Honest comparison · Updated 2025
FaxSeal vs HelloFax
HelloFax was acquired by Dropbox in 2013. It still works — but it's subscription-only, and development has largely stalled. FaxSeal charges per fax with no account and no monthly fee.
HelloFax free plan: 5 pages/month (rarely enough). Paid plans from $9.99/mo.
What you actually pay
HelloFax Plus ($9.99/mo) vs FaxSeal pay-as-you-go
| Scenario | FaxSeal | HelloFax | You save |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 fax per month | $1.99 | $9.99 | ~$8.00 |
| 3 faxes per month | $5.97 | $9.99 | ~$4.02 |
| 10 faxes per month (credits) | $12.99 | $9.99 | ~$2.96 |
| 30 faxes per month (credits) | $24.99 | $19.99 | ~$4.04 |
HelloFax pricing based on published Plus plan. FaxSeal pricing based on standard tiers and credit bundles.
Feature comparison
FaxSeal vs HelloFax — side by side
| Feature | FaxSeal | HelloFax |
|---|---|---|
Monthly fee HelloFax Plus starts at $9.99/mo for 300 pages | ✓None | $9.99–$49.99/mo |
Account required | ✓No | Yes |
Pay-per-fax option | ✓From $1.29 | No |
Free tier HelloFax free tier — 5 pages is rarely enough for real use | No (pay per fax) | 5 pages/mo free |
Overage charges | ✓None | $0.05–$0.10/page over limit |
Delivery receipt | Yes — SHA-256 certified | Yes |
File deletion after send HelloFax stores sent faxes in your Dropbox | ✓Within 24 hours | Stored in Dropbox cloud |
Sign & fax in-browser HelloFax signing is a separate Dropbox Sign product | Yes — built in | Yes (HelloSign / Dropbox Sign) |
Dedicated fax number | From $2.99/mo | Included in paid plans |
Active product development HelloFax has seen minimal updates since 2013 acquisition | ✓Yes | Limited since Dropbox acquisition |
Dropbox integration | No | Yes |
International fax | Yes | Yes |
HelloFax data based on published plans as of 2025. Verify current pricing at hellofax.com.
Which service is right for you?
Use FaxSeal if you…
- ✓Fax occasionally and don't want a monthly bill
- ✓Don't need your faxes stored in cloud storage
- ✓Need to sign and fax in one seamless step
- ✓Don't want to create an account
- ✓Value file deletion for privacy-sensitive documents
- ✓Are switching away from a stagnant product
Consider HelloFax if you…
- →Already pay for Dropbox and want fax built in
- →Need faxes automatically archived in Dropbox
- →Send 100+ pages per month on the free or low tier
- →Have an existing HelloFax inbound number your contacts use
Common questions
What happened to HelloFax?
HelloFax was acquired by Dropbox in 2013 and rebranded under the Dropbox Sign (formerly HelloSign) umbrella. The core fax sending product still works, but it has received minimal development since acquisition. Many users find themselves paying a Dropbox subscription they don't fully use just to get fax access.
Is FaxSeal cheaper than HelloFax?
For occasional faxers, yes. HelloFax requires a minimum $9.99/month plan for meaningful use (5 pages free barely covers anything). FaxSeal starts at $1.29 per fax — if you send fewer than 5 faxes a month, FaxSeal will cost significantly less.
Does FaxSeal integrate with Dropbox like HelloFax does?
FaxSeal doesn't currently integrate with Dropbox. If your workflow depends on storing faxes directly in Dropbox, HelloFax/Dropbox Sign has an edge. If you'd rather not have your documents sitting in cloud storage, FaxSeal deletes files within 24 hours of sending.
Can I switch from HelloFax to FaxSeal?
Yes. Just send your next fax through FaxSeal — there's nothing to migrate. If you have a dedicated HelloFax inbound number, you can get a FaxSeal inbox number separately and update your contacts, or keep HelloFax only for receiving and use FaxSeal for outbound.
Does FaxSeal have a free plan like HelloFax?
FaxSeal doesn't have a free tier — but it charges per fax rather than per month. HelloFax's free plan (5 pages/month) is often not enough for real use, at which point you're paying $9.99/mo whether you fax once or 300 times. FaxSeal at $1.99 for up to 15 pages is often cheaper for anyone who doesn't fax constantly.
Is FaxSeal better for signing and faxing?
FaxSeal includes in-browser PDF signing built into the send flow — no separate product or subscription required. HelloFax signing is now part of Dropbox Sign, a separate product with its own pricing. For quick sign-and-fax, FaxSeal is simpler.
Ready to try a modern alternative?
Pay only when you fax. No account. No Dropbox required. Delivery receipt included.
From $1.29 pay-as-you-go · $0.60/fax with credits · No monthly fee