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Survio vs Qualtrics

Last updated October 2026

Looking for a European alternative to Qualtrics? Here's how Survio compares, on EU hosting, GDPR and what it does.

Our pick for a European buyer: Survio. We weight data residency, GDPR and EU jurisdiction above everything else β€” that is the constraint this directory exists to solve.

What it is
Czech survey tool with EU hosting, ISO 27001, and unlimited surveys on the free plan.
Experience management platform for surveys, customer feedback, and analytics.
Headquarters
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ CZ
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ US Β· 2002
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency is available on higher-tier plans or upon request.
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
Yes
Certifications
ISO 27001
ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II
Price from
No
No
Free plan
Yes
Yes
Open Source
No
No
Integrations
API, Zapier, Single Sign-On (SSO), Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel +5
Salesforce, Slack, Microsoft Teams, HubSpot, Zapier +3

Where each one wins

Survio

Strengths

  • +Intuitive, clean interface with drag-and-drop design and pre-made templates for quick survey creation
  • +Fast, responsive customer support available through multiple channels with clear onboarding guidance
  • +Wide variety of question types, customizable templates, and features like skip logic, answer validation, and multilingual support
  • +Strong data visualization tools including charts, graphs, and automatic reporting for analysis
  • +GDPR-compliant and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring data protection and compliance
  • +Competitive pricing for some users, with yearly licenses and discounts; free plan available for basic surveys
  • +Team collaboration features and integrations with tools like Google Analytics, Zapier, and Excel
  • +Suitable for both beginners and experienced users without requiring technical expertise

Limitations

  • βˆ’Free plan is too limited, especially regarding response limits and data export capabilities
  • βˆ’Premium plans considered expensive by some users, with essential features locked behind higher tiers
  • βˆ’Lack of advanced survey features such as complex logic, branching, and deep customization options

Qualtrics

Strengths

  • +Highly customizable surveys with advanced logic
  • +Robust analytics and reporting tools
  • +Strong compliance and security features
  • +Seamless integrations with third-party tools

Limitations

  • βˆ’Steep learning curve for beginners
  • βˆ’Higher-tier plans can be expensive
  • βˆ’EU data residency not available on all plans
  • βˆ’Complex setup for advanced features

Data residency & compliance

Survio
Qualtrics
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency is available on higher-tier plans or upon request.
Transfer mechanism
Not required β€” data stays in the EU
Standard Contractual Clauses
Certifications
ISO 27001
ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II

Pricing

Survio

  • Free Free per monthUnlimited surveys and questions Β· 100 responses per month Β· 19 question types

Paid plans unlock additional features such as custom branding, team collaboration, and advanced analytics. Exact pricing is not publicly listed.

Qualtrics

  • Free Free ForeverBasic survey features Β· Limited responses per survey Β· Qualtrics branding
  • Essentials On request MonthlyAdvanced survey logic Β· Basic reporting Β· Email support
  • Advanced On request MonthlyFull analytics suite Β· API access Β· Dedicated support

Pricing for paid plans is available on request. EU data residency may require higher-tier plans.

Features

Survio

Survey Creation
100+ ready-made survey templates from experts, 19 question types (NPS, rating scales, multiple choice, etc.), Multimedia support for interactive layouts, Drag-and-drop editor for easy design
Response Collection
Mobile-friendly and cross-device responsive, 9 distribution channels (links, QR codes, email, website embedding, social media), Campaign manager for bulk email invitations, Anonymous or identifiable responses (premium feature)
Data Analysis & Reporting
Built-in analytics with automatic response processing, Real-time results visualization in charts and BI dashboards, 9 chart types for data representation, Segmentation filters for targeted analysis
Team Collaboration
User and questionnaire management across teams, Role and access permission settings, Audit logs and activity tracking, Single Sign-On (SSO) for secure authentication
Security & Compliance
ISO 27001:2022 certified, GDPR-compliant with EU data storage, 2048-bit SSL encryption, Daily data backups

Qualtrics

Survey Creation
Drag-and-drop survey builder, Custom branding and theming, Advanced question types (matrix, ranking, etc.), Logic and branching
Data Analysis & Reporting
Real-time analytics dashboards, Cross-tabulation and filtering, Exportable reports (PDF, CSV, etc.), Statistical analysis tools
Integration & Automation
API access for custom integrations, Pre-built connectors (Salesforce, Slack, etc.), Webhooks for real-time notifications, Automated workflows
Compliance & Security
GDPR compliance support, Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), Data Processing Agreement (DPA), Role-based access control