Shlomi Lavi /
Jun 22, 2022
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Bottom Line: Which is Better - SmartFile or MerlinOne DAM?
SmartFile is more expensive to implement (TCO) than MerlinOne DAM, and SmartFile is rated higher (92/100) than MerlinOne DAM (83/100). MerlinOne DAM offers users more features (7) than SmartFile (0).
Looking for the right Document Management solution for your business? Buyers are primarily concerned about the real total cost of implementation (TCO), the full list of features, vendor reliability, user reviews, and the pros and cons. In this article we compare between the two software products:
SmartFile Vs. MerlinOne
SmartFile : Headquartered in Indianapolis, SmartFile is made up of a team of tech enthusiasts that are passionate about innovation and customer experience.
Two serial entrepreneurs, John Hurley and Ben Timby, founded SmartFile in 2009. Their idea was to create a simple web-based FTP product, and in the fall of that year, SmartFile was released for public co...
MerlinOne: Since 1988, MerlinOne has pioneered the use of digital images in newspaper publishing, recognizing early on the need for database-driven digital asset management systems in a deadline-driven industry. From news to corporate, universities to non-profits, and government agencies, our customers depend on their MerlinOne digital asset management system...
Who is more expensive? SmartFile or MerlinOne DAM?
The real total cost of ownership (TCO) of Document Management software includes the software license, subscription fees, software training, customizations, hardware (if needed), maintenance and support and other related services. When calculating the TCO, it's important to add all of these ”hidden costs” as well. We prepared a TCO (Total Cost) calculator for SmartFile and MerlinOne DAM.
SmartFile price starts at $10 per user/month , On a scale between 1 to 10 SmartFile is rated 6, which is similar to the average cost of Document Management software. MerlinOne DAM accurate pricing info is available upon request (they don't share it publicly), however , On a scale between 1 to 10 SmartFile is rated 6, which is similar to the average cost of Document Management software.
Bottom line: SmartFile is more expensive than MerlinOne DAM.
Which software includes more/better features?
We've compared SmartFile Vs. MerlinOne DAM based on some of the most important and required Document Management features.
SmartFile: We are still working to collect the list of features for SmartFile.
MerlinOne DAM: Customizable Fields, Version Control, Financial reporting, Data Analysis Tools, Fixed Asset Management.
Target customer size
The software is a viable solution for businesses of all sizes. and MerlinOne DAM's target customer size include: Small, medium and large size businesses.