Microsoft Forms

Microsoft Forms is a cloud-powered application that allows PC users of all knowledge levels to easily create online surveys to gather an incredible variety of data, from home quizzes during party nights to student surveys to gathering feedback for business projects of all sizes.



Utilizing a versatile set of tools and smart integrations with external apps, this webapp has proven itself as a versatile utility for gathering user feedback and enhancing communication, interaction, problem-solving, and daily workflow capabilities.

• Create effective forms with easy-to-use tools and clear design suggestions
• Let your creativity shine with customizable themes
• Stay connected from any browser on any device—no matter where you are

Originally an exclusive part of Office 365 Education subscription service, Microsoft has expanded the reach of Microsoft Forms webapp and allowed two ways to access it – a free version offered to any holder of a Microsoft Account, and a premium version with enhanced capabilities that is accessible through Microsoft 365 subscription.

Due to its free license tier, anyone can test out its capabilities and effortlessly start creating surveys, polls, and quizzes for use at home, school, work or on the go.

The free Microsoft account holders can simply visit the official webpage of this app and start testing out its simple-to-use interface and all available tools.

The users are immediately presented with two basic tools – an ability to start creating a New Form or a New Quiz. Microsoft Forms can be deployed in a wide variety of languages, and the webapp even supports the crafting of projects that feature multi-lingual elements.
 
To accelerate the creation of more eye-catching presentations, the webapp also offers access to popular templates that can be used for quick deployment of forms across the web.

The Microsoft Forms editor supports various tools for adjusting many aspects of every project, including adding branches, and the inclusion of math formulas for questions and answers, and even has a built-in service for visualization of gathered answers.

Integrations with external apps and services include exporting data to Excel where gathered results can be included in projects of all sizes, and there is even a full integration into Dynamics 365 Customer Voice – an advanced Microsoft service for collection, analysis, and tracking of the real-time customer, client, and employee feedback for businesses.

The user data can also be collected in real-time by broadcasting forms, quizzes, and surveys directly online via Microsoft Stream, a video-sharing platform that will pop-up interactive elements.

This approach is especially useful in education environments, where teachers can enhance their quizzes and courses by enabling their students to answer questions before being able to watch full presentation videos. Other integrations include SharePoint and Microsoft Teams.

Microsoft Forms is an essential tool for any home user, employer, educator, or entrepreneur that is tasked to collect responses from online users of their choice.

The webapp offers free access for everyone and a set of premium tools for Microsoft 365 subscribers (Personal or Family). There is no offline app available.

Alternatives

Zoho Forms: Zoho Forms is part of the Zoho suite of applications and offers a simple way to create forms and surveys. It includes integration with other Zoho apps and has a free plan as well as paid plans with advanced features.

JotForm: JotForm is a versatile online form builder that offers a drag-and-drop interface, customizable templates, and advanced form features. It has a free plan as well as affordable paid plans with more features.

PROS

• Easy to use and intuitive interface
• Seamless integration with Office 365
• Real-time data collection and analysis
• Customizable forms with diverse templates
• Mobile-friendly for on-the-go access

CONS

• Limited advanced customization options
• Lacks complex question logic features
• Limited reporting and export formats
• Restricted to Microsoft ecosystem integration
• No offline form creation or editing

Note: 30 days trial version (Signup Required).