Smokeball vs Filevine
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Legal CRMs & Case Management Software (2026). Last verified May 31, 2026.
The short answer
Smokeball ranks higher on Top 11 (#4 vs #5) for Law firms and solo attorneys managing matters and clients. Unrivaled automatic time tracking and deep Microsoft Office integration for document-heavy practices.
At a glance
| Smokeball | Filevine | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #4 / The 11 Best Legal CRMs & Case Management Software (2026) | #5 / The 11 Best Legal CRMs & Case Management Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.6 | 8.4 |
| Best for | Best for document automation | Most customizable platform |
| Pricing | $$$ ($100 to $200/user/mo est.) | $$$$ (Custom pricing) |
| HQ | Chicago, USA | Salt Lake City, USA |
| Founded | 2010 | 2014 |
Smokeball
Unrivaled automatic time tracking and deep Microsoft Office integration for document-heavy practices.
www.smokeball.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Legal CRMs & Case Management Software (2026)
Filevine
A highly customizable, powerful platform ideal for litigation and personal injury firms with complex workflows.
www.filevine.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Legal CRMs & Case Management Software (2026)
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