Technology · head to head
Maze vs Superhuman
The short version
- Only Maze has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: Maze maze publishes no prices on its pricing page; every plan routes to contact sales, so pricing is by quote only with no published rate or minimum; Superhuman high pricing compared to free alternatives like Gmail
- They diverge on capability: Maze covers Prototype testing, Superhuman covers Blazing fast performance.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Maze and Superhuman actually diverge.
| Attribute | Maze | Superhuman |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | Free | $30/month |
| Pricing model | subscription | Unknown |
| Free tier | Yes | No |
| Platforms | Web, Mobile, Api | Web, iOS |
| Founded | 2018 | 2015 |
Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Technology).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in Maze
- Prototype testing
- Usability testing
- Card sorting
- Tree testing
- Surveys
- 5-second tests
- A/B testing
- Analytics dashboard
Only in Superhuman
- Blazing fast performance
- Keyboard-first design
- AI-powered triage
- Split inbox
- Read statuses
- Remind me later
- Social insights
- Calendar integration
Both cover
- Slack
- SOC2
- Cloud deployment
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Maze
- User research and testingnot Superhuman
- AI-powered moderation featuresnot Superhuman
- Prototype and website testingnot Superhuman
- User feedback panelsnot Superhuman
Superhuman
- Email managementnot Maze
- Inbox zeronot Maze
- Team collaborationnot Maze
- Sales outreachnot Maze
- Executive communicationnot Maze
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Maze
- Maze publishes no prices on its pricing page; every plan routes to contact sales, so pricing is by quote only with no published rate or minimum
- The AI study builder, AI moderated interviews and moderated interview studies are Enterprise only
- Mobile testing and testing through the Maze mobile app are Enterprise only
- Interview scheduling, card sorting and information architecture testing are Enterprise only
- Role-based access, SSO and compliance controls are Enterprise only
- Panel recruitment is available on all plans but with stated limits, and prototype testing carries limits below Enterprise
- Qualitative analysis of clip recordings, interview transcription and automated theme analysis are Enterprise only
Superhuman
- High pricing compared to free alternatives like Gmail
- Lacks unified inbox for managing multiple email accounts in a single view
- Limited calendar functionality compared to dedicated scheduling tools
- No native task management features
Pricing, plan by plan
Maze
Free- FreeFree
- 1 active project
- Preview link testing
- Basic analytics
- Starter$75/month
- 3 active projects
- Unlimited responses
- Advanced analytics
- Team$150/month
- Unlimited projects
- Team collaboration
- Custom branding
- Enterprise$undefined/month
- Everything in Team
- SSO
- Dedicated CSM
Superhuman
$30/month- Starter$30/month
- Email productivity
- Superhuman AI
- Team collaboration
- Business$40/month
- Auto Drafts
- Ask AI
- CRM integrations
Which should you pick?
Choose Maze if
- You need prototype testing.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Mobile, Api.
- You also want usability testing.
Choose Superhuman if
- You need blazing fast performance.
- You work on Web, iOS.
- You also want keyboard-first design.
Questions people ask
- Is Maze or Superhuman better?
- Neither clearly leads. Maze starts at Free and Superhuman at $30/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Maze or Superhuman?
- Maze has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Maze and $30/month for Superhuman.
- Does Maze or Superhuman run on more platforms?
- Maze runs on Web, Mobile, Api. Superhuman runs on Web, iOS.
- Can I use Maze for free?
- Yes. Maze has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Superhuman starts at $30/month.
- What is Maze best used for?
- Maze is most often used for user research and testing, ai-powered moderation features, prototype and website testing, user feedback panels. Of those, user research and testing and ai-powered moderation features are not what Superhuman is typically brought in for.
- What can Maze do that Superhuman cannot?
- Maze covers Prototype testing, Usability testing, Card sorting, Tree testing. Superhuman covers Blazing fast performance, Keyboard-first design, AI-powered triage, Split inbox. Both handle Slack, SOC2, Cloud deployment.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Maze: Does Maze offer a free trial or freemium tier?
Maze site indicates 'Try Maze for free' option, suggesting free tier or trial availability, but specific terms and limitations not stated on main page.
SourceSuperhuman: How much does Superhuman cost?
Superhuman offers three plans: Starter at $30/user/month, Business at $40/user/month, and Enterprise with custom pricing. Annual billing provides approximately 16.7% savings, bringing the Starter plan to $25/month.
SourceMaze: Can I request a custom demo if standard plans don't fit my needs?
Yes, Maze offers 'Request a demo' option, indicating willingness to discuss custom requirements and potentially custom pricing arrangements.
SourceSuperhuman: What email platforms does Superhuman work with?
Superhuman is compatible with Gmail and Outlook, and integrates with Google Calendar and Akiflow for calendar and task planning workflows.
SourceMaze: What testing capabilities does Maze include in paid plans?
Maze features AI Moderator, prototype testing, panel recruitment, and website testing capabilities across plans, but specific feature tiers and pricing not disclosed publicly.
SourceSuperhuman: Does the Business plan include CRM integrations?
Yes, the Business plan at $40/month unlocks CRM integrations with HubSpot and Salesforce, along with advanced AI features like Auto Drafts and Ask AI.
SourceSuperhuman: What happened to Superhuman after the Grammarly acquisition?
Superhuman was acquired by Grammarly on July 1, 2025. The company now operates under the Superhuman name while integrating with Grammarly's AI platform.
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