Google Forms
Google's free form and quiz builder that sends responses straight into Google Sheets.
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About Google Forms
Google Forms is the default free form builder for millions of people because anyone with a Google account can use it. You build surveys, quizzes, sign-up sheets and feedback forms with a simple editor, add sections and branching, and share a link or embed the form. Responses show up as live summary charts and can be exported to Google Sheets for analysis, and quizzes can be graded automatically, which makes it a staple in schools. Real-time collaboration works just like in Docs. For business users it is part of Google Workspace, which adds organisation-wide sharing controls and data protections. The limits are design and power: theming is basic, logic is simple, there are no payment fields, calculations or advanced integrations without add-ons or Apps Script, and forms all look recognisably like Google Forms. It is free for personal accounts and included in Workspace plans. It runs in the browser, including on phones.
Best for: Schools, teams and individuals who need quick, free forms tied to Google Sheets.
Pros and cons
What works
- Free with any Google account
- Live charts and one-click export to Sheets
- Real-time collaboration and auto-graded quizzes
Why people leave
- Basic design and limited branding
- Simple logic and no native payments
- Advanced automation needs add-ons or Apps Script
Top Google Forms alternatives
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Microsoft Forms66.5The Microsoft 365 equivalent, with results flowing into Excel.
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Tally62.6Free and nicer looking, with logic, payments and file uploads.
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Jotform59.6Far more field types, templates, payments and integrations.
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Typeform57.2More engaging, branded forms for customer-facing surveys.
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LimeSurvey55.3Open-source and self-hostable for serious survey research.
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Google Forms: common questions
Is Google Forms free?
Yes, Google Forms is free to use.
Is Google Forms open source?
No, Google Forms is not open source. Open-source alternatives include LimeSurvey.
What platforms does Google Forms run on?
Google Forms is available for Web.
What are the best alternatives to Google Forms?
The highest-ranked Google Forms alternatives right now are Microsoft Forms, Tally and Jotform. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.