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.
The honest take
Align is impressive enterprise software for AmLaw 100 trial teams who need digital binders with iPad presentation. But it's not exhibit stamping software—and it costs 20x more. For stamping and numbering exhibits, ExhibitPrep is the right tool at the right price.
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 session. Align: ~$99+/month enterprise subscription. 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 | ||
| Handwritten notes | ||
| Real-time team sync | ||
| Full-text search | ||
| Starting price | $4.99/use | ~$99/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 uses enterprise pricing, typically $99+/month per user. 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.
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