LimeSurvey
Powerful open-source survey platform with advanced question types and self-hosting
Community edition is free and self-hosted. Cloud plans start around €19/mo based on response count, not features.
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About LimeSurvey
LimeSurvey is a mature open-source survey tool supporting 80+ languages, complex branching logic, and advanced question types. The community edition is free to self-host with full access to all features. Cloud hosting is available with pricing based on response volume rather than feature tiers, unlike SurveyMonkey's restrictive free plan.
Highlights
- ✓ 80+ language support with advanced branching logic
- ✓ Self-hosted community edition with all features unlocked
- ✓ Cloud pricing based on responses, not feature gating
Limitations
- ✗ UI feels dated compared to modern form builders
- ✗ Self-hosting requires PHP and MySQL infrastructure
- ✗ Learning curve for advanced survey design features
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Community edition is free and self-hosted. Cloud plans start around €19/mo based on response count, not features.
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