December 1 2025 | Deals | Mergers and acquisitions | M&A Advisors | Due diligence
When legacy platforms slow you down with clunky dashboards, a steep learning curve and long support queues, the consequences to your efficiency are serious. And it’s where Ansarada’s intuitive design, AI-powered tools and fast support make the difference.
That’s why we’ve created a productivity-first top virtual data room comparison — built on real user feedback from authentic data sources such as G2, Capterra and real user reviews. We’re comparing Ansarada vs. Intralinks on what really matters to Analysts: ease of use, key features, speed, efficiency, and client satisfaction that will help them close the deal.
We understand deals aren’t easy. But running them in an Ansarada Data Room is.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Why Analysts need a VDR that works like they do
- Ansarada vs Intralinks: Feature-by-feature comparison
- Analyst productivity: The true benchmark
- What Analysts say: Real feedback from the field
- Frequently asked questions
Why Analysts need a VDR that works like they do
Analysts and Associates are under constant pressure. From long hours, steep expectations, multiple deals, and tight timelines, the stress of rushing and closing a deal has never been more real.
We know you can’t afford to waste time on outdated VDR software that feels more like something made decades ago. These legacy VDRs have a range of problems:
- A steep learning curve that means repeated tutorials, which is time away from the work that matters.
- Slow manual process, wasting precious time uploading, redacting and reorganising documents.
- Clunky user experience, which creates high friction, making even the most basic tasks difficult.
- Hidden costs that have surprise fees and a confusing pricing model.
- Delayed support treats you more like a cash cow than a loyal customer.
These pain points slow you down and can be the difference between finding, closing or making that all-important deal.
This is where Ansarada stands out.
Ansarada and its virtual data room software were built to streamline workflows to save you time without adding complexity. Analysts can use Ansarada’s modern dashboard, AI-powered tools (such as AI-powered redaction and translation), frictionless onboarding, and powerful automation to save time, become more efficient and give you confidence to nail the deal.
Ansarada vs Intralinks: Feature-by-feature comparison
Ansarada’s principles are simple, reduce clicks, remove confusion, provide powerful automation, prioritise users and provide clear, transparent pricing. Its feature-rich design empowers Analysts with a best in-class virtual data room to get the job done.
But don’t just take our word for it, Ansarada outperforms its rivals on key pain points, in particular, through real user sentiment on G2 and Capterra.
Analyst productivity: The true benchmark
Ansarada’s software isn’t just hype, but provides tangible time savings and reduced friction that make a real difference.
Time is our most precious commodity, so when you’re deciding about boosting your Analysts' productivity, there’s only one answer to the question of “Which VDR really saves time”.
Ansarada’s edge lies in five key factors that save Analysts time and reduce complexity.
1. AI automation tools
Ansarada saves Analysts' time through replacing monotonous manual work and redundant admin tasks. Its powerful AI automation tools, such as AI redaction , allow Analysts to bulk-redact important information across entire documents with ease.
Automatic document translation also means no more time waiting for translators or getting core details mixed up, leading to more aligned deals, which removes bottlenecks and speeds up deal flow.
“AI predict tool with its high accuracy is one of the things which I like even more than security and compliance, which gives real-time insights about deals.” — Vishal
It’s automation that pays back in real hours. Less manual work means more time spent executing, advising and analysing.
2. Smooth and intuitive file management
Ansarada is widely praised for being clean, modern and easy to grasp. Analysts don’t need to spend weeks learning where to start or wasting time on slow file transfer. They can get started right away, thanks to our smooth and intuitive file management.
Users on G2 repeatedly highlight Ansarada’s intuitive interface, which makes using it a breeze and significantly reduces friction.
“Ansarada is genuinely easy to use - the interface makes sense and you can figure out how to upload, organise, and access files.” — Verified user in investment banking
3. Faster due diligence
Our powerful automation AI tools remove the admin pain, and a clean interface removes user confusion. This means Analysts spend less time uploading, sorting , tracking or redacting and more time executing and reviewing.
“Ansarada enables us to conduct thorough due diligence and makes the transaction process more efficient for all parties involved.” — Jack (Senior Consultant)
The outcome is clear:
- Faster and more accurate reviews
- Clearer documentation
- More accurate information
4. Better client satisfaction
Due to Ansarada’s frictionless virtual data room software and powerful automation tools, Analysts spend more time executing and less time responding to confused clients.
Ansarada’s deal rooms just work, giving Analysts more time back through less time hand-holding and better client satisfaction across the board.
“The ease of use and flexibility. Good for client interactions and customer support. Easy to integrate new people to the platform, it is implementable.” — Verified User in Investment Banking
5. 24/7 local support
Analysts and deals work around the clock — so why should your VDR be any different? We provide around-the-clock localised support with no waiting, no stalled bidders and no delays to save you precious time waiting for support that is better used working on deals and closing clients.
“Customer support is also always helpful and sorts out issues within minutes.” — Verified User in Investment Banking
What Analysts say: Real feedback from the field
The most trustworthy insights come from users who engage with the platform.
That’s why we believe it's important to base your decision on publicly available reviewer sentiment from trusted, unbiased review websites, G2 and Capterra, to see what users are really saying.
