Typeform vs Roam Research
Which one should you choose? Here's how they compare.
| Feature | Typeform | Roam Research |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | ★ 4.3 | ★ 4.2 |
| Pricing | $25/mo | $15/mo |
| Type | freemium | paid |
| Company | Typeform | Roam Research |
| Founded | 2012 | 2017 |
Typeform Features
- •Forms
- •Surveys
- •Quizzes
- •Logic jumps
Roam Research Features
- •Bi-directional links
- •Graph view
- •Daily notes
- •Queries
Typeform Pros
- ✓Beautiful forms
- ✓Good UX
- ✓Conversational
Typeform Cons
- ✗Expensive
- ✗Limited free
- ✗Can be slow
Roam Research Pros
- ✓Pioneered networked notes
- ✓Great for research
- ✓Flexible
Roam Research Cons
- ✗Expensive
- ✗Learning curve
- ✗No mobile app
The Verdict
Typeform (by Typeform, founded 2012) and Roam Research (by Roam Research, founded 2017) both compete in the productivity space, but they serve slightly different needs. Both tools offer 4 core features, but their strengths differ. Typeform excels at forms, whereas Roam Research puts more emphasis on graph view. However, Typeform has a distinct advantage for Surveys and Lead gen. On the other hand, Roam Research is better suited for Research and Knowledge management. Typeform is particularly popular among Marketers and HR teams, while Roam Research tends to attract Researchers and Academics. Typeform costs $25/mo (freemium), while Roam Research is priced at $15/mo (paid). Choose based on which pricing model aligns better with your budget. No tool is perfect. Typeform's main limitation is expensive, which might be a dealbreaker for some workflows. Meanwhile, Roam Research's biggest drawback is expensive. We recommend Typeform as the stronger overall choice (4.3 vs 4.2). It pulls ahead with stronger forms capabilities. However, if your workflow centers on bi-directional links, Roam Research remains a highly capable alternative.
- • You prioritize forms
- • You prioritize surveys
- • You prioritize bi-directional links
- • You prioritize graph view