# Clio Pricing: A Comprehensive Guide | Capterra > Check out the Clio pricing guide to understand the cost of different pricing plans, features, and insights on how to choose the right plan. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/105428/Clio/pricing --- Clio Pricing Guide 2025 Last updated on June 11, 2025 Written by [Preksha Buttan](https://www.capterra.com/resources/author/pbuttan/) Writer Edited by [Caroline Rousseau](https://www.capterra.com/resources/author/caroline-rousseau/) Editor Pricing for Clio [4.7 (1691)](#reviews) User rating:[ 4.7 ](#reviews) Based on (1,691) reviews ## Overview of Clio pricing [Clio](https://www.capterra.com/p/105428/Clio/) is a leading law practice management software solution with built-in AI capabilities. Recognized as a top choice in our [2024 Capterra Shortlist for Law Practice Management software](https://www.capterra.com/law-practice-management-software/shortlist/), Clio is frequently utilized and praised by lawyers at every size and type of legal firm.  Key features of Clio that users like include robust client billing functions, billable time tracking, invoicing, payments, contact management, case management, and collaboration options.  Clio provides users with five pricing options for users to choose from. All versions offer cloud-based convenience, and there is a free trial to allow new users to explore the features and see which version is right for them. Beginning with their “EasyStart” option at $49 per user, per month, Clio’s additional subscription options include $59/user/month for “Clio Grow,” $89/user/month for “Essentials,” $129/user/month for “Advanced,” and $159/user/month for their comprehensive “Complete” software option. Additionally, there are discounts available at each of those levels if you choose to pay for your subscription annually rather than monthly. EasyStart $49.00 Per User,Per Month * * * It Includes - Online payment options - Time tracking and hourly billing - Calendar Management - Task Management - Email and e-signature integrations - Document Management Essentials $89.00 Per User,Per Month * * * It Includes - Collaboration tools - Automated scheduling and reminders - 250+ integrations - Collaboration - Text Messages - Custom Fields Advanced (Popular) $119.00 Per User,Per Month * * * It Includes - Case progress tracking - Full document search - Unlimited e-signatures - Live onboarding and priority support - Split Billing - Automated Workflows Expand $149.00 Per User,Per Month * * * It Includes - Appointment booking automation - Data collection with online intake forms - Google Ads - Productivity Reports - Task Progress The latest information on pricing is available on Clio.com. ## Cost breakdown Beginning at $39 per user, per month (when paid annually), Clio offers a wide range of subscription options to help both small and large law firms choose and use the features that they need without overpaying for additional capabilities. Each of the lower-priced tiers is also upgradable, allowing firms to scale their subscription along with their business growth. ### Starting price Clio’s “EasyStart” subscription is priced at $39 per user, per month and provides basic functionality to help new law firms or smaller organizations get started. Key features included in the base subscription are time and expense tracking, online payments, as well as case, calendar, and task management.  Their $79/user/month “Essentials” subscription includes all of the base features and adds numerous upgrades such as a secure client portal, document templates, and 250+ apps and integrations.  The $109/user/month “Advanced” option adds full-text document searching capabilities, unlimited e-signature options, finance and task management reports, advanced tasks, and more.  Finally, the $139/user/month “Complete” subscription opens up additional functions including online client intake forms, automated client emailing, a website builder, online appointment booking, and revenue reporting.  ### Billing options Outside of the free trial option, all plans for Clio offer the option of paying monthly or annually for your subscription. If you select the monthly subscription option, the price for each subscription is $10/user/month higher than the pricing listed above.  By choosing the annual billing option, larger firms with multiple users could see significant savings, since the pricing is per month and per user—e.g., if you have five users in your firm, you could save $50 per month by choosing the annual subscription model.  ### Feature differentiation  The different levels of features available at each subscription level are the most important differentiating factor for prospective users.  - **Time and expense tracking**: One of the key features that legal firms rely on, time tracking and expense tracking, are included in every version of the software.  - **Secure client portal**: Only available in plans from “Essentials” and up, the secure client portal option offers encrypted messaging and document sharing not available in the “EasyStart” plan.  - **Matter stages and advanced tasks**: Available in the “Advanced” and “Complete” subscriptions, these features allow users to provide more detail when reporting on tasks, use Kanban-style boards to track progress, and more.  - **Unlimited e-signatures**: Both the “Advanced” and “Complete” subscription levels allow law firms to collect e-signatures on documents of all types, with no monthly limit on the number of signatures or documents. In comparison, the “EasyStart” subscription only allows for three e-signatures per month, and 15 per month are allowed for the “Essentials” subscription level.  - **Online intake forms and appointment booking**: Only available in the “Complete” subscription option, these features streamline bookings, data entry, and other non-billable tasks while providing clients with added convenience. ## What users say about Clio pricing In general, users have found Clio to be reasonably priced for the features provided. Specifically, numerous reviewers have mentioned that the document management, billing, and client relationship management features have been beneficial for their work. However, there are a few users that feel the costs are somewhat high, especially for larger firms or in comparison to similar software solutions in the marketplace.  However, many reviewers find that Clio is a worthwhile expense when considering the time and cost savings offered. The added efficiency is seen as a big benefit of the software, even in light of the pricing concerns. There are, however, mixed opinions among reviewers when comparing Clio to other alternatives that may offer similar features and functions.  We have 553 reviews for specific insights on affordability and features, arriving at a consensus that Clio was considered “reasonably priced” according to many users.  Here are some of the things users mentioned about Clio pricing:[\[1\]](#footnotes) Missy R.Firm AdministratorLaw Practice2+ years It's worth the price for all the features and management you have at your fingertips, and given that it's cloud based, you can't find any other software with everything Clio has to offer. January 20, 2023 Daniel G. V.AttorneyLegal Services6-12 months For a reasonable price, Clio includes a number of useful features in one package: DocuSign capacity, billing, trust accounting, document creation, hourly billing tracking, and of course management of cases and case loads. January 23, 2024 Chris K.Managing AttorneyLaw Practice2+ years It's costly to have Clio, but it does save having an extra employee and saves from missing a deadline and having clients complain due to lack of communication, so to me it's worth the cost. October 24, 2024 Mary S.AttorneyLaw Practice6-12 months In my experience as an attorney using Clio, I've found that the cost can be a bit high for my liking especially since there are more legal practice management software available now to choose from, and there was a learning curve when I first started using the platform. January 23, 2024 ## Detailed breakdown of Clio pricing plans ### EasyStart **Priced at:** $39 per seat, per month when billed annually, $49 per seat, per month when billed monthly. **Ideal for:** Individual practitioners and small legal firms who are looking for basic functions and a way to streamline some of their work.  **Features**[**\[2\]**](#footnotes):  - **Case, calendar, and task management**: Cloud-based calendar, case, and task management help you access critical information from anywhere.  - **Time and expense tracking**: Manage billing and track billable hours and business expenses more easily and accurately.  - **Hourly, flat fee, and contingency billing**: Clio offers multiple billing options as well as branded invoices, adapting to the way that your business and your clients work.  - **Online payments**: Accept multiple payment types and options directly through the system, offering a convenient payment option for clients. _Clio calendar function for case, appointment, and task management (_[_Source_](https://www.capterra.com/p/105428/Clio/)_)_ ### Essentials **Priced at:** $79 per seat, per month when billed annually, $89 per seat, per month when billed monthly. **Ideal for:** Legal firms and sole practitioners who have additional needs or more extensive and varied client lists. This subscription provides some further features that make communicating and interacting with clients much more centralized.  **Features**[**\[2\]**](#footnotes):  - **Secure client portal**: Full encryption allows you to securely message and share documents with clients.  - **Text messaging**: Directly message clients via SMS for notifications, reminders about upcoming meetings and events, and more.  - **Document templates**: Save time by converting commonly used documents and forms into templates for quicker editing and sharing.  - **Court calendar rules**: Avoid missed deadlines and track key dates or timelines by setting rules and calculating calendar deadlines based on civil procedure rules. _Clio dashboard centralizes all functions and provides easy access to calendars, documents, and more (_[_Source_](https://www.capterra.com/p/105428/Clio/)_)_ ### Advanced **Priced at:** $119 per seat, per month when billed annually, $129 per seat, per month when billed monthly. **Ideal for:** Midsize firms and smaller legal practices that are experiencing and planning for significant growth, or firms that are looking to increase productivity and utilize business intelligence features.  **Features**[**\[2\]**](#footnotes):  - **Matter stages and advanced tasks**: Track progress of cases, gain more detail on tasks for reporting, and visualize matter progress.  - **Full-text document search**: More robust keyword searching makes finding documents easier by scanning title, metadata, and document/text contents. - **Unlimited e-signatures**: Send any and all necessary documents for electronic signature with no limits on the number of documents.  - **Financial and productivity reports**: Deep dive into data on customer funds, general revenue, accounts receivable, and more with robust reporting options. _Clio’s built-in invoicing, billing, and payment management (_[_Source_](https://www.capterra.com/p/105428/Clio/)_)_ ### Complete  **Priced at:** $149 per seat, per month when billed annually, $159 per seat, per month when billed monthly. **Ideal for:** Advanced practices and lawyers looking for the most features available to streamline operations. Additional integrations and built-in functions help save time and manage your business.  **Features**[**\[2\]**](#footnotes)**:**  - **Online client intake forms**: Streamline and speed up the onboarding process for new clients with integrated intake forms.  - **Online appointment booking**: Manage schedules and book appointments for new and existing clients online.  - **Automated client emails**: CRM features, including unlimited email templates, email scheduling, and automated reminders, make communications with clients easier.  - **Website builder**: Secure and professional-looking websites can be created in a matter of minutes, complete with feature and function integration. _Online client management, case management, and additional functions included in “Complete” subscription_ _(_[_Source_](https://www.capterra.com/p/105428/Clio/)_)_ ## Total cost of ownership ### Upfront costs/set-up fees There are no upfront costs or fees associated with using Clio aside from the annual or monthly billing (depending on the billing model you have chosen). The initial seven-day free trial allows you to use the software before paying, in order to explore the system and also to determine which level of subscription makes the most sense for your business needs.  ### Additional costs to consider Integrations and additional features can be added to certain subscription levels of Clio, but each of these features has an additional subscription cost associated with them.  For example, if you are using the “Essentials” or “Advanced” level of subscription, adding the “Clio Grow” functionality (Google’s Local Ad service, customizable intake forms, online appointment booking) costs an additional $69 per user, per month. However, these features are included in the next “Complete” subscription level.  Similarly, if your firm specializes in personal injury cases, there is a “Personal Injury” add-on with specific functions. Pricing for these features, including organizing medical records and expense tracking, is only available by contacting a Clio representative.  ## How to choose the right Clio pricing plan There are a number of factors that will come into play when deciding if a particular software package is right for your business. But there are some common steps and considerations that every business and user should keep in mind to help make the evaluation and selection process easier. _Key considerations while choosing the right Clio plan_ - **Assess your business needs:** Even in the same field, professionals and organizations will often have unique goals and business needs for the software they choose. This will require evaluating certain factors such as how many users you will need licenses for, your current and anticipated client volume, caseload, and so on. With subscription software such as Clio that charges a monthly subscription fee per user, the expense will obviously be higher for larger firms. However, that cost may be offset by the volume of cases and clients, billable hours, and so on. But business needs may also include functional and convenience factors, such as online scheduling and document storage. The boost to productivity and the time saved by implementing these features may be worth much more to some practices than the monthly costs. - **Compare features offered in each plan**: With four different plans available from Clio, choosing the right subscription level is an important step in the process. Carefully reviewing the features and functions provided by each subscription level, and comparing them against your business needs, will make it easier to hone in on the right monthly plan for your organization. Be sure to evaluate all of the add-on features offered by Clio as well, and the costs associated with each. If one or more of these features is critical to your operation, look at the cost of adding this to a particular plan versus upgrading to a plan that includes those options/features.  - **Consider your budget**: Cost is a key consideration, and finding a balance between monthly expenses and the needs of your staff can be a difficult needle to thread. For sole practitioners and small legal firms, Clio’s “EasyStart” subscription includes many basic functions that can be helpful. These include calendar and task management, time and expense tracking, and online payments. However, firms with a higher caseload or a significant number of clients may find the “Essentials” subscription to be more useful, due in part to the addition of secure client portals, document templates, and so on. ## How to maximize the value of your Clio subscription _Ways to maximize the value of your Clio subscription_ - **Utilize all features**: Paying for more than you need is a waste of critical budget. In addition to reviewing all of the features before you choose a subscription level of Clio, make sure that you are utilizing the software and features to their fullest potential once you implement it. This will ensure that you are getting all of the benefits that you are paying for. A law firm using the “Advanced” subscription level of Clio would want to make sure that they are utilizing everything from the calendar and online booking features included at lower levels to the full-text document search function, unlimited e-signature collection, financial reporting, and the other included features.  - **Customer support and resources**: Basic subscription levels “EasyStart” and “Essentials” have basic user support available, but there may be longer wait times than the priority support levels offered in the “Advanced” and ”Complete” subscriptions. At the higher subscription tiers, Clio provides live onboarding/training and priority support via phone, email, and live chat. All levels of Clio subscription receive customer support, and there is also a help center and a “Clio Academy” available through their website.  Additional tips for getting the most out of your plan:  - Engage with other Clio users locally or online to quickly learn about use cases, features, and helpful tips - Find Clio tutorials and support through YouTube and other social media sites - Join a Clio users group through LinkedIn or other communities  - Engage fully with the Clio onboarding process and explore resources on their website - Regularly get together with your team or staff to gather questions, concerns, or helpful advice - Solicit feedback from clients (if utilizing dashboard, online payment, and other features) ## Is it worth paying for Clio?  Deciding whether Clio is a worthwhile investment for your firm will depend on your needs (as discussed above) and your budget. Some of the points below will help you make your decision and understand the strengths and benefits you may experience once you implement Clio in your business.  ### Value for money Clio’s value-for-money rating on Capterra is currently at 4.41 out of 5 over the last two years. This high rating indicates that users find the features and benefits to be worth the investment, which is also highlighted by Clio’s inclusion in the [2024 Capterra Shortlist for Law Practice Management software](https://www.capterra.com/law-practice-management-software/shortlist/).  Here are just a few of the recent user reviews that speak to the value proposition of Clio and its value for money:  Geoffrey L.Managing PartnerLaw Practice2+ years Clio is intuitive and provides excellent document management, client relationship management, timekeeping and billing all in one platform for a reasonable price with no long term commitments. October 24, 2024 Josue C.Founding PartnerLaw Practice1-2 years The fact that they continuously update, make changes, and add features that we either wanted or didn't know we wanted until now, especially for such a low monthly price. October 24, 2024 Daniel G. V.AttorneyLegal Services6-12 months For a reasonable price, Clio includes a number of useful features in one package: DocuSign capacity, billing, trust accounting, document creation, hourly billing tracking, and of course management of cases and case loads. January 23, 2024 Heather P.Office ManagerLaw Practice2+ years It is absolutely worth the money. March 16, 2024 [Read more Clio reviews here](https://www.capterra.com/p/105428/Clio/reviews/). ### Included features  Clio offers a fairly robust list of features in the low-level