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Lookback vs Recollective
Both stand on consumer video feedback software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Lookback brings study sessions, recruitment, recording, transcription, and findings tools into one research platform. Check the annual commitment, trial export restriction, and plan session limits against your workflow before choosing a plan.
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Recollective combines research activities, AI analysis, moderation, and reporting in one web platform. Buyers should request pricing based on participant volume, study length, and chosen features.
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| Lookback | Recollective | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Freelance: $299 a year | See the plans |
| Plans published | 4 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | lookback.com | recollective.com |
| On consumer video feedback software | #7 of 23 | #11 of 23 |
Lookback: what it does well
- Supports moderated and unmoderated studies.
- Recruit from User Interviews or invite participants.
- Mobile apps capture screen, camera, voice, and gestures.
- Discover links answers to quotes and video moments.
- Trial lasts 60 days and needs no credit card.
What to know first
- No free plan is available.
- Paid plans require annual commitments; monthly billing is unavailable.
- Trial access is limited to five sessions and excludes exports.
- Recordings are deleted after the stated post-cancellation retention period.
Recollective: what it does well
- Many qualitative question formats
- AI-assisted analysis and interviews
- Export reports and transcripts
- Advanced segmentation and reporting
- Technical support on every plan
What to know first
- Starting prices are guidance only
- Final pricing depends on study details
- Live Only video minutes cost extra
- Connect excludes live activities
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