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ArcGIS Survey123 vs Typeform
ArcGIS Survey123 leads on 0 checks, Typeform on 1, and 0 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreArcGIS Survey123 · 9.2/10
- Free planonly Typeform
- Free trialboth
ArcGIS Survey123 scores higher on our rubric for data collection software: 9.2 against 8.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #6.
Typeform offers free plan; ArcGIS Survey123 doesn't.
ArcGIS Survey123 is the better fit for offline, location-based field surveys. Typeform is the better fit for engaging interactive forms and surveys.
- ArcGIS Survey123 fits best
Offline, location-based field surveys
- Typeform fits best
Engaging interactive forms and surveys
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Side by side
| Feature | ArcGIS Survey123 9.2/10 Visit ↗ | Typeform 8.9/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.2 | 8.9 |
| Ranking | #3 in Data Collection Software | #6 in Data Collection Software |
| Best for | Offline, location-based field surveys | Engaging interactive forms and surveys |
| Pricing model | Paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | — | $28/user/mo |
| Free plan | — | ✓ (best) |
| Free trial | 21 days | 14 days |
| Free trial length | 21 days | 14 days · card required |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted, Desktop, Mobile | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, iOS, Android | Web |
| Support | Community, Docs · 24/7 | Email, Live chat, Community, Docs |
| Compliance | ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA | SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, SSO/SAML, 2FA |
| Integrations | 7 integrations | 300+ integrations |
| Built for | Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features ArcGIS Survey123 0/3 · Typeform 0/3 | ||
| Offline collection | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Mobile apps | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Branching logic | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Monthly submissions | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Collection channels | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Export options | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | ArcGIS Survey123 is Esri’s form-centric tool for designing, distributing, and analyzing surveys, aimed at organizations gathering location-aware data in the field. Government, utilities, infrastructure, and construction teams can collect… Read the review → |
Typeform is a cloud-based tool for creating interactive forms, surveys, quizzes and questionnaires. It suits teams collecting information for marketing, research, hiring, customer success and other business workflows. Forms can be shared… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
ArcGIS Survey123 — where it wins
- Collects offline and synchronizes submissions automatically.
- Captures GPS, photos, audio, signatures, and barcodes.
- Connects surveys with ArcGIS maps, dashboards, reports, and webhooks.
Where it doesn't
- Licensing is through ArcGIS user types, with pricing handled by sales.
- Contributor and Viewer access is limited to web editing or viewing.
- Its strongest fit is location-aware field collection within the ArcGIS ecosystem.
Typeform — where it wins
- Branching, calculations, scores and variables support tailored forms.
- Embeds include popup, slider, popover, side-tab and full-page modes.
- Collect payments and files, with analytics, webhooks and API access.
Where it doesn't
- The Free plan is capped at 10 responses per month.
- Basic starts at $28/month on annual billing; the trial requires a card.
- Response allowances vary by plan, and some tiers limit user seats.
- ArcGIS Survey1239.2/10 · Pricing on request · 21-day trial
A location-aware survey tool for offline field collection tied to ArcGIS.
Visit EsriFull verdict → - Typeform8.9/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial
A flexible form builder for interactive data collection, with response caps across paid plans.
Visit TypeformFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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