Differences at a Glance
Works on Any Device
ExhibitPrep works in any browser—Mac, Windows, iPad, Chromebook. Align is iPad-focused with laptop support.
Pay-Per-Use Pricing
ExhibitPrep: $4.99 per bundle. Align: subscription from $125/month. ExhibitPrep costs 95%+ less.
Exhibit Stamping Focus
ExhibitPrep stamps and numbers exhibits with batch processing. Align is for organizing and presenting, not stamping.
Automatic TOC Generation
ExhibitPrep automatically generates a clickable table of contents when combining exhibits into a single PDF.
Digital Binder Features
Align offers digital tabs, handwritten notes, and real-time team sync. ExhibitPrep focuses on exhibit preparation.
Files Stay Local
ExhibitPrep processes files in your browser—they never leave your device. Align requires cloud upload for team sync.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | ExhibitPrep | Align |
|---|---|---|
| Batch exhibit stampingKey Feature | ||
| Automatic exhibit numberingKey Feature | ||
| Works on any deviceKey Feature | iPad-focused | |
| Pay-per-use pricingKey Feature | ||
| Files stay on device | ||
| Combined PDF output | ||
| Digital binder tabs & handwriting | ||
| Offline iPad sync | ||
| Real-time team sync | ||
| SOC 2 Type II certified | ||
| Starting price | $4.99/use | from $125/mo |
See ExhibitPrep's Trial Binder Mode
Watch how ExhibitPrep creates trial-ready exhibits with alphabetic labels (A, B, C) and per-exhibit page numbering (A1, A2, B1, B2).
When to Use Each Tool
Use ExhibitPrep when...
- You just need to stamp exhibits
- You want pay-per-use pricing
- You need simple exhibit preparation for filing
- You don't use iPad for trial presentation
- You're a solo or small firm
Use Align when...
- You're preparing for major trials with large exhibit sets
- Your team needs real-time collaboration on binders
- You present directly from iPad in court
- You want digital replication of paper binder workflow
- Your firm has enterprise software budget
Complementary Workflow
For major trials, you might use both tools:
ExhibitPrep for preparation:
- Stamp and number all exhibits
- Generate combined PDF with TOC
- Apply Trial Binder formatting (A1, A2, B1)
Align for presentation:
- Upload stamped exhibits to Align
- Add digital tabs, notes, highlights
- Present from iPad in court
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Align stamp exhibits?
No, Align is a digital trial binder for organizing and presenting exhibits—not stamping them. You would stamp exhibits using ExhibitPrep first, then upload the stamped PDFs to Align for trial presentation.
Do I need an iPad to use Align?
Align is designed primarily for iPad with laptop support. ExhibitPrep works equally well on any device with a web browser—no iPad required.
How does Align pricing compare?
Align Cloud starts at $125/month on annual billing ($1500/year), more month-to-month, with enterprise pricing for midsize and large firms. ExhibitPrep costs $4.99 per use or $14.99 for unlimited 24-hour access. For exhibit stamping alone, ExhibitPrep is 95%+ more affordable.
When would I use both Align and ExhibitPrep?
Use ExhibitPrep to stamp, number, and combine your exhibits with a TOC. Then upload the stamped exhibits to Align for trial presentation with digital tabs, notes, and team collaboration. They solve different problems.
Ready to stamp your exhibits?
Prepare trial-ready exhibits for just $4.99—no iPad required, no enterprise contract needed.
Try ExhibitPrep Now