REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture) vs. SurveyMonkey

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
REDCap
Score 6.6 out of 10
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REDCap is a secure web application designed by Vanderbilt University to build and manage online surveys and databases in a research setting for universities. While REDCap can be used to collect virtually any type of data in any environment (including compliance with 21 CFR Part 11, FISMA, HIPAA, and GDPR), it is specifically geared to support online and offline data capture for research studies and operations.N/A
SurveyMonkey
Score 8.2 out of 10
N/A
SurveyMonkey provides free, customizable surveys, and a suite of paid, back-end programs that include data analysis, sample selection, bias elimination, and data representation tools. SurveyMonkey also offers large-scale, enterprise options for companies interested in data analysis, brand management, and consumer focused marketing.
$25
per month (billed annually) per user (starting at 3 users)
Pricing
REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture)SurveyMonkey
Editions & Modules
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Team Advantage
$25
per month (billed annually) per user (starting at 3 users)
Team Premier
$75
per month (billed annually) per user (starting at 3 users)
Standard Monthly
$99
per month
Individual Plan - Advantage Annual
$468
per year
Individual Plan - Premier Annual
$1,428
per year
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
REDCapSurveyMonkey
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoYes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional Details
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Features
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Survey Format & Appearance
Comparison of Survey Format & Appearance features of Product A and Product B
REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture)
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Ratings
SurveyMonkey
8.6
Ratings
8% above category average
Survey templates00 Ratings9.10 Ratings
Themes00 Ratings6.70 Ratings
Custom logo/branding00 Ratings10.00 Ratings
Survey Content
Comparison of Survey Content features of Product A and Product B
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Ratings
SurveyMonkey
8.6
Ratings
1% above category average
Changes to live survey00 Ratings7.40 Ratings
Question design help00 Ratings9.10 Ratings
Multiple question types00 Ratings9.10 Ratings
Survey Logic
Comparison of Survey Logic features of Product A and Product B
REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture)
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Ratings
SurveyMonkey
8.4
Ratings
2% above category average
Survey logic flexibility00 Ratings8.40 Ratings
Survey Reporting & Analytics
Comparison of Survey Reporting & Analytics features of Product A and Product B
REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture)
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Ratings
SurveyMonkey
10.0
Ratings
20% above category average
Response tracking00 Ratings10.00 Ratings
Data export00 Ratings10.00 Ratings
Standard reports00 Ratings10.00 Ratings
Custom reports00 Ratings10.00 Ratings
Analytics00 Ratings9.90 Ratings
Survey Administration & Security
Comparison of Survey Administration & Security features of Product A and Product B
REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture)
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Ratings
SurveyMonkey
10.0
Ratings
14% above category average
Access controls00 Ratings10.00 Ratings
Compliance00 Ratings10.00 Ratings
Survey Distribution
Comparison of Survey Distribution features of Product A and Product B
REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture)
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Ratings
SurveyMonkey
9.9
Ratings
19% above category average
Vendor-offered crowdsourcing00 Ratings9.90 Ratings
Respondent restrictions00 Ratings10.00 Ratings
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User Ratings
REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture)SurveyMonkey
Likelihood to Recommend
9.0
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10.0
(0 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
-
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9.0
(0 ratings)
Usability
10.0
(0 ratings)
9.9
(0 ratings)
Availability
-
(0 ratings)
10.0
(0 ratings)
Performance
-
(0 ratings)
6.0
(0 ratings)
Support Rating
10.0
(0 ratings)
9.4
(0 ratings)
Implementation Rating
-
(0 ratings)
10.0
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture)SurveyMonkey
Likelihood to Recommend
Our main use has been for research studies. It allows HIPPA compliant data collection with a vast amount of customization options, branching logic to keep collection clean, and validation to ensure data collected can easily be analyzed. We can send surveys to participants in between visits and use forms for in person visits where a staff member is collecting the information
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SurveyMonkey really excels in the survey design aspect of the surveying process. They have so many different question types that you can use to create your questions. The analytics and reporting are basic but ok for those wanting simple insights into their survey answers. Their free plan should suffice for any business that needs the fundamentals of surveying - i.e. survey builder, sharing, and viewing answers.
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Pros
  • I appreciate the ability to add/change items within a field that may be beneficial or detrimental to the patient.
  • I like the option to sort by year in the main information hub, as well as put specific dates of consultations & meetings within a patient profile.
  • Very easy learn and use!
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  • SurveyMonkey's survey programming features are extremely intuitive. Someone who has never used it before can, with little direction or training, easily set up a simple - or comprehensive - survey in a matter of minutes.
  • Real-time reporting and analytics tools are extremely helpful to keep everyone involved informed on an ongoing basis.
  • Virtually any kind of question or answer format can be programmed into your SurveyMonkey survey.
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Cons
  • REDCap is generally the best app for public health and clinical trials for both the academia and for-profit organization. However it is poorly marketed much effort is placed on the academia side though organizations like the pharmaceuticals, hospitals, insurance etc., would be willing especially when they get hear about it.
  • REDCap needs to work on the user interface. It's kinda boring especially when designing surveys and when navigating for surveys
  • The FAQ must be shortened , sometimes the videos associated with FAQ seem long.
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  • I think it's becoming pushed to the back-burner as more survey sites come out - it needs to come up with something to keep it more relevant as other survey sites are being more widely used.
  • Give more options to customize the look of your survey.
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Likelihood to Renew
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Compared to other competitors in the market (including a few I've used internally), if you're looking for a survey application, this one does the job and it's quite inexpensive too. Considering the fact that it comes with a handy mobile application too (on iOS and Android), you also get flexibility thrown in the deal too.
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Usability
It is very interesting to me especially that it meets all my needs. The libraries makes the job even much easier, since you can just make a few adjustments to the appropriate template chosen
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SurveyMonkey should suffice for most simple use cases to collect responses or feedback from clients. The templates that they offer are helpful as well as the guidance on question formulation. If you just need a stand alone software to distribute and collect surveys, then SurveyMonkey will meet your needs.
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Performance
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still to many limitations for more complex surveys --skips, filtered questions, etc.
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Support Rating
They respond almost immediately to queries
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I haven’t used the support function yet, but I have had colleagues that have and the issues they’ve faced have been resolved super quickly. They also have said the support people they have come in contact with have been extremely friendly. Those two things are what made me choose my rating
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Implementation Rating
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Implementation not required.
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Alternatives Considered
REDCap surveys is designed according to HIPAA rules, FISMA, 21 CFR part 11, ICH-Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and GDPR, thereby making it more reliable for this market niche.
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Outside of creating our own surveys, no other tools have been used outside of SurveyMonkey. I have heard of a few others but would not be able to provide an honest opinion due to my lack of experience working with them.
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Return on Investment
  • It facilities the research
  • It ensures HIPPA compliance
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  • SurveyMonkey has a positive impact on our organization by allowing us to gain insight to our team through the 360 evaluations.
  • We have had positive ROI from our client polling questions which have directed new products or services that we offer.
  • The analytics were an awesome way to filter and export responses so that our management team could evaluate the information.
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