Backdocket vs MyCase
MyCase scores 7.9/10 vs 6.3/10. Best for: Small firms that want a straightforward practice management tool with a strong client portal and built-in texting without Clio-level pricing.
MyCase scores higher overall at 7.9/10 vs 6.3/10. MyCase is the best value pick for small firms under 10 attorneys. The client portal and built-in texting genuinely set it apart. Skip it if you need court rule calendaring or deep integrations with your existing tech stack.
Backdocket 
MyCase Rank
#34 of 39
Rank
#6 of 39
Features
10/18
Features
17/18
Starting at
$60/mo
Starting at
$39/mo
User reviews
4/5 (20)
User reviews
4.4/5 (750)
What they cost
| Backdocket | MyCase | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting at | $60 /mo | $39 /mo |
| Free trial | No | 10 days |
| Number of plans | 1 | 3 |
What the pricing really means
At first glance, MyCase looks cheaper at $39/month vs $60/month. But sticker price is only part of the story. Look at what is included on the base plan, how many users you get, and whether you need add-ons to get the features you actually need. The $99/month plan that requires $200 in add-ons is actually more expensive than the $250/month plan that includes everything.
Where Backdocket wins
- Simple and clean interface that doesn't overwhelm solo practitioners
- Single pricing tier at $60/user with no feature gating
- Intake management included for capturing new client leads
- Client portal included for document sharing and case updates
Where MyCase wins
- Built-in client texting on the Pro plan, which most competitors charge extra for or don't offer at all
- Client portal is one of the best in the category — clients can view case updates, upload documents, and pay invoices
- Starting at $39/user/month, it's noticeably cheaper than Clio for basic case management needs
- 10-day free trial to actually test it with real data before committing
Where Backdocket falls short
- Very limited feature set — no trust accounting, conflict checks, eSignature, mobile app, or document automation
- Only 20 reviews total, which is a concern for long-term reliability
- No API limits integration possibilities
- No free trial — must schedule a demo
- MyCase starts at $39/user and offers significantly more features for less money
Where MyCase falls short
- No court rule deadline calendaring, so you'll need a separate tool or manual tracking for jurisdiction-specific deadlines
- Storage is capped at 2 GB per user on the Basic plan, which fills up fast with litigation documents
- Reporting is basic until you hit the Advanced plan at $89/user
- Fewer third-party integrations than Clio — about 70 vs Clio's 250+
Who is each product built for?
Backdocket
Target: 1-5 attorneys
Backdocket is clean and simple, but MyCase offers more features for $10 less per user. Hard to recommend unless you specifically value Backdocket's interface over everything else.
MyCase
Target: 1-25 attorneys
MyCase is the best value pick for small firms under 10 attorneys. The client portal and built-in texting genuinely set it apart. Skip it if you need court rule calendaring or deep integrations with your existing tech stack.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Backdocket | MyCase |
|---|---|---|
| Case Management | ||
| Case / matter management | ||
| Contact management | ||
| Conflict checks | ||
| Client intake forms | ||
| Client portal | ||
| Documents & Automation | ||
| Document management | ||
| Document automation | ||
| E-signatures | ||
| Email management | ||
| Billing & Accounting | ||
| Time tracking | ||
| Billing & invoicing | ||
| Trust / IOLTA accounting | ||
| Scheduling & Deadlines | ||
| Calendar management | ||
| Task management | ||
| Court rule deadlines | ||
| Platform | ||
| Reporting / analytics | ||
| Mobile app | ||
| API access | ||
Common questions
MyCase scores 7.9/10 vs Backdocket's 6.3/10 in our ranking. MyCase is the better pick for 1-25 attorneys. Backdocket is better if you need solo attorneys who want a clean, simple practice management tool without the feature bloat and complexity of enterprise-oriented platforms.
Backdocket starts at $60/month. MyCase starts at $39/month. Watch for add-on costs — the base price often does not include all features. Pricing last verified 2026-04-11.
Backdocket: No free trial. MyCase: Yes, 10-day free trial. Always test with your actual workflow before committing to an annual plan.
Backdocket covers 10 of 18 features we track. MyCase covers 17 of 18. MyCase has broader feature coverage, but more features does not always mean better — pick the tool that covers what your business actually needs.
No, Backdocket does not have a mobile app. MyCase does have one.
Yes. The main effort is migrating your data (customer lists, job history, invoices). Plan for 1-2 weeks of overlap where you run both. Most legal practice management tools can import CSV data. Ask both vendors about migration support before you sign.
The bottom line
Pick Backdocket if...
Solo attorneys who want a clean, simple practice management tool without the feature bloat and complexity of enterprise-oriented platforms.
Pick MyCase if...
Small firms that want a straightforward practice management tool with a strong client portal and built-in texting without Clio-level pricing.