Stamp Exhibits Without Adobe Acrobat
Skip the $240/year Acrobat subscription. ExhibitPrep works standalone in your browser.
Try Free—No Acrobat NeededAdobe Acrobat Pro/year
Required for ExhibitPrep
- ExhibitPrep stamps exhibits entirely in a web browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Edge) with no Adobe Acrobat, plug-ins, or downloads required.
- Adobe Acrobat Pro costs $239.88/year, a cost that Acrobat-dependent exhibit tools add on top of their own license fees.
- E-Sticker is sold as a one-time license but requires Adobe Acrobat Pro ($239.88/year), so its true first-year cost is the license plus the subscription.
- Exhibit Master II costs $74.99 one-time but requires Adobe Acrobat, for a true first-year cost of $314.87 with Pro.
- ExhibitPrep includes 29 professional stamp templates covering plaintiff, defendant, deposition, government, and joint exhibits.
- ExhibitPrep's Trial Binder Mode numbers pages per exhibit (A1, A2, B1, B2) for combined trial binders.
- ExhibitPrep processes PDFs locally in the browser, so confidential documents never leave your device.
- ExhibitPrep single-document stamping starts at $4.99 with no annual subscription.
The Hidden Cost of "Cheap" Exhibit Tools
Most exhibit stamping software looks affordable—until you realize it requires Adobe Acrobat:
E-Sticker (one-time license)
Requires Adobe Acrobat Pro or Reader. True cost: the license plus an Acrobat Pro subscription ($239.88/year).
LegalExhibitStickers ($49.99)
Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader DC. True cost: the one-time license with free Reader, or that plus $239.88/year with Pro.
Exhibit Master II ($74.99 one-time)
Requires Adobe Acrobat. True first-year cost: $314.87 with Pro.
ExhibitPrep: Truly Standalone
ExhibitPrep is built from the ground up to work without any dependencies:
Acrobat Requirements Compared
| Software | Standalone | Acrobat Required | True Year 1 Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| ExhibitPrep | $4.99-$299 | ||
| Final Exhibits 2 | $95/year | ||
| E-Sticker | priced separately, plus Acrobat | ||
| LegalExhibitStickers | $49.99 + Acrobat | ||
| Exhibit Master II | $315+ |
*Year 1 costs include Acrobat Pro subscription where required ($240/year)
Everything You Need, No Acrobat
29 Professional Templates
Plaintiff, Defendant, Deposition, Government, and more
Batch Stamping
Stamp hundreds of documents in one click
Auto TOC Generation
Create table of contents automatically
Trial Binder Mode
Per-exhibit page numbering (A1, A2, B1, B2...)
PDF Combining
Merge multiple exhibits into one file
Slipsheet Generation
Auto-generate cover pages for each exhibit
Drag-Drop Positioning
Precise stamp placement on any page
Local Processing
Files never leave your device
See How It Works (No Acrobat)
Watch exhibit stamping that runs entirely in your browser.
Why Go Acrobat-Free?
Save $239.88/year
No Acrobat subscription means $240 back in your pocket every year.
Instant Access
No downloads, no installation. Open your browser and start stamping.
No Dependencies
Acrobat updates won't break your workflow. ExhibitPrep is always compatible.
The honest take
If you already pay for Adobe Acrobat Pro and use it for other tasks (document editing, OCR, form creation), then Acrobat-based plug-ins like E-Sticker can be a reasonable add-on. But if you're paying $240/year only to run exhibit stamping software, ExhibitPrep eliminates that unnecessary cost entirely.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I stamp exhibits without Adobe Acrobat?
Yes, ExhibitPrep is a standalone exhibit stamping tool that works entirely in your web browser. Unlike E-Sticker, LegalExhibitStickers, and Exhibit Master which require Adobe Acrobat ($240/year), ExhibitPrep needs no additional software.
What do I need to run ExhibitPrep?
ExhibitPrep requires only a modern web browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Edge). No downloads, no installations, no plug-ins. Simply visit exhibitprep.app/tool and start stamping immediately.
Why do most exhibit stamping tools require Acrobat?
E-Sticker, LegalExhibitStickers, and Exhibit Master are built as Adobe Acrobat plug-ins. They extend Acrobat's functionality but require a paid Acrobat subscription ($239.88/year for Acrobat Pro) to run. Browser-based tools like ExhibitPrep work independently.
How much does it cost to stamp exhibits without Acrobat?
With ExhibitPrep, you can stamp exhibits for as little as $4.99 per bundle (Single Use) or $14.99 for a Day Pass. Compare this to $239.88/year for Acrobat plus a separate license for the plug-in software on top.
Does ExhibitPrep have all the features of Acrobat plug-ins?
ExhibitPrep includes everything you need for exhibit stamping: 29 professional templates, batch stamping, automatic TOC generation, Trial Binder Mode, slipsheet creation, and PDF combining. Unlike Acrobat, it's purpose-built for legal exhibit preparation.
Can my entire law firm use this without Acrobat?
Yes. ExhibitPrep runs in any browser, so every team member can use it immediately without IT setup, license management, or software installation. No per-user Acrobat licenses required.
What happens if I already have Acrobat but want to switch?
You can try ExhibitPrep immediately with no commitment—preview is free. If you prefer it, simply cancel your Acrobat subscription at renewal. There's no contract or minimum with ExhibitPrep, so you only pay when you need it.
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