subscription, EasyStart. These features are included in every level of the program, and provide a solid foundation for lawyers and small legal firms to add convenience and enhanced productivity to their work week. Those features include essentials such as case management, task management, multiple billing and invoicing options, unlimited document storage, and the ability to accept and process online payments. Users find these to be some of the most helpful, and they appreciate the fact that they are all included in one software solution. Because of this, sole practitioners and small law firms do not have to pull together multiple solutions from multiple vendors, creating additional pain points and friction in their day-to-day processes.  ### Customer support options  Users have found Clio’s customer support to be very helpful at every level of subscription. Basic support offered at the “EasyStart” and “Essentials” levels are bolstered by the written resources on the Clio website, the training options available, and the community of users on social media sites and on Clio’s own website. The Clio Academy is available to all users, as are the onboarding courses, which provide robust information and can be convenient refreshers for existing users as well. There are also in-depth guides on specific topics available through the Resources and Events pages on the Clio website. “Advanced” and “Complete” subscribers will benefit from priority support via phone, email, and live chat. ## Is Clio right for you? ### Assessing your requirements Deciding whether or not Clio is the right solution for your firm involves assessing your requirements and comparing them to what Clio offers. Here are some key factors to consider: - **Team size or number of users**: With the monthly, per-user subscription model, looking at the true number of users you will have is a key to accurately predicting the expense for Clio each month.  - **Client volume and caseload**: If you are struggling to manage a high volume of clients or cases currently, the convenience of a solution such as Clio may be a welcome and worthwhile addition to your firm, and the expense may be offset by the benefits.  - **Software this may be replacing**: If your firm is currently juggling multiple systems and/or subscriptions that can be centralized and replaced by Clio’s features, be sure to weigh this factor when assessing the cost. - **Necessary features**: Similarly, if Clio is providing features that you do not currently have but which would make your work easier, consider the variety of subscription levels to ensure that you are getting exactly what you need. ### Alternatives to Clio Overall, Clio is a highly rated and recommended option for law practice management software. With an overall rating of 4.7 out of 5, and a value-for-money rating of 4.41 out of five in the last two years alone, Clio is regarded as a worthwhile option by many users. They highlight its ease of use, features, and customer service in many reviews, and have a generally favorable view of the software overall.  However, there are alternatives which are also highly regarded. For example, MyCase is also well reviewed by users, and offers three subscription levels ranging from $49 per user, per month to $109 per user, per month for the Advanced level. PracticePanther is another option, ranging from $49 per user, per month at the base level to $89 per user, per month.  - [**MyCase**](https://www.capterra.com/p/115613/MyCase/): Beginning at $49 per user, per month (billed annually), users highlight the effective client portal as one of the top features that impacted their review.  - [**PracticePanther**](https://www.capterra.com/p/140231/PracticePanther-Legal-Software/): With client billing being mentioned in a significant number of reviews, PracticePanther is another top Clio alternative that ranges from $49 to $89 per user, per month (billed annually).  - [**CASEpeer**](https://www.capterra.com/p/156217/CASEpeer/): CASEpeer’s overall rating of 4.8 is based in part on users who find their client management and file management features to be highly useful. CASEpeer ranges from $79 to $139 per user, per month depending on subscription level (billed annually). - [**Soluno**](https://www.capterra.com/p/187835/Soluno/): Soluno is another Clio alternative that users find to be very useful. Reviewers have highlighted the billing management and legal accounting features as being particularly helpful, and have given it an overall rating of 4.5. Soluno pricing begins at $89 per user, per month.  - [**Litify**](https://www.capterra.com/p/160393/Litify/): Litify ELM has received a 4.5 rating, with the features and customer service being ranked highly by users. Litify is built on Salesforce, and pricing begins at $150 per user, per month. ### Cost comparison: Clio vs. popular alternatives [4.7 (1691)](https://www.capterra.com/p/105428/Clio/#reviews) * * * Starting Price $49.00 Per User , Per Month * * * [4.6 (784)](https://www.capterra.com/p/115613/MyCase/#reviews) * * * Starting Price $49.00 Per User , Per Month * * * [4.7 (522)](https://www.capterra.com/p/140231/PracticePanther-Legal-Software/#reviews) * * * Starting Price $59.00 Per User , Per Month * * * [4.5 (104)](https://www.capterra.com/p/187835/Soluno/#reviews) * * * Starting Price $99.00 Per User , Per Month * * * ### Making the final decision Ultimately, many users consider Clio to be a robust, capable, and helpful software suite for managing their legal practices. The pricing, ranging from $39 per user, per month (when billed annually) to $139 per user, per month is regarded as a good value for the money, especially considering the functions and features that are included at each subscription level.  Those features include key items such as case and task management, time tracking, online payments, and invoicing/billing, all included in every subscription level. From there, additional features and functions such as a secure client portal, templated documents, full-text document searching, financial reporting, online intake forms, automated client emails and workflows, and others provide increasing value.  If you are interested in evaluating Clio for your law firm’s needs, there is a seven-day free trial offered to help you see the software in action. You can also read more [reviews from actual users here on Capterra](https://www.capterra.com/p/105428/Clio/reviews/) to get a sense of the different benefits and use cases. Finally, there are a number of Clio tutorials and demos available on the company’s website. ## FAQs What does Clio Accounting cost? Clio Accounting is an add-on available for Clio users, but pricing varies. Clio recommends contacting a sales representative to get precise pricing information based on your needs. What are Clio entry fees? Clio pricing begins at $39 per user, per month, when you choose the annual billing option. If you choose the monthly option, the basic “EasyStart” software is $49 per user, per month. However, there is a seven-day free trial available, during which interested users can try out the software and explore the options available for their firm. What firms use Clio? Clio is utilized by a wide range of law firms and law practitioners in personal injury law, real estate law, family law, criminal law, civil law, and many other areas. What is the best software for law firms? Clio is one of the most highly rated legal software solutions, receiving an overall score of 4.7 out of 5. Users find it to be easy to use, it offers robust features, and provides helpful customer service. Alternatives to Clio include MyCase, PracticePanther Legal Software, CASEpeer, Soluno, and Litify. Is Clio hard to use? Clio receives an overall ease-of-use rating of 4.6 out of 5, making it one of the highest-rated legal software for new and existing users. Reviewers have found the dashboard, tutorial videos, and customer support to be helpful as well. **Sources** 1. Review excerpts are passages extracted from longer reviews written by verified reviewers. We obtain these excerpts by applying an algorithm that considers factors including, but not limited to, length, topic coverage, and thematic relevance. Excerpts are evaluated for positive or negative sentiment and receive a sentiment score. Excerpts represent user opinion and do not represent the views of, nor constitute, an endorsement by Capterra or its affiliates. Excerpts are not edited for clarity or grammar. 2. Our research team identified these features from vendor websites on January 24, 2025 based on their analysis of what users find valuable or expect from legal practice management software. This list is not exhaustive. For additional features, refer to the vendor’s website. [Preksha Buttan](https://www.capterra.com/resources/author/pbuttan/) Writer Experience I am a writer at Capterra, where I've been providing expert insights to help small businesses find the right software solutions since January 2022. I analyze user review data for top-rated products across various software categories—including project management, finance, technology, and healthcare—to ensure businesses make informed decisions in an ever-evolving tech landscape. 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Related reading Table of Contents - [Overview of Clio pricing](#overview-of-clio-pricing) - [Cost breakdown](#cost-breakdown) - [What users say about Clio pricing](#what-users-say-about-clio-pricing) - [Detailed breakdown of Clio pricing plans](#detailed-breakdown-of-clio-pricing-plans) - [Total cost of ownership](#total-cost-of-ownership) - [How to choose the right Clio pricing plan](#how-to-choose-the-right-clio-pricing-plan) - [How to maximize the value of your Clio subscription](#how-to-maximize-the-value-of-your-clio-subscription) - [Is it worth paying for Clio?](#is-it-worth-paying-for-clio) - [Is Clio right for you?](#is-clio-right-for-you) - [FAQs](#faqs)