What users are saying about Ansarada
“Ansarada provides a VDR experience that is intuitive, responsive and aesthetically pleasing when compared to competitors. Documents load quickly and VDR navigation is seamless. The bulk export functionality works effectively and the Q&A download process and customisation is extremely useful and user-friendly.” — Jack (Senior Consultant)
“The platform is intuitive and user-friendly, making it easy to upload, categorise and organise documents. It also provided a smooth experience for both our team and external parties accessing the room.” — Verified user in Legal Services
“Ease of use via UI features which allow you to quickly navigate the dataroom in an intuitive way and customise permissions such as team permissions when working under tight deadlines” — Verified User in Financial Services
“Ansarada is very easy to use, with a clear and intuitive interface. The customer service is excellent and always flexible in responding to our needs.” — Verified User in Investment Management
“Uploading files is generally quick and easy. The UI is largely intuitive. Adding investors is painless. No caps on number of documents or number of investors. Some of the nuance around security settings, groups etc. could be better (include more tooltips within the menus / forms rather than requiring going to the help section).” — Verified User in Renewables & Environment
“What I like best about Ansarada is its intuitive platform that simplifies complex deal processes. It brings transparency, efficiency, and structure, making collaboration seamless while ensuring data security and governance - empowering teams to make confident, faster, and smarter decisions throughout transactions. Also customer support is brilliant.” — Verified User in Accounting
“The UX / UI design of the platform is far more intuitive than other platforms, so it has been a lot easier to onboard clients onto the platform and use it internally. Customer support is also very helpful.” — Michelle (Investment Banking Analyst
“Extremely intuitive to use. The email response for Q&A is fantastic!” Joe (Manager)
“Ansarada offers an intuitive setup, providing data room managers with considerable flexibility in creating distinct groups, each with different access levels. I have used Ansarada across several projects and have never encountered any problems. Compared to all other virtual data rooms that I have used, there not any things I dislike about the platform or available features. Compared to all other virtual data rooms that I have used, there not any things I dislike about the platform or available features.” — Verified User in Renewables & Environment
What users say about Intralinks
“The ability to leverage AI (called Dealio) to get summarized information quickly and efficiently without needing to read through a 300+ page public filing document. UI is not exactly as user-friendly as competing vendors” — Minh (Investment Banking Associate )
“I like the ease of storing documents. This software allows rather large files to be uploaded and organized. The search feature doesn't always work. Versions of documents don't live together; rather, they are uploaded as ‘copy’, which can get messy.” — Verified Reviewer
“What a horrible experience. The due diligence process is stressful enough. Intralinks totally compounded this stress. We encountered bugs, a clunky and unnecessarily complicated user interface for both administrators and users.” — Verified Reviewer
“Control and monitoring access to users was useful. Bulk upload of folders was not possible” — Rohit (Investment Banking )
“Sometimes large projects can find itself having a tremendously messy data room with duplicate files and a lack of organization if it isn't set up correctly. Sometimes, setting it up in the first place can be challenging.” Maxwell (Asset Management)
“Clients know the software and it is easy to use for counterparties. Tedious to organize and move files, and the download feature is incredibly clunky and unreliable.” — Paul (Associate)
“Intralinks is definitely not the most friendly option in the market.” — Diogo (Lawyer)
“This provides everything you'll need to run a basic data room. The product is old and often difficult to use. The UI/UX is outdated.” — Verified User in Financial Services
Conclusion: Ansarada vs Intralinks, which is best?
Choosing between Ansarada and Intralinks is the difference between discovering new deals, improving your workflow and getting back precious time.
Ansarada removes the daily friction that Analysts face through:
- Quicker onboarding
- A smooth and intuitive user experience
- Built-in AI tools
- Predictable pricing
- 24/7 support
- More efficient workflows
Join thousands of Advisors, Analysts and Corporate Development Managers who choose Ansarada for its reliability, which brings order to total transaction management.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the main difference between Ansarada and Intralinks?
The primary difference lies in user experience and workflow efficiency. Ansarada is designed with an emphasis on intuitive navigation and AI-powered automation to streamline tasks for Analysts. In comparison, while Intralinks offers a robust platform with ISO 27001 security and 24/7 support, user feedback indicates it often has a steeper learning curve and requires more manual configuration.
Which VDR is easiest for Analysts to use?
Based on G2 and Capterra reviews, Analysts consistently choose Annsarada for its simpler, more intuitive and faster onboarding experience compared to Intralinks. Users cite Ansarada’s powerful automation, AI tools and smooth file management system that makes their job easy and the platform simple to use.
How does Ansarada improve due diligence speed?
Ansarada reduces manual work with powerful automation tools such as AI reduction, fast bulk uploads, easy navigation, smart document sorting and 24/7 support that helps deals progress faster, with fewer errors.
Is Ansarada secure for high-stakes transactions?
Yes. Ansarada is ISO 27001 certified and includes added security protections, including remote document self-destruct. This has allowed Ansarada to be used with confidence from some of the world's biggest brands and multi-million and multi-billion dollar projects.
Can I try Ansarada for free before committing?
Yes. Ansarada offers free setups. Rooms remain free until your deal goes live. Start your room instantly and sign up today.
