Formstack vs FormAssembly
Salesforce native showdown: Productivity-focused platform vs security-first compliance leader. Which serves regulated enterprises better?
Salesforce Native Verdict
Choose Formstack if:
- • You need comprehensive productivity features
- • Want document generation and e-signatures
- • Prefer first-to-market Salesforce native experience
- • Need broader workflow automation capabilities
Choose FormAssembly if:
- • Security and compliance are paramount
- • You're in healthcare, finance, or government
- • Need FedRAMP authorization or HIPAA compliance
- • Want dedicated security expertise and support
Native Salesforce Platform Comparison
| Feature | Formstack | FormAssembly | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIPAA Compliance | Available | HIPAA-First Design | FormAssembly |
| FedRAMP Authorization | Not Available | FedRAMP Authorized | FormAssembly |
| Document Generation | Advanced | Basic | Formstack |
| E-Signature Integration | Native Integration | Third-Party Only | Formstack |
| Salesforce Experience | First Native Platform | Security-Focused | Formstack |
| Security Certifications | SOC 2 | SOC 2, FedRAMP, HIPAA | FormAssembly |
| Workflow Automation | Comprehensive | Form-Focused | Formstack |
| Government Market Focus | General Enterprise | Specialized | FormAssembly |
Compliance & Security Leadership
Healthcare (HIPAA)
FormAssembly
HIPAA-first design, BAA included, healthcare-specific templates
Formstack
HIPAA available but not core design principle
Government (FedRAMP)
FormAssembly
FedRAMP Authorized, government-focused features and compliance
Formstack
Not FedRAMP authorized, limited government capabilities
Financial Services
FormAssembly
Strong security focus, compliance-ready architecture
Formstack
SOC 2 compliance, suitable for most financial applications
Platform Strengths Comparison
Formstack's Productivity Leadership
First-to-Market Salesforce Native
Original fully native Salesforce form platform with deep experience
Advanced Document Generation
Sophisticated document creation with dynamic content and templates
Native E-Signature Integration
Built-in e-signature capabilities for complete workflow automation
Comprehensive Workflow Platform
Beyond forms: full workflow automation and process management
Salesforce Expertise
Deep understanding of Salesforce architecture and best practices
FormAssembly's Security Excellence
FedRAMP Authorization
Only form platform with FedRAMP authorization for government use
HIPAA-First Design
Built from ground up for healthcare compliance with BAA included
Security-Focused Architecture
Every feature designed with security and compliance as priority
Compliance Expertise
Deep knowledge of regulatory requirements and implementation
Regulated Industry Focus
Specialized templates and features for healthcare, government, finance
Enterprise Investment Comparison
Formstack Investment
Basic forms and Salesforce integration
Advanced features, document generation
Full platform, HIPAA compliance available
Volume pricing, dedicated support
FormAssembly Investment
Core platform, standard security
Advanced features, HIPAA compliance
Government-authorized platform
Volume pricing, dedicated compliance support
Platform Limitations
Formstack Considerations
No FedRAMP Authorization
Cannot serve government agencies requiring FedRAMP compliance
HIPAA as Add-On
Compliance not core to design, requires additional configuration
Higher Base Cost
More expensive starting point compared to FormAssembly
FormAssembly Considerations
Limited Document Generation
Basic document capabilities compared to Formstack's advanced features
No Native E-Signatures
Requires third-party integration for e-signature workflows
Forms-Focused Platform
Less comprehensive workflow automation beyond forms
Salesforce Native Decision Framework
Formstack excels for comprehensive productivity and workflow automation.FormAssembly wins for regulated industries requiring security-first design.
Choose Formstack for:
Comprehensive productivity with document generation and workflow automation
Choose FormAssembly for:
Regulated industries requiring FedRAMP, HIPAA, and security-first design
Need Native Salesforce with Both Productivity and Security?
RevOpsRocket combines advanced productivity features with enterprise-grade security, purpose-built for regulated Salesforce environments.