Simple Approvals vs ReviewStudio
ReviewStudio is a capable, affordable proofing tool. Simple Approvals trades some features for flat pricing and simplicity. Here is an honest, side-by-side look.
ReviewStudio and Simple Approvals are closely matched: both have a free plan with three active reviews, free guest reviewers, and the core comment-and-approve workflow. This is the most even of our comparisons.
The real differences are pricing model and depth. ReviewStudio charges per user, from $12 a month each, and adds features like side-by-side compare, an API, and automations on higher tiers. Simple Approvals is a flat $24 a month for up to three members and stays deliberately simple.
| Feature | Simple Approvals | ReviewStudio |
|---|---|---|
| Starting paid plan | $24/mo (up to 3) | $12/user/mo (annually) |
| Pricing model | Flat, up to 3 members | Per user |
| Free plan | Full app, 3 active reviews | 3 active reviews, 5 GB |
| Comments & annotations | ||
| Free guest reviewers (no account) | ||
| Version history & re-review | ||
| Side-by-side version compare | ||
| API & workflow automations | Advanced plan | |
| SSO | Enterprise |
Why teams choose Simple Approvals
Flat pricing, no per-seat math
Pro is $24 a month for up to three members. ReviewStudio is per user, so a three-person team runs roughly $36 to $45 a month. For a small team, flat is simpler and usually cheaper.
Simple on purpose
Submit, annotate, decide. No compare modes, automations, or API to set up. If you want the shortest path from upload to approval, that is the whole point.
The whole product, free to start
The free plan is the full app with three active reviews and unlimited one-off review links, so you can run real approvals before paying anything.
When ReviewStudio might be the better fit
ReviewStudio is a strong, affordable proofing tool and the closest match here. If you want side-by-side version compare, an API and workflow automations, or you are a single user where per-user pricing can land under $24, ReviewStudio is an excellent choice and we would happily point you to it.
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