Create a survey to gather data

When collecting data, it is important to make sure it is being done so in a secure way. UCSF offers options for survey tools to gather data for your study. Using the below options ensures your data is being collected securely. 

Services

  • REDCap
  • Qualtrics
  • Similar Tools such as SurveyMonkey, SurveyGizmo, and Zoomerang are recommended for personal surveys not related to UCSF business.
REDCap and Qualtrics have many similarities for gathering data through their survey tools.  
Tool Comparison Highlights: For a full comparison see this matrix.

What are some similarities between REDCap and Qualtrics?

  • HIPAA compliant
  • Compatibility with mobile phones and tablets
  • Suitability for multi-site survey administration
  • Programmatic access via APIs
  • Data exportation to Excel, PDF, & SPSS (statistical analytics software) formats
  • Base service is free

What are key differences between REDCap and Qualtrics?

Use Qualtrics when you want:

  • Integration with SalesForce
  • Better customer support
  • A user-friendly interface that is intuitive and easy to use

Use REDCap when you want:

  • To Export data into formats compatible with commonly uses statistical analysis packages: SAS, Stata, and R
  • To Utilize the Part 11 compliant Electronic Consent feature, a purchasable option available at the premium tier
  • Multiple Tiers of purchasable support with different levels of offerings

Support

For more assistance with Qualtrics, visit here.

For more assistance with REDCap, use the blue "Contact REDCap administrator" link on the bottom left of every page in your project.