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Paperform vs Sogolytics

Paperform logo

Paperform

Surveys

Forms that feel like you

From
Free
Rated
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Sogolytics logo

Sogolytics

Surveys

Value-priced survey and experience management platform, rebranded from SoGoSurvey in 2021

From
Free
Rated
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The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Paperform free plan limited to 30 submissions per month; Sogolytics its statistical analysis and text analytics capability is noticeably shallower than Qualtrics or Medallia for serious market research work.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 1 September 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Paperform and Sogolytics actually diverge.

Attributes where Paperform and Sogolytics differ
AttributePaperformSogolytics
Pricing modelfreemiumPer user per month
PlatformsWebWeb, iOS, Android

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Surveys).

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 Paperform

Nothing recorded that Sogolytics does not also cover.

Only in Sogolytics

  • Drag-and-drop survey builder
  • SogoCX and SogoEX modules
  • AI-assisted survey creation
  • Reporting dashboards
  • Response limits by plan
  • Custom branding

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Paperform

  • Creating multi-step application forms with conditional field displaynot Sogolytics
  • Building payment collection forms for online invoicingnot Sogolytics
  • Setting up appointment scheduling with calendar integrationnot Sogolytics
  • Collecting customer signatures on contracts and agreementsnot Sogolytics

Sogolytics

  • A small business wanting published, self-service pricing rather than a Qualtrics-style sales negotiationnot Paperform
  • A school or nonprofit needing multilingual survey support on a limited budgetnot Paperform
  • A company wanting basic customer and employee experience management modules without buying separate enterprise platformsnot Paperform
  • Someone still searching for SoGoSurvey by its former name who lands on the current Sogolytics productnot Paperform

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Paperform

  • Free plan limited to 30 submissions per month
  • Additional submissions beyond plan limits incur overage fees
  • Custom domains require additional $20 per month fee on Pro plan

Sogolytics

  • Its statistical analysis and text analytics capability is noticeably shallower than Qualtrics or Medallia for serious market research work.
  • The free tier response cap, around 100 per project and 200 a year, is restrictive enough that most real programmes need a paid plan quickly.
  • Its enterprise integration and panel access ecosystem is smaller than the larger experience management platforms, limiting it for organisations with complex data pipeline needs.
  • Reported pricing varies noticeably between sources depending on billing term and promotional pricing, so buyers should confirm the current rate directly rather than relying on older reviews.
  • Brand recognition still lags its former name, SoGoSurvey, in some buyer searches, which can create confusion when comparing reviews written before the 2021 rebrand.

Pricing, plan by plan

Paperform

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 1 user
    • 30 submissions per month
    • 5 payment submissions per month
  • Essentials$24/month
    • 1 user
    • 1,200 submissions per year
    • 240 payment submissions per year
  • Pro$49/month
    • 3 users
    • 12,000 submissions per year
    • 3,000 payment submissions per year
  • Business$99/month
    • 5 users plus $9 per additional user (up to 25)
    • 120,000 submissions per year
    • 30,000 payment submissions per year

Sogolytics

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Around 100 responses per project
    • Up to 200 responses per year
    • Basic survey features
  • Pro$39/month
    • Unlimited surveys
    • Multilingual surveys
    • Template bank
  • Pro Max$49/month
    • Everything in Pro
    • AI-assisted survey creation
    • Custom messages and branding

Which should you pick?

Choose Paperform if

  • You want to start without paying.

Choose Sogolytics if

  • You need drag-and-drop survey builder.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want sogocx and sogoex modules.

Questions people ask

Is Paperform or Sogolytics better?
Neither clearly leads. Paperform starts at Free and Sogolytics at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Paperform or Sogolytics?
Paperform starts at Free and Sogolytics at Free.
Does Paperform or Sogolytics run on more platforms?
Paperform runs on Web. Sogolytics runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use Paperform for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Paperform best used for?
Paperform is most often used for creating multi-step application forms with conditional field display, building payment collection forms for online invoicing, setting up appointment scheduling with calendar integration, collecting customer signatures on contracts and agreements. Of those, creating multi-step application forms with conditional field display and building payment collection forms for online invoicing are not what Sogolytics is typically brought in for.
What can Paperform do that Sogolytics cannot?
Sogolytics covers Drag-and-drop survey builder, SogoCX and SogoEX modules, AI-assisted survey creation, Reporting dashboards.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Paperform: Is there a free version of Paperform?

Yes, Paperform offers a free plan with 1 user, 30 submissions per month, and 100 MB storage at no cost.

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Sogolytics: Is Sogolytics the same company as SoGoSurvey?

Yes, it rebranded from SoGoSurvey to Sogolytics in 2021 with a broader experience management positioning.

Paperform: Does Paperform offer a free trial for paid plans?

Paperform offers a 7-day unrestricted trial for all paid plans without requiring a credit card.

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Sogolytics: Is there a free plan?

Yes, capped at around 100 responses per project and 200 responses a year.

Paperform: What payment processing options does Paperform support?

All Paperform plans include payment processing via Stripe, Square, Braintree, or PayPal.

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Sogolytics: How does it compare in price with Qualtrics?

Sogolytics publishes monthly self-service pricing from around 39 USD a month, versus Qualtrics enterprise contracts that typically run into five figures annually.

Paperform: When does Paperform charge for custom domains?

Custom domains are available on the Pro and Business plans, with an additional $20 per month fee for this feature.

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