Why Should You Choose Qatalyst over UserTesting?

Discover why Qatalyst is the superior choice over UserTesting for your UX research needs

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Aishwarya N K

Date

December 28, 2023

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Looking for an alternative to UserTesting? Qatalyst is your answer – our integrated user research platform comes loaded with a huge host of features that can give you insights 6x faster compared to traditional user research methods.

Read on to understand why you should sign up for Qatalyst today!

What makes Qatalyst a good alternative user research platform?

Qatalyst is your best alternative for UserTesting, especially if you are looking for a more agile, customizable platform to conduct mixed method research in days, not weeks. With Qatalyst, you can get responses powered by Insights AI that can help you gain a deeper look into the minds of your users.

Qatalyst vs UserTesting: Feature Comparison

qatalyst vs usertesting

Background

Qatalyst

Qatalyst is an integrated user research platform with Insights AI and was launched in 2023 by Entropik, which was named as the 'Best AI Startup of the Year' in 2023 and is acknowledged by Gartner as one of India's 'Top 5 Cool Vendors in AI.'

Many brands in the e-commerce, BFSI, and OTT sectors (among others) use Qatalyst to improve their user experience. Qatalyst offers an easy-to-use interface, personalized reporting, and Insights AI integration. Moreover, brands get access to over 80 million respondents globally so that they can easily get responses for studies that require a niche audience.  

UserTesting

UserTesting is an on-demand human insight platform that quickly gives companies a first-person understanding of how their target audience behaves throughout any digital experience and why.

Top features

Qatalyst

  • Mixed method research
  • Moderated research  
  • Unmoderated research (A/B testing, preference testing, 5 second testing, prototype testing, card sorting, tree testing)
  • Live website/app testing
  • Panel/tester management
  • 25+ research templates with the option of creating custom templates
  • AI-generated transcription and translation
  • Logic application for surveys
  • Screen-by-screen analysis for prototypes
  • Tags and highlights
  • Bring your own panel or access a panel of 80 million+ across 120 countries

UserTesting

  • Sentiment analysis
  • Moderated testing
  • Surveys
  • Screener questions
  • Website, app & prototype testing
  • Card sorting and tree testing
  • Interactive path flows and click maps

Technology

Qatalyst

UserTesting

  • AI insights summary
  • Interactive path flows
  • Friction detection
  • Sentiment and intent path
  • Instant insight – automatic identification of patterns, anomalies, and correlations across contributor sessions.
  • Keyword mapping
  • Click maps
  • Audience QA and performance management

Use cases

Qatalyst

  • Concept testing
  • Content testing
  • Prototype testing
  • Product insights
  • Live website testing
  • Wireframe testing
  • Feedback and sentiment
  • Copy testing
  • Journey mapping
  • Idea validation
  • Product launch interviews
  • New product launch
  • Information architecture testing
  • Usability testing

UserTesting

  • Prototype testing
  • Live website testing
  • Journey mapping
  • Information architecture testing
  • Usability testing

Pricing

UserTesting has recently increased their pricing by 1.8x across all their tiers, making it a more expensive option. In contrast, Qatalyst is not only more affordable but also offers better value for your UX research needs. Additionally, Qatalyst is currently offering a 20% discount on their pricing for a limited time, making it the clear first choice for those looking to optimize their budget without compromising on quality.

Why Qatalyst?

Qatalyst is a great alternative to UserTesting, especially for teams that prefer personalization. With Qatalyst, you can conduct AI-powered research quickly and more efficiently. Here’s why you should sign up for it:

  • 25+ readymade templates + ability to make custom templates.
  • Ability to recruit from our panel of 80+ million respondents, or build your own custom panel.
  • Custom usability scores that show how your prototype is doing at both an overall level and a more granular, screen-by-screen level.  
  • Robust reporting tools that show you what your users are looking at in real-time.
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