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Best Data Collection Software in 2026
Data collection software helps you gather responses and other information through online tools. This list includes services that run through an API, web browser, Android, iOS, self-hosting or Windows.
- 31 apps
- Research read 28 Sept 2026
- How the order is worked out
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CommCare
Free plan Open source AndroidAPISelf-hosted+1CommCare combines offline frontline workflows with case management, web delivery and integration options. Check the plan limits and annual billing terms against your expected user volume.
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Epicollect5
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1Epicollect5 provides form building, offline mobile collection and several options for reviewing and exporting data.
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Formbricks
by FormbricksFree plan AndroidAPIiPhone+2Formbricks combines survey tools with cloud and self-hosting options. Consider response and workspace limits, and the operational requirements if planning a self-hosted deployment.
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123FormBuilder
by 123FormBuilderFree plan Web123FormBuilder covers common web-form needs with quizzes, payments, uploads, integrations, and multiple paid capacity levels.
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Ona Data
Free plan AndroidAPISelf-hosted+1Ona Data offers offline collection, form design, and reporting, with a free tier and paid plans from $199/mo.
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Cognito Forms
by Cognito FormsFree plan WebCognito Forms covers forms, quizzes, payments, uploads, and embeds with six native integrations. Its free tier supports basic use, while paid plans raise entry, user, guest, and storage allowances.
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KoboToolbox
by KoboToolboxFree plan APIiPhoneWebKoboToolbox offers form logic, team controls, offline collection, and several integration options. Nonprofits can use the free Community Plan, while other listed plans have stated monthly prices.
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LimeSurvey
by LimeSurveyFree plan APISelf-hostedLimeSurvey combines flexible survey design with multiple sharing, analysis, and export options. Compare the free response allowance and paid-plan limits with the scale of your survey work.
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SurveyPlanet
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1SurveyPlanet covers survey creation, branching, analytics, exports, and integrations across free and paid plans.
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Google Forms
Free plan WebGoogle Forms covers form creation, response analysis, collaboration, and quiz use in a web tool with a free plan. Its listed Workspace paid plans begin at $7 a month with an annual commitment.
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Survey Solutions
by Survey SolutionsFree plan AndroidAPILinux+3Survey Solutions offers extensive survey design, collection, and data-quality features in free server and tablet downloads.
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SurveyMonkey
by SurveyMonkeyFree plan AndroidAPIiPhoneSurveyMonkey offers survey creation and analytics with a free option and features for teams and enterprises.
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Wufoo
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1Wufoo combines form creation, payment collection, embeds, and integrations in a hosted service.
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QuestionPro
by QuestionProFree plan APIChoose QuestionPro if you need survey branching and analytics, or want to begin with a free plan.
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Zoho Forms
by Zoho FormsFree plan WebiPhoneAndroidChoose Zoho Forms if you need web or mobile forms with quizzes, payment collection, file uploads, or integrations.
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SmartSurvey
by SmartSurveyFree plan APISmartSurvey offers a free starting tier plus paid plans that expand survey features, response capacity, and analysis.
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SurveyLegend
by SurveyLegendFree plan APIChoose SurveyLegend if you need survey creation, response analytics, and sharing options, with a free Starter plan to begin.
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SurveySparrow
by SurveySparrowFree plan APISurveySparrow is a fit for survey creators who want branching, branding and analytics, with a free tier to begin.
#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price
Compare the free plan, paid starting price, offline collection, mobile apps, branching logic, submission limits, collection channels and export options. Check whether a free trial fits your timeframe. If you need to read or change code, check the licence for the tool you choose.
Questions
Do data collection tools offer free plans?
Yes. Free plans are available from tools on this list, including CommCare, Epicollect5 and Google Forms. Check the plan details before choosing.
Can I try a paid data collection tool first?
Yes. Free trials are listed for ArcGIS Survey123, Fulcrum and Google Forms. Their listed trial periods are 21 days, 14 days and 14 days.
Which platforms do these tools support?
Platforms represented on this list include API, web, Android, iOS, self-hosted and Windows. Check the platform details for the tool you choose.
What should I compare between data collection tools?
Compare free plan, paid starting price, offline collection, mobile apps, branching logic, monthly submissions, collection channels and export options.
Is open-source code available?
Open-source code is offered by tools on this list. If code access matters, check the licence for the specific tool before choosing.
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