Legal · head to head
Docketwise vs MyCase
Docketwise
Legal
Immigration case management with automated USCIS and DOL form population from a single client intake questionnaire
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- On request
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The short version
- Only MyCase has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: Docketwise third-party sources disagree on exact per-tier pricing, which means a buyer cannot trust any single comparison site and must confirm the current rate directly with Docketwise before budgeting.; MyCase all plans are per-user pricing, not per-firm; previously paid fees are non-refundable
- Prices and features above were last checked on 1 September 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Docketwise and MyCase actually diverge.
| Attribute | Docketwise | MyCase |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | On request | Free |
| Pricing model | Per user per month | subscription |
| Free tier | No | Yes |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web |
Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Legal).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in Docketwise
- Smart form automation
- Multilingual intake
- Client portal
- Priority date tracking
- Task and deadline management
- LawPay-integrated invoicing
Only in MyCase
Nothing recorded that Docketwise does not also cover.
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Docketwise
- A solo immigration attorney wanting one intake to auto-fill every applicable USCIS and consular form for a casenot MyCase
- A firm handling high volumes of employment-based visas needing priority date tracking against visa bulletin movementnot MyCase
- An immigration practice wanting a multilingual client portal so clients can upload documents without a phone callnot MyCase
- A firm switching off general practice management software that lacks immigration-specific form librariesnot MyCase
MyCase
- Managing billable hours and generating client invoices from time entriesnot Docketwise
- Organizing discovery documents and case materials in searchable repositoriesnot Docketwise
- Processing trust account reconciliations for client fundsnot Docketwise
- Coordinating client communications through texting and portalsnot Docketwise
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Docketwise
- Third-party sources disagree on exact per-tier pricing, which means a buyer cannot trust any single comparison site and must confirm the current rate directly with Docketwise before budgeting.
- It is built specifically for immigration practice, so a mixed-practice firm handling immigration alongside other matter types typically needs a second, general practice management system as well.
- Form libraries need to stay current with frequently changing USCIS and DOL requirements, and any lag in template updates directly risks filing errors.
- Pricing is per user with no meaningfully discounted lower tier for a very small or part-time practice, so cost scales linearly with headcount regardless of case volume.
- Client portal and intake customisation depth is narrower than general-purpose legal CRMs such as Lawmatics, so firms wanting sophisticated marketing automation on top of intake usually need a separate tool.
MyCase
- All plans are per-user pricing, not per-firm; previously paid fees are non-refundable
Pricing, plan by plan
Docketwise
On request- Basic$undefined/month
- Reported entry tier around $69-79 per user/month, confirm current rate directly
- Standard$undefined/month
- Reported mid-tier around $99 per user/month
- Premium$undefined/month
- Reported top tier around $109-119 per user/month, unlimited cases and forms typical across tiers
MyCase
Free- Basic$60/month
- Basic features
- Annual option $50/month
- Pro$120/month
- Pro features
- Annual option $100/month
- Most popular
- Advanced$150/month
- Advanced features
- Annual option $130/month
Which should you pick?
Choose Docketwise if
- You need smart form automation.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want multilingual intake.
Questions people ask
- Is Docketwise or MyCase better?
- Neither clearly leads. Docketwise starts at On request and MyCase at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Docketwise or MyCase?
- MyCase has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Docketwise and Free for MyCase.
- Does Docketwise or MyCase run on more platforms?
- Docketwise runs on Web, iOS, Android. MyCase runs on Web.
- Can I use MyCase for free?
- Yes. MyCase has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Docketwise starts at On request.
- What is Docketwise best used for?
- Docketwise is most often used for a solo immigration attorney wanting one intake to auto-fill every applicable uscis and consular form for a case, a firm handling high volumes of employment-based visas needing priority date tracking against visa bulletin movement, an immigration practice wanting a multilingual client portal so clients can upload documents without a phone call, a firm switching off general practice management software that lacks immigration-specific form libraries. Of those, a solo immigration attorney wanting one intake to auto-fill every applicable uscis and consular form for a case and a firm handling high volumes of employment-based visas needing priority date tracking against visa bulletin movement are not what MyCase is typically brought in for.
- What can Docketwise do that MyCase cannot?
- Docketwise covers Smart form automation, Multilingual intake, Client portal, Priority date tracking.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Docketwise: How much does Docketwise cost?
Reported per-user monthly pricing runs roughly $69 to $119 across Basic, Standard and Premium tiers, though sources vary; confirm the current rate with Docketwise directly.
MyCase: How much does MyCase cost?
MyCase pricing starts at $60/month per user for the Basic plan, $120/month for Pro, and $150/month for Advanced when billed monthly.
SourceDocketwise: Does it handle non-immigration matters?
No. It is built specifically for immigration case types and forms; firms with mixed practice areas typically pair it with a general practice management system.
MyCase: Does MyCase offer a free trial?
Yes, MyCase offers a 10-day free trial with full access and no credit card required.
SourceDocketwise: What is the core feature that sets it apart?
Single-intake form automation across 150+ USCIS, DOL and DS forms, removing repeated manual data entry across filings.
MyCase: Are there annual billing discounts available?
Yes, annual billing saves up to 16% compared to monthly billing, with Basic at $50/user/month annually, Pro at $100/user/month, and Advanced at $130/user/month.
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