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# AvoFax vs Dropbox Fax

**Quick answer:** Dropbox Fax (formerly HelloFax) is convenient if you live inside Dropbox and only need occasional outbound faxing. The trade-offs are that receiving faxes requires a paid plan, there is no self-serve BAA, and number porting and a dedicated mobile fax app are not its focus. AvoFax is a dedicated fax service with HIPAA and a signed BAA you can buy directly, mobile apps, and number porting.

### See AvoFax and Dropbox Fax side by side

| AvoFax | Dropbox Fax |
| --- | --- |
| ![AvoFax](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/2/3/3/f/233fbfd0c69c6000/send-fax_wlmird.png) | ![Dropbox Fax](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/2/3/3/f/233fbfd0c69c6000/dropboxfax_1iv6iur.jpg) |

AvoFax also includes a searchable inbox for received faxes, full activity history, contacts, email to fax, and iOS and Android apps.

**More of AvoFax**

Your received-fax inbox:

![AvoFax inbox](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/2/3/3/f/233fbfd0c69c6000/inbox_17m6l6f.png)

Activity and delivery history:

![AvoFax activity](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/2/3/3/f/233fbfd0c69c6000/activity_ji2l17.png)


**How Dropbox Fax prices it** (as of 2026, check Dropbox for current pricing): There is a small free option of 5 total pages (send only) and a pay as you go rate of about $0.99 per fax up to 10 pages, then about $0.20 per page. Paid monthly plans run roughly $9.99 to $39.99 per month depending on volume, with overage around $0.05 per page.

**How AvoFax is different**

- HIPAA and a signed BAA you can buy directly on the Secure plan. With Dropbox Fax, a self-serve BAA is not available and HIPAA coverage requires going through their sales team.
- Dedicated iOS and Android fax apps, plus number porting so you can keep your number.
- Receiving faxes is included, not gated behind a higher plan.
- A one time lifetime option, plus AvoSign and an AI assistant.

**Side by side**

- HIPAA plus a BAA: AvoFax yes, self-serve on Secure. Dropbox Fax requires enterprise sales, no self-serve BAA.
- Receiving faxes: AvoFax included. Dropbox Fax requires a paid plan.
- Number porting and mobile apps: AvoFax yes. Dropbox Fax not a focus.
- Pricing model: AvoFax one time or low monthly. Dropbox Fax subscription or pay per fax.

**Switching is easy.** You can get an AvoFax number, or bring your existing number, here: [https://app.avofax.com/promo-pi](https://app.avofax.com/promo-pi)

**Where Dropbox Fax might suit you:** if you already use Dropbox heavily and want fax and e-signature folded into that storage workflow for occasional sending.

**Bottom line:** For a dedicated fax service with HIPAA, a signed BAA, mobile apps, and number porting, AvoFax is the stronger standalone choice. New number: [https://app.avofax.com/promo](https://app.avofax.com/promo). Get started or port a number: [https://app.avofax.com/promo-pi](https://app.avofax.com/promo-pi)