Online estate planning services promise a will or trust in under an hour for a fraction of an attorney's fee. That is often true for simple situations. It is also true that plans differ in what they include, what costs extra, and what renews automatically. This page compares Trust & Will and LegalZoom using the prices and terms each company publishes, then covers Rocket Lawyer, Nolo, and the point where an attorney becomes the better choice.
On the list prices we checked on October 15, 2026, LegalZoom's will plans start lower ($129 vs. $199 for an individual), and its trust plan starts at $399 vs. $499 at Trust & Will. The gap narrows once you add attorney access, because each company charges separately for it and LegalZoom's attorney access renews automatically.
- Compare what is included, not just the headline price.
- Neither company includes attorney review by default at its lowest tier.
- Complex situations, such as blended families or a business, usually call for an attorney.
Side-by-Side Prices (Checked October 15, 2026)
Prices change often and may differ by state or for couples. Treat these as a snapshot and confirm on the company's page before you buy. Figures are for one person unless stated.
| Trust & Will | LegalZoom | |
|---|---|---|
| Will | Will Plan, "starting at" $199 | Basic $129, Pro $149, Premium $299 |
| Living trust | Trust Plan, "starting at" $499 | Basic Trust $399, Premium Trust $549 |
| Power of attorney, healthcare directive, HIPAA form | Included in both plans | Included from Pro will and all trust plans; not in Basic Will |
| Attorney help | Attorney Support add-on, +$299 | Included in Pro will (30 days) and Premium plans (1 year), then renews |
| Renewal or membership | Optional $49/year membership | Pro will: $25/month after 30 days. Premium: $199/year after year one |
| Revisions | Not stated on the pricing page | 30 days (Basic, Pro) or 1 year (Premium) |
Our estate planning cost guide shows how these compare with typical attorney fees for each document.
Trust & Will: What You Get
Trust & Will offers two plans. The Will Plan includes a last will and testament, a living will, a power of attorney, and a HIPAA authorization. The Trust Plan adds a revocable living trust, a pour-over will, a schedule of assets, a certification of trust, and a trust funding guide. Both let you name guardians for children and pets.
Three details are worth knowing:
- Prices say "starting at." The final price may differ based on your choices.
- Attorney review costs extra. Attorney Support is a $299 add-on, per the pricing page.
- Signing still matters. The page states documents must be signed and notarized to be legally binding. Your state's requirements decide what that means for you. See our guide to whether a will has to be notarized.
For complex situations, such as a child with special needs, a business with employees, or a very large estate, Trust & Will says it will match you with a pre-screened attorney. The page does not state what those attorneys charge, so ask before you commit. If your needs are simple, Trust & Will is one option for a flat-fee will or trust.
LegalZoom: What You Get
LegalZoom prices wills in three tiers. Basic includes a will, pet care provisions, online storage, and 30 days of revisions. Pro adds a healthcare directive, medical and financial powers of attorney, and a HIPAA authorization. Premium extends revisions to a year and adds an annual review with an attorney. Trust plans include a living trust, pour-over will, and the related forms.
The part to read carefully is renewal. LegalZoom's page says:
- The Pro will includes attorney consultations for 30 days. After that, your card is charged $25 a month unless you cancel, and the page says the rate can change.
- The Premium will and trust plans include a year of consultations, then continue at $199 a year unless you cancel.
- Consultations are phone calls with a participating firm during business hours, up to 30 minutes each, and limited to one new legal matter. Business matters are excluded.
If you do not want an ongoing attorney plan, set a reminder to cancel before the first renewal date.
Rocket Lawyer and Nolo
We tried to verify both and could confirm less than we did for the two services above, so we describe only what we could check.
Rocket Lawyer
Rocket Lawyer sells memberships, not single documents. Its pricing page lists Standard at $149 a year or $34.99 a month, Plus at $249 a year or $49.99 a month, and Pro at $349 a year or $64.99 a month, each with a free 7-day trial billed yearly afterward. Its estate planning pages list several wills, including a pour-over will, and a living will. We could not confirm from its site which documents each membership tier includes, so check that before you start a trial.
Nolo (Quicken WillMaker & Trust)
Nolo sells estate planning software rather than a subscription service. Its site blocked our automated check, so we do not state a price. Independent reviews we found disagreed on pricing, so look at Nolo's own page for the current edition, the price, whether your state is supported, and how long updates and support last.
When an Attorney Is Worth It
Online services work best for a straightforward situation: a will, basic powers of attorney, and a simple trust for a family without unusual assets or conflicts. They do not give you advice on your specific facts. Consider an estate planning attorney licensed in your state if any of these apply:
| Your situation | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Blended family, or a likely dispute among heirs | Estate planning attorney |
| You own a business | Estate planning attorney |
| Property in more than one state | Estate planning attorney |
| A child or relative with special needs or on public benefits | Attorney experienced in special needs planning |
| Parent who may need long-term care soon | Elder law attorney, before moving any assets |
Fees vary by state and by firm. See how much estate planning costs for ranges, and ask any attorney for a flat-fee quote up front. If you are unsure whether you need a trust at all, read will vs. living trust.
Before You Buy: A Short Checklist
- Check state support. Confirm the service covers your state, since signing and witnessing rules differ. Our state guides cover the specifics.
- Read the renewal terms. Look for any plan that bills again after a trial or first year.
- Ask about updates. Find out how long revisions are free and what changes cost afterward.
- Plan the signing. Line up witnesses and, if required, a notary before you print.
- Fund the trust. A trust only works for assets actually moved into it. See how to set up a living trust.
- Update beneficiaries. Retirement accounts and life insurance follow the named beneficiary, not the will.
Not sure which documents you need? The estate planning quiz gives you a short list to start with, and our guide to making a will online covers the legal rules and risks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Prices, plan contents, and renewal terms come from each company's own pages on the date shown and change often. Confirm current terms before you buy. Wills and trusts are governed by state law. Consult a licensed estate planning attorney for advice specific to your situation.
- Trust & Will: Pricing
- LegalZoom: Last Will and Testament pricing
- LegalZoom: Living Trust pricing
- Rocket Lawyer: Membership pricing
- Rocket Lawyer: Make a will
Page last reviewed: October 15, 2026. Nolo's pricing page could not be retrieved and is not summarized.