Comparison
Claude vs Harvey AI
Honest comparison for legal professionals
Legalai.guide is free and not affiliated with vendors. Pricing and plan details are vendor-controlled and should be verified on official sites.
Claude
General-purpose AI with powerful legal capabilities through prompting and customization
Flexible plan options
Harvey AI
Enterprise legal AI for AmLaw 100 firms
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Claude | Harvey AI |
|---|---|---|
| Contract Review | ||
| Legal Research | ||
| Document Drafting | ||
| Deposition Prep | ||
| Custom Playbooks | ||
| API Access | ||
| Self-Hosted Option |
Claude Strengths
- Highly customizable with prompts and playbooks
- Fast setup without procurement delays
- Full API access for custom integrations
- Works across all practice areas
Harvey AI Strengths
- Deep LexisNexis integration for primary law research (June 2025 partnership)
- Purpose-built document workflows (Assistant, Vault, Workflow, History, Library)
- Microsoft 365 and SharePoint integration for enterprise environments
Choose Claude If...
- You want flexibility and customization
- Budget is a concern
- You need API access for integrations
- You work across multiple practice areas
Choose Harvey AI If...
AmLaw 100 firms with budget for premium tools and need for deep LexisNexis integration
Avoid if: You need local processing or immediate deployment without procurement delays
Ready to Try Claude?
Start with our free tutorials and see Claude in action
Start Learning