Free, open-source alternatives to Qualtrics
Survey and experience research platform. 2 apps you can run yourself instead of Qualtrics, sorted by how well they replace it. Each one is open source, so your data stays with you.
LimeSurveyBest match
Feature-rich web-based polling software. Supports extensive survey logic.
Formbricks
Experience Management Suite built on the largest open source survey stack worldwide. Gracefully gather feedback at every step of the customer journey to know what your customers need.
Side by side
| App | Stars | License | Activity | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LimeSurvey | 3,763 | GPL-2.0 | PHP | |
| Formbricks | 13,093 | AGPL-3.0 | Node.js, Docker |
Why replace Qualtrics?
Qualtrics works, but your data lives in someone else's account, the price can change at any time, and features can disappear. An open-source app you run yourself is yours: you choose where it runs, who can see the data, and when to update.
Questions
What is the best free alternative to Qualtrics?
LimeSurvey is the closest open-source replacement for Qualtrics in our list. Formbricks are worth a look too, depending on what you need.
Can I self-host an alternative to Qualtrics?
Yes. All 2 apps on this page are open source and can run on your own server, usually with Docker, or on a managed host that installs them for you.