Analyzing Qualitative Data
Supplementary Reading
Patterns in UX Research
A clear, straightforward article from Steve Baty that’s useful in thinking about what to look for in your data.
Tools and Resources
Free or low-cost transcription tools
F5
One of the best free or low-cost transcription apps for video. Mac-only
Transcriva
Mac-only
Specialized qualitative data analysis software
Atlas.ti
Along with Nvivo, one of the standard academic tools for qualitative data analysis.
Dedoose
For qualitative and quantitative analysis
HyperRESEARCH
Try the free trial version.
Nvivo
Nvivo is one of the two standard applications that academics use for qualitative analysis.
Reframer
Reframer is one of the few analysis tools we’ve found on the market that is aimed at user experience researchers, not academics.
Transana
Transana is specialized software for video and audio analysis. Single-user license costs $65 per user / computer.
WeftQDA
Open-source qualitative data analysis software.