Survio vs SurveyMonkey
Last updated October 2026
Looking for a European alternative to SurveyMonkey? 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.
Online survey tool for creating, distributing, and analyzing surveys.
Headquarters
π¨πΏ CZ
πΊπΈ US Β· 1999
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency available on request for Enterprise plans.
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
Yes
Certifications
ISO 27001
ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II, PCI DSS
Price from
No
$30/user/mo
Free plan
Yes
No
Open Source
No
No
Ratings
Integrations
API, Zapier, Single Sign-On (SSO), Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel +5
Slack, Microsoft Teams, Salesforce, HubSpot, Mailchimp +2
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
- βFree plan is too limited, especially regarding response limits and data export capabilities
- βPremium plans considered expensive by some users, with essential features locked behind higher tiers
- βLack of advanced survey features such as complex logic, branching, and deep customization options
SurveyMonkey
Strengths
- +Intuitive and easy-to-use interface
- +Wide range of customizable templates
- +Strong analytics and reporting tools
- +Reliable for large-scale surveys
Limitations
- βHigher-tier plans can be expensive
- βLimited advanced features on lower plans
- βLearning curve for complex logic
- βExport limitations on free plan
Data residency & compliance
Survio
SurveyMonkey
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency available on request for Enterprise plans.
Transfer mechanism
Not required β data stays in the EU
Standard Contractual Clauses
Certifications
ISO 27001
ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II, PCI DSS
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.
SurveyMonkey
- Team Advantage $30 per user per monthAdvanced survey logic Β· Unlimited surveys Β· Collaboration tools
- Team Premier $92 per user per monthAll Team Advantage features Β· Advanced security Β· HIPAA compliance
Pricing varies by plan and billing cycle; Enterprise plans require custom quotes.
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
SurveyMonkey
- Survey Creation
- Drag-and-drop survey builder, Pre-built templates, Custom branding, Logic and branching
- Data Collection
- Email invitations, Web links, Social media sharing, Embeddable forms
- Analysis & Reporting
- Real-time results, Custom reports, Data filtering, Cross-tabulation
- Collaboration
- Team workspaces, Shared libraries, Role-based permissions, Commenting