Why Should You Choose Qatalyst over UserTesting?
Oct 16, 2024
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

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.
