Software · head to head
Laserfiche vs Tyler Technologies
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Laserfiche self-hosted deployment requires dedicated IT resources and infrastructure management; Tyler Technologies the Internet Archive's capture of Tyler Technologies' homepage on 31 December 2020 named dozens of distinct public-sector software solutions across Appraisal and Tax, Civic Services, Corrections, and Courts and Justice categories, all sold via government procurement contracts rather than a published price list.
- They diverge on capability: Laserfiche covers Document Capture, Tyler Technologies covers Financial Management.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Laserfiche and Tyler Technologies actually diverge.
| Attribute | Laserfiche | Tyler Technologies |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $50/month | $2000/month |
| Platforms | Web, Mobile, Windows, macOS, Linux | Web, Desktop, Ios, Android |
| Founded | 1976 | 1966 |
Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).
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 Laserfiche
- Document Capture
- Workflow Automation
- Records Management
- Electronic Forms
- Process Automation
- Microsoft Office
- SharePoint
- Salesforce
Only in Tyler Technologies
- Financial Management
- Courts & Justice
- Public Safety
- Appraisal & Tax
- School Solutions
- AWS GovCloud
- Microsoft Azure
- Oracle
Both cover
- Web support
- Desktop support
- Ios support
- Android support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Laserfiche
- Citizen Services
- Records Management
- Public Safety
- Civic Engagement
Tyler Technologies
- Citizen Services
- Records Management
- Public Safety
- Civic Engagement
Both are used for citizen services, records management, public safety, civic engagement, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Laserfiche
- Self-hosted deployment requires dedicated IT resources and infrastructure management
- Complex implementation often requires significant upfront customization
- High total cost of ownership for on-premises deployments due to infrastructure needs
Tyler Technologies
- The Internet Archive's capture of Tyler Technologies' homepage on 31 December 2020 named dozens of distinct public-sector software solutions across Appraisal and Tax, Civic Services, Corrections, and Courts and Justice categories, all sold via government procurement contracts rather than a published price list.
Pricing, plan by plan
Laserfiche
$50/month- Cloud$50/month
- Document Management
- Workflow Automation
- Records Management
Tyler Technologies
$2000/month- Enterprise$2000/month
- ERP Suite
- Courts & Justice
- Public Safety
Which should you pick?
Choose Laserfiche if
- You need document capture.
- You work on Web, Mobile, Windows, macOS, Linux.
- You also want workflow automation.
Choose Tyler Technologies if
- You need financial management.
- You work on Web, Desktop, Ios, Android.
- You also want courts & justice.
Questions people ask
- Is Laserfiche or Tyler Technologies better?
- Neither clearly leads. Laserfiche starts at $50/month and Tyler Technologies at $2000/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Laserfiche or Tyler Technologies?
- Laserfiche starts at $50/month and Tyler Technologies at $2000/month.
- Does Laserfiche or Tyler Technologies run on more platforms?
- Laserfiche runs on Web, Mobile, Windows, macOS, Linux. Tyler Technologies runs on Web, Desktop, Ios, Android.
- What is Laserfiche best used for?
- Laserfiche is most often used for citizen services, records management, public safety, civic engagement.
- What can Laserfiche do that Tyler Technologies cannot?
- Laserfiche covers Document Capture, Workflow Automation, Records Management, Electronic Forms. Tyler Technologies covers Financial Management, Courts & Justice, Public Safety, Appraisal & Tax. Both handle Web support, Desktop support, Ios support, Android support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Laserfiche: Does Laserfiche offer both cloud and self-hosted options?
Yes. Laserfiche Cloud offers three tiers (Starter $53/user/month, Professional $73, Business $93). Laserfiche 12 provides self-hosted deployment for organizations requiring on-premise infrastructure or with strict security and regulatory constraints.
SourceLaserfiche: What does Laserfiche capture from documents?
Laserfiche provides document capture, electronic forms, workflow automation, case management, mobile access, and government-certified records management with automatic filing and retention schedules.
SourceLaserfiche: Can Laserfiche track document workflows automatically?
Yes. Laserfiche includes workflow automation that tracks and fulfills processes like FOIA requests, with access controls, audit trails, and automated recordkeeping for compliance.
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