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Compare Smokeball and Tabs3 Software 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (99.4% of reviews)
Small-Business (87.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$49.00 1 User Per Month
Starting at $40.00 1 User Per Month
Smokeball
Star Rating
(335)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (99.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$49.00 1 User Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansTabs3 Software
Star Rating
(79)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (87.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $40.00 1 User Per Month
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Tabs3 Software excels in its time tracking capabilities, with a score of 9.4, while Smokeball follows closely with a score of 9.2. Reviewers mention that Tabs3's time tracking is intuitive and integrates seamlessly with billing processes.
- Reviewers mention that Smokeball shines in document management, achieving a high score of 9.4 compared to Tabs3's 7.9. Users on G2 highlight Smokeball's robust features for document versioning and centralized database management, making it easier to track changes and collaborate.
- G2 users report that the quality of support for Smokeball is outstanding, with a score of 9.6, significantly higher than Tabs3's 8.8. Reviewers say that Smokeball's customer service is responsive and helpful, which enhances the overall user experience.
- Users say that Tabs3 Software offers a more affordable entry-level price starting at $40.00, compared to Smokeball's $89.00. This pricing difference is noted by small businesses looking for budget-friendly options without sacrificing essential features.
- Reviewers mention that Smokeball provides superior cloud functionality, scoring 8.8 against Tabs3's 7.5. Users report that Smokeball's cloud features allow for better mobility and access to documents from anywhere, which is crucial for modern legal practices.
- Users on G2 highlight that Tabs3 Software has a strong reporting feature with a score of 9.1, while Smokeball's reporting is rated lower at 8.5. Reviewers say that Tabs3's reporting tools are comprehensive and customizable, making it easier for firms to analyze their performance and make informed decisions.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Smokeball
Smokeball Bill
$49.00
1 User Per Month
Bill clients and get paid faster
- Invoicing
- Time & Expense Tracking
- Online Payments
Tabs3 Software
Tabs3 Billing OnSite Subscription
Starting at $40.00
1 User Per Month
Tabs3 Billing is part of Tabs3 Software's integrated suite of legal practice management products.
- Track your time easily
- Bill exactly the way you want to and get bills out fast
- Generate reports to stay on top of your business
Free Trial
Smokeball
Free Trial is available
Tabs3 Software
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.1
267
8.6
60
Ease of Use
9.2
275
8.5
61
Ease of Setup
8.7
123
8.8
29
Ease of Admin
8.9
68
9.1
29
Quality of Support
9.6
269
8.9
57
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.4
68
9.3
29
Product Direction (% positive)
9.5
256
7.9
62
Features by Category
Platform Additional Functionality
9.1
129
Not enough data
8.7
122
Not enough data
8.3
120
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.9
52
Not enough data
6.9
52
Not enough data
Platform Content
8.8
129
Not enough data
9.0
132
Not enough data
8.7
126
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Legal Document Drafting
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Basics
8.6
112
Not enough data
8.1
106
Not enough data
7.7
93
Not enough data
Platform Basics
8.4
142
9.2
12
9.0
151
9.6
12
8.8
140
8.1
7
8.6
141
7.7
8
Content Management
9.3
152
8.0
9
8.7
145
9.3
10
8.8
146
9.2
10
Agentic AI - Legal Case Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Basics
8.4
118
9.1
18
9.0
127
9.3
18
8.9
119
8.1
12
8.6
125
8.6
14
9.0
125
8.9
19
Content Management
9.4
128
8.1
18
8.7
120
8.9
17
8.8
118
8.5
18
Time & Billing
9.1
122
9.4
18
8.4
111
9.3
19
8.7
114
9.3
19
Agentic AI - Legal Practice Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Storage and Collaboration - Legal Document Management
8.6
49
Not enough data
8.7
49
Not enough data
8.3
49
Not enough data
9.1
48
Not enough data
Document Management - Legal Document Management
9.0
47
Not enough data
8.8
46
Not enough data
8.6
47
Not enough data
Analysis - Legal Document Management
7.9
46
Not enough data
7.7
46
Not enough data
Artificial Intelligence - Legal Document Management
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Accessibility - Legal Document Management
8.5
47
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Legal Document Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Legal Billing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Smokeball and Tabs3 Software are categorized as Legal Practice Management, Legal Billing, and Legal Case Management
Unique Categories
Smokeball is categorized as Legal Document Drafting and Legal Document Management
Tabs3 Software has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Smokeball
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Tabs3 Software
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Law Practice
53.3%
Legal Services
43.6%
Real Estate
1.8%
Accounting
0.6%
Legislative Office
0.3%
Other
0.3%
Legal Services
45.6%
Law Practice
41.8%
Accounting
7.6%
Insurance
1.3%
Hospital & Health Care
1.3%
Other
2.5%
Most Helpful Reviews
Smokeball
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Michael B.
Verified User in Legal Services
I've used Smokeball as a solo practitioner for several years. I couldn't keep my practice running efficiently without it. Support is incredibly responsive, and they're constantly evolving to make the product better. The product has improved more and more to...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Legal Services
The reporting features are not robust enough for our needs. They also have little to no CRM functionality and do not integrate with many other software providers. It is also cumbersome to replicate client matters and locate files for one client who has...
Tabs3 Software
Most Helpful Favorable Review
SEBASTIAN C.
Verified User in Accounting
The A/P module is very easy to use in our line of business (Law firm). The A/P reports can easily be ran, analyzed. The Trust Account Module is pretty straight forward and accurate. Easy to run reports. G/L and Tabs are very easy to use as well. If you are...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Pamela B.
Verified User in Legal Services
Limited access to some areas and limited training.
Michael B.
Verified User in Legal Services
I've used Smokeball as a solo practitioner for several years. I couldn't keep my practice running efficiently without it. Support is incredibly responsive, and they're constantly evolving to make the product better. The product has improved more and more to...
SEBASTIAN C.
Verified User in Accounting
The A/P module is very easy to use in our line of business (Law firm). The A/P reports can easily be ran, analyzed. The Trust Account Module is pretty straight forward and accurate. Easy to run reports. G/L and Tabs are very easy to use as well. If you are...
Verified User in Legal Services
The reporting features are not robust enough for our needs. They also have little to no CRM functionality and do not integrate with many other software providers. It is also cumbersome to replicate client matters and locate files for one client who has...
Pamela B.
Verified User in Legal Services
Limited access to some areas and limited training.
Discussions
Is Smokeball cloud-based software?
3 comments
Official Response from Smokeball
Smokeball is a hybrid-cloud software, which means you get the benefits of the cloud for unlimited storage purposes but also have access to the software and...Read more
Is there free training and online courses to help learn the software?
2 comments
Official Response from Smokeball
Smokeball provides a holistic and award-winning onboarding and training program to make sure you are utilizing the software to its full potential. Receive...Read more
Do you provide law firm website services?
1 comment
Official Response from Smokeball
No, but we have some great options and partners for you to consider! Chat with our support team to learn more.Read more
Tabs3 Software has no discussions with answers
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