PermitDuePermitDue vs LegalZoom: Which is right for your business?
LegalZoom is one of the biggest names in small business legal services. They offer a Business License Compliance Package that tells you what licenses and permits your business needs.
The difference: LegalZoom hands you a report. PermitDue tracks your deadlines after that, sends reminders, and gives you proof you are up to date.
Here is how they compare.
Feature comparison
| Feature | PermitDue | LegalZoom |
|---|---|---|
| Free permit lookup | ||
| Ongoing deadline tracking | $299/yr add-on | |
| Renewal reminders | Email at 90, 60, 30, 14, 7, and 1 day | Only with $299/yr plan |
| Compliance packet | ||
| Document storage | ||
| Multi-location support | ||
| Direct .gov links |
Pricing
The verdict
LegalZoom works if you want someone to research what permits you need and hand you a PDF. Their compliance package is thorough and their brand is well-known.
The problem: that PDF goes stale the moment a renewal date passes. If you want deadline tracking, reminders before fines hit, and a compliance packet you can show an auditor or lender, PermitDue is the better fit.
LegalZoom gives you a report. PermitDue keeps you on top of it.
Takes two minutes. No credit card required.