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Meet Qatalyst, your best lyssna alternative to usability testing, to create a solution for all your user research needs.

Godi Yeshaswi
April 12, 2024
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Looking for an alternative to Lyssna? Qatalyst is the better option here – our integrated user research platform comes loaded with a vast host of features that can give you insights 6x faster than traditional user research methods.   

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

What Makes Qatalyst a Good Lyssna Alternative?

Qatalyst is your best alternative for Lyssna if you are looking for an end-to-end user research platform that allows you to conduct task-based studies such as live app and website testing. You cannot do this with Lyssna, as their research platform does not focus on live task-based testing. With Qatalyst, you can also get responses powered by Insights AI(Emotion AI + Behavior AI + Generative AI) that can help you gain a deeper look into the minds of your users. 

Qatalyst Vs. Lyssna Feature Comparison

Qatalyst vs Lyssna

Background

Qatalyst

Qatalyst is an integrated user research platform with Insights AI and was launched in 2023 by Entropik, which was named 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 to get responses for studies that require a niche audience quickly.

Lyssna

Lyssna (formerly UsabilityHub) is a remote user research platform that allows companies to recruit, research, interview, and understand their audiences to create better experiences. The best teams use Lyssna to understand their audience deeply and move in the right direction faster.

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 
  • 25+ research templates with the option of creating custom templates 
  • AI-generated transcription and translation 
  • Logic application for surveys and certain unmoderated UX blocks. 
  • Tags and highlights
  • Qatalyst Co-pilot, your user research assistant 
  • Screen-by-screen analysis for prototypes 
  • Panel/tester management has an option for group testers.
  • Collaborate with your teams in your research project.
  • Bring your own panel or access a panel of 80 million+ across 120 countries 

Lyssna

User Response Methods

  • SurveyText/Notes
  • Unmoderated Testing
  • Interviews

Participant Selection

  • Recruitment Pool

Insights

  • Click Tracking
  • Heatmaps
  • Transcription
  • Translation
  • Generative AI
  • Text Summarization

Technology

Qatalyst

Qatalyst Technology

Lyssna

  • Click Tracking
  • Eye Tracking
  • Generative AI

Use Cases

Qatalyst

Lyssna

  • Card sorting
  • First-click testing
  • Five-second testing
  • Interviews
  • Preference testing
  • Prototype testing
  • Tree testing
  • Surveys

Pricing

Qatalyst 

Qatalyst's pricing model includes no platform fee and is based on an annual commitment for research sessions or unmoderated research blocks. Volume discounts are available based on the number of sessions or blocks opted. Additional optional add-ons include Live Technical Support for Moderators and Professional Services. 

Lyssna

Lyssna has 4 pricing editions, starting from $75 per month to $199 per month. A free trial of Lyssna is also available. 

Why Qatalyst

Qatalyst is a great alternative to Lyssna, especially for teams that prefer rigorous usability testing in one single platform. With Qatalyst, you can conduct AI-powered research quickly and more efficiently. Here’s why you should sign up for it: 

  • Conduct moderated and unmoderated research
  • 25+ readymade templates + ability to make custom templates. 
  • Test your prototypes and get custom usability scores that show it is doing at both an overall level and a more granular, screen-by-screen level.  
  • Live app and website Testing 
  • Robust reporting tools that show you what your users are looking at in real time. 
  • Qatalyst supports more UX and survey blocks than Lyssna.

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Author Bio

Godi Yeshaswi
Yeshaswi is a dedicated and enthusiastic individual with a strong affinity for tech and all things content. When he's not at work, he channels his passion into his love for football, especially for F.C. Barcelona and the GOAT, Lionel Messi. Instead of hitting the town for parties, he prefers to spend quality time cuddling with his Golden Retriever, Oreo.